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Cellular Only Works When Connected to a VPN

I use an iPhone 13 Pro Max on T-Mobiles Essential plan. For a few months now, unless I’m connected to my VPN(ProtonVPN), I basically cannot access the internet or use apps.


I can still search the internet using safari, however I cannot go onto any websites.


To sum it up: Unless I’m connected to ProtonVPN, I cannot access any websites or apps.

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Aug 19, 2022 1:20 PM

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Aug 19, 2022 2:53 PM in response to YH-an

Optimize the range of the mobile network, see this Apple article:

If you see No Service or Searching on your iPhone or iPad

If you see No Service or Searching on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Check Wi-Fi network:

Connect to Wi-Fi on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Connect to Wi-Fi on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

 

If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won’t connect to a Wi-Fi network

If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't connect to a Wi-Fi network - Apple Support


Check router settings -> Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points

Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points - Apple Support

 

If you need help with your Wi‑Fi password

If you need help with your Wi‑Fi password - Apple Support


If they are On, turn Off Hotspot & VPN.


See -> If Safari isn't loading websites or quits on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

If Safari isn't loading websites or quits on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

  • If you're using a VPN (Virtual Private Network), check your VPN settings. If you have a VPN turned on, some apps or websites might block content from loading.


Cellular Only Works When Connected to a VPN

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