Ciphra VPN for Windows

Ciphra VPN 2025.1020.161 is a Windows VPN client from Ciphra. It encrypts your PC's internet connection and routes it through Ciphra's servers, changing the IP address that websites see. According to the developer, it works on Windows 10 and later, 64-bit. You can download Ciphra VPN for Windows as a standalone installer from ciphravpn.com or get it from the Microsoft Store.

Overview

Ciphra VPN follows the lean approach: a small client with a clear connect button and a list of locations. The developer's download page states that the standalone Windows installer is under 50 MB and needs about 50 MB of free disk space, which makes it lighter than many VPN clients that bundle extra tools. An Android app is also available for phones running Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later, with about 150 MB of free storage, either as a direct APK or from Google Play. The usual VPN benefits apply: traffic on public Wi-Fi is encrypted between your device and the Ciphra server, and websites see the server's location. Whether Ciphra is the right provider for you depends on its privacy policy, server locations and pricing, which are described on the official site. Because it is a newer and less widely known service, it is worth testing it on the networks you actually use and reading its terms before relying on it daily.

System requirements

• Windows 10 or later (64-bit).
• 50 MB free disk space.
• Android app: Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later, 150 MB free storage.

The catalogue lists the installer at about 50.96 MB according to catalogue data.

Installation

1. Open the Ciphra VPN download page and choose the standalone installer or the Microsoft Store option.
2. Install the client and allow the VPN components.
3. Open the app, choose a location and connect.
4. Check that your IP address has changed before browsing.

Privacy and legal notes

• Read the privacy policy on ciphravpn.com to see what is logged.
• A VPN does not make you anonymous to services you log in to.
• Banking and streaming sites may block VPN addresses.
• Follow local laws and workplace or school rules on VPN use.

Who it suits

Ciphra VPN fits users who prefer a light client on a modern Windows PC and want the same service on an Android phone. If you need a long track record, published audits or many advanced settings, compare it with more established providers first.

Tips

Choose nearby servers for calls and gaming, turn the VPN off at home when you do not need it, and remove other VPN clients you no longer use to avoid conflicts between network adapters.

Pros and cons

• Pro: small, lightweight Windows client.
• Pro: installer or Microsoft Store.
• Pro: Android app for phones.
• Con: newer, less widely known provider.
• Con: Windows 10 or later only.

Alternatives

Other VPN clients in our listings include Proton VPN, Windscribe VPN, Mullvad VPN, TunnelBear and Hotspot Shield.