Apps not working after iOS update due to VPN/IP blocking

certain apps not working after iOS update. “Please turn off VPN or IP blocking” but I can’t figure out how?


iPhone 17 Pro, iOS 26

Posted on Feb 6, 2026 5:35 AM

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Posted on Feb 6, 2026 5:41 AM

Mo6116 wrote:

certain apps not working after iOS update. “Please turn off VPN or IP blocking” but I can’t figure out how?

VPN is not needed on iPhone and most definitely causes connectivity issues. They don't provide the security you've been led to believe they do.


  • Open Settings > General > VPN & Device Management - remove the VPN profile there
  • Remove any VPN and Anti-Virus apps you may have
  • Restart your iPhone once all are removed
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Feb 6, 2026 5:41 AM in response to Mo6116

Mo6116 wrote:

certain apps not working after iOS update. “Please turn off VPN or IP blocking” but I can’t figure out how?

VPN is not needed on iPhone and most definitely causes connectivity issues. They don't provide the security you've been led to believe they do.


  • Open Settings > General > VPN & Device Management - remove the VPN profile there
  • Remove any VPN and Anti-Virus apps you may have
  • Restart your iPhone once all are removed

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