Do I need VPN

Hello Whyabout,

Welcome to Apple Support Communities. 

We understand that you want to know if you need VPN to be able to use an iPhone and Mac. We are happy to help.

While the use of a VPN may be required by your school or employer, it is not  necessary to use a VPN to use an iPhone or Mac.

Here’s information on iPhone built-in security protections: Use the built-in security and privacy protections of iPhone - Apple Support

"Protect access to your iPhone

• Set a strong passcode: Setting a passcode to unlock iPhone is the most important thing you can do to safeguard your device.
• Use Face ID or Touch ID: Face ID (supported models) or Touch ID (supported models) provides a secure and convenient way to unlock your iPhone, authorize purchases and payments, and sign in to many third-party apps. See Set up Face ID on iPhone or Set up Touch ID on iPhone.
• Turn on Find My iPhone: Find My helps you find your iPhone if it’s lost or stolen and prevents anyone else from activating or using your iPhone if it’s missing.
• Control what features are available without unlocking your iPhone: Disallow or allow access to some commonly used features, such as Control Center and USB connections, when your device is locked."

Here’s information about Mac security features with macOS Mojave: Security features for MacBook Pro - Apple Support We noticed that you are using macOS 10.13. We recommend keeping your Mac and iPhone updated, so that you will have the latest security features and patches.

1. "Secure start up
2. Secure storage
3. System integrity
4. Data protection
5. Connect accessories securely"

Let us know if you have further questions.

Take care.

Whyabout Said:

"Do I need VPN: Do I need VPN to use apple iPhone and Mac"

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No. Not unless required by Terms of Use(i.e. by an employer or a school).