Access WhatsApp with a VPN in 2024 - Surfshark (2024)

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WhatsApp offers a private communication option for its users. It just so happens that oppressive governments and authoritarian regimes don’t like when their citizens have any privacy or freedom of speech. As a result, countries known for internet censorship, like North Korea, China, and Syria, have banned or restricted the use of the app.

When you use a VPN, your digital location changes to the VPN server’s location. And if you connect to Surfshark’s obfuscated servers, even the fact that you’re using a VPN is hidden. As a result, you can use WhatsApp and enjoy communicating freely, even in countries with oppressive internet restrictions.

Choose a Surfshark subscription

Choose a Surfshark subscription option that suits you best and create an account.

Download the app

Download the VPN app on your device. Make sure to have it on all devices that connect to the internet.

Connect to a VPN server

Choose from Surfshark’s 3200+ servers in 100 countries, or simply tap the Quick-connect button.

Your account may be banned if you have violated WhatsApp’s Terms of Service, which means you won’t be able to use your app. The most common reasons for account bans are sending spam and scam messages or otherwise disturbing other users. If you believe you’ve been wrongfully banned, you can contact their customer support team.

Alternatively, you may be unable to access WhatsApp if it’s banned in your country altogether. Some countries don’t allow any use of the app, while others may only block VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) features, such as calls and voice messages, but allow you to send text messages on the app.

Obfuscated servers

As mentioned before, obfuscated servers hide the fact that you’re using a VPN. This is particularly useful if you want to enjoy surfing the World Wide Web freely in countries with oppressive internet restrictions.

Secure encryption

WhatsApp encrypts your calls and messages, which is nice. But Surfshark encrypts all data coming out of your device with industry-leading AES-256 encryption. It means your connection is private and secure on every app and website you visit.

Vast server infrastructure

Surfshark has 3200+ servers in 100 countries worldwide, and some countries have multiple available locations. This means that you’ll always be able to find a fast and uncrowded server to connect to nearby.

No activity logs

Much like WhatsApp, we believe in keeping your online activities private. That’s why our VPN has a strict no-logs policy to ensure you that we don’t collect or keep any data about your activities while you’re connected to Surfshark.

Unlimited simultaneous connections

Surfshark offers unlimited simultaneous connections, which means you can keep all your devices connected to the VPN at the same time. No need to count your connections or disconnect from one device just so that you can connect on another.

Industry-leading VPN protocols

A VPN protocol has a direct impact on the speed and security of your connection. Surfshark uses OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IKEv2 protocols, all of which have no known vulnerabilities and are capable of maintaining fast connection speeds.

No, you shouldn’t use a free VPN for WhatsApp or anything else for that matter. Online privacy and security are the main reasons for using a VPN, and free VPN providers don’t always do a good job of protecting your data and activity.

More than 25 million user records were leaked by free VPNs in 2022 alone. If you don’t want your data to be included in this statistic in the future, you’re better off spending a few bucks a month for a premium VPN provider instead.

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