Unable to turn off VPN on my iPhone 15 Pro Max

I have located the VPN settings under the general tab but there is no option to toggle the VPN to off, only able to add another VPN. I am attempting to use a survey app that says my vpn won’t let the app continue, so it needs to be turned off while using the app. Tia




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Original Title: Why won't my VPN wont turn off? i have found the vpn setting but there is no option to toggle it off. iPhone15ProMax

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Aug 8, 2025 6:09 AM

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Posted on Aug 8, 2025 6:13 AM

VPN is simply not needed on any iPhone, unless your employer or school requires one, which they should actually provide. Since they aren't needed, don't turn it off, remove the VPN profile in Settings > General > VPN & Device Management. As you're learning, they can cause connectivity issues and they most definitely DON'T provide the security you think they do. In fact, most VPNs sell your tracking data to anyone willing to pay for it. I would NEVER install a VPN on my iPhone.

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Aug 8, 2025 6:13 AM in response to FrustratedKare

VPN is simply not needed on any iPhone, unless your employer or school requires one, which they should actually provide. Since they aren't needed, don't turn it off, remove the VPN profile in Settings > General > VPN & Device Management. As you're learning, they can cause connectivity issues and they most definitely DON'T provide the security you think they do. In fact, most VPNs sell your tracking data to anyone willing to pay for it. I would NEVER install a VPN on my iPhone.

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