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Lantern VPN features

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Fast, private access that works in the toughest conditions

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Lantern’s Core Capabilities

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Smart Routing

Smart Routing sends blocked and unencrypted sites through Lantern. Everything else connects directly for faster speeds. Switch to Full Tunnel mode any time for complete coverage.

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Split Tunneling

Choose exactly which apps and websites bypass the VPN. Add manual exceptions on top of Smart Routing or Full Tunnel mode.

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Self-hosted and shareable

Private Server

Our optional Private Server lets you run Lantern on your own hardware or cloud account. No upgrade needed, just pay your own server costs.

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15+ years bypassing internet censorship

Works where others don't

Lantern keeps you connected even in the world's most restricted regions. It adapts in real time to reach blocked websites and apps when it matters most.

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Select your server location

Servers in 20+ countries. Smart Location automatically connects you to the fastest option, or choose a specific region to access local content or browse with a different IP.

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Advanced protocols

Lantern supports more censorship-resistant protocols than any other VPN. These protocols let it adapt and bypass blocks in even the most restrictive environments.

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Action Mode

If you're in a region where the internet is open, Action Mode lets you securely share your connection with people who aren't. It's private, optional, and one of the most direct ways to help.

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Built by an internet freedom nonprofit

No logs, open source

Lantern is open source, log-free, and independently audited. It's built by Brave New Software Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to expand internet freedom. CTA: Read about our mission

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Ad Blocking

Lantern Pro blocks ads and trackers at the DNS level, speeding up your browsing.

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Features FAQ

Lantern works on Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, and Linux. You can use it across up to five devices with a Pro subscription. Whether you’re on mobile or desktop, your connection stays fast and private.

Yes. Private Server lets you run Lantern on your own hardware or a DigitalOcean account, free on every tier. You decide where the server runs and who else can use it, and it's much harder to block than a shared VPN server.

Lantern is built by a nonprofit dedicated to internet freedom. Smart Routing sends blocked and unencrypted sites through Lantern and leaves the rest of your traffic alone, so it's faster than a traditional tunnel. Private Server lets you run Lantern on a server you control. And we've spent 15+ years getting people online in the world's most restricted regions.

Yes. Lantern is built for the world's most restricted regions. It adapts in real time, using multiple techniques to stay connected. Millions rely on it every day.

If you're in a region where the internet is open, there are two ways. A Pro purchase helps fund free access for people in restricted regions. And you can turn on Action Mode, which securely shares your connection with people who can't get online. Both are optional, and both are private.