These are the primary username (or email) and password you created when you signed up for Proton. Use these to sign in to the official Proton VPN apps for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, or to log in to the Proton website .
If a specific device refuses to accept the password, go back to your Proton account dashboard. You will see an option to Reset Password under the OpenVPN credentials section. This will instantly generate a brand-new password string for your manual devices.
If you receive an "Authentication Failed" or "Invalid Username/Password" error, walk through this checklist to resolve the issue: protonvpn username and password
: Use these to sign in to the official Proton VPN apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux, as well as the Proton VPN web dashboard . 2. OpenVPN / IKEv2 Credentials
Setting up the VPN on routers, third-party apps like OpenVPN GUI, or manual Linux configurations Where to find them: Sign in to your Proton Account Dashboard Navigate to in the left-hand menu. Locate the OpenVPN / IKEv2 username section to view and copy these specific credentials. 3. Security Best Practices These are the primary username (or email) and
Unified login works across all Proton services, including ProtonMail, Proton Drive, and Proton Calendar. Created by you during the initial sign-up process. OpenVPN / IKEv2 WireGuard Credentials
These are randomly generated, unique strings of text provided by Proton for manual configurations. You will see an option to Reset Password
Proton takes security seriously, so your password must meet specific complexity requirements: At least 8 characters long.
Typically your Proton email address or a chosen username and a personal password. If forgotten, you can use the Find Username Reset Password tools using your recovery email, phone, or a recovery phrase 2. Manual Connection Credentials (OpenVPN/IKEv2)
Paste these credentials directly into your third-party configuration software. 3. How to Recover a Lost ProtonVPN Username or Password