Free OpenVPN Server Finder

Display up-to-date list of public OpenVPN servers provided by VPN Gate (University of Tsukuba)

Free OpenVPN Server Finder Firefox Add-on

Free OpenVPN Server Finder is a Firefox extension provided by VPN Gate. It unveils free OpenVPN servers, downloads the OVPN configuration file to aid safe internet browsing with hidden IP address. The tool overcomes government firewalls, supports downloadable multiple VPN profiles in ZIP, and offers overall encryption while using public Wi-Fi.

Add-on stats

Users: 1,384
-5
Version: 0.2.3 (Last updated: 2023-10-15)
Creation date: 2019-11-30
Weekly download count: 207
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • *://www.vpngate.net/api/*
Size: 1.49M
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Free OpenVPN Server Finder (v0.2.3)
3.18 (51) 30,000
Free VPN (v1.5)
4.05 (1,706) 539,420
Free OpenVPN Server Finder (v0.2.3)
4.40 (13) 1,870
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Add-on summary

This tool discovers and downloads free OpenVPN servers (download the OVPN configuration file for you). The extension is built on the VPNGate experimental project, which serves as an academic research service from the Graduate School of the University of Tsukuba, Japan. The project aims to enhance awareness of "Global Distributed Public VPN Relay Servers".

Once installed, open the panel and allow a few seconds for the VPN list to update. Then, you can select a suitable server and press the "download" button to obtain the OVPN config file.

Notable features:

  1. Overcome government firewalls to access restricted websites.
  2. Conceal your IP address, safeguarding your identity during Internet browsing.
  3. Ensure protection with strong encryption while using public Wi-Fi.
  4. Supports downloading of multiple VPN profiles at once in ZIP format

For reporting bugs, please visit: https://github.com/andy-portmen/ovfinder For more information, please visit: http://www.vpngate.net/en/about_overview.aspx

Please be aware that this extension is a simple wrapper built on top of VPN Gate's public API. It has nothing to do with the project itself.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works perfectly well for downloading OpenVPN server configuration files.
  • Has multiple nodes that are fast and stable.
  • Provides a good user experience for streaming videos.
  • Good server list loading capability.
Cons
  • Does not work for some users.
  • Confusion about the add-on's functionality.
  • Some users unable to open a panel for additional features.
Most mentioned
  • Free unlimited traffic upon registration.
  • High speed and stability for video streaming.
  • Configuration file download for OpenVPN servers.
User reviews
Мало стран в основном Азия Америка Россия (не работает в ЕС)
by Roberto, 2024-12-17


by Qtsuin, 2024-09-18
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Free OpenVPN Server Finder requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Free OpenVPN Server Finder is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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