VPN for iPhone and iPad
The iOS app installs a WireGuard tunnel at system level, so Safari, streaming apps and banking apps all travel through it. Turn on auto-connect for untrusted Wi-Fi and the tunnel starts before the network handshake finishes.
Official apps
OwlGate everywhere.
The same no-logs, residential-IP VPN on every screen you own. Download the official OwlGate app for iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Linux.
5 devices per accountNo logsUK residential IPs
iPhone & iPad
App Store
Download on the App Store →
- iOS 15+
- iPad optimised
- Widget support
Android
Google Play
Get it on Google Play →
- Android 9+
- Play Protect verified
- Auto-updates
Android sideload
Direct APK
Download APK →
- SHA-256 verified
- No Google account needed
- Manual updates
Windows · Mac · Linux
Desktop
Download for desktop →
- WireGuard config export
- Tray app
- Kill switch ready
Why download OwlGate?
Stream UK TV abroad
iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more see a normal UK household IP.
Bank-grade privacy
AES-256 and WireGuard keep your data safe on public Wi-Fi.
Fast, simple connection
One tap to connect to the fastest tree house near you.
Top-rated support
Priority support for Pro users, plus a community help centre.
Not sure which app you need?
Visit our download hub and we will automatically detect your device — phone, tablet, or computer — and point you to the right installer.
A VPN for every device you own
VPN for iPhone guide →VPN for Android TV & Firestick guide →Best VPN for Firestick & BBC iPlayer abroad →
VPN for Android phones and tablets
Install from Google Play or the signed APK. Always-on VPN plus the built-in kill switch stop any traffic leaking if the tunnel drops, and split tunnelling lets local apps like banking or mobile tickets bypass the VPN.
VPN for Firestick and Android TV
Sideload the OwlGate APK with Downloader on a Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube or Android TV box. The remote-friendly layout means you connect to a UK tree house in three clicks, then open iPlayer, ITVX or Channel 4 as normal.
VPN for Windows, Mac and Linux
The desktop app covers Windows 10/11, macOS 12+ and most Linux distributions. Launch on start-up, pick a tree house and the tunnel reconnects automatically after sleep or a change of network.
VPN on your router
Import a WireGuard configuration into OpenWrt, AsusWRT or GL.iNet and every device in the house — smart TVs, consoles, streaming boxes — is covered by a single device slot.
Watching BBC iPlayer and ITVX abroad
Connect to London, Manchester or Edinburgh before you open the app, and clear the app cache the first time. OwlGate uses residential UK IPs, so British broadcasters see an ordinary household connection rather than a data centre.
App requirements
| Platform | Minimum version | Download size | Protocols |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone & iPad | iOS / iPadOS 15 or later | 24 MB | WireGuard · IKEv2 |
| Android | Android 9 (Pie) or later | 18 MB | WireGuard · OpenVPN |
| Android TV & Fire TV | Android TV 9 or later | 18 MB | WireGuard |
| Windows | Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) | 42 MB | WireGuard · OpenVPN |
| macOS | macOS 12 Monterey or later | 38 MB | WireGuard · IKEv2 |
| Linux & ChromeOS | Any distro with WireGuard 1.0+ | Config only | WireGuard |
Directory
Recommended apps to pair with OwlGate
A VPN is one part of the kit. These are the 25 apps we actually recommend to Brits abroad — British telly that needs a UK IP, privacy tools that cover what a tunnel cannot, and the banking and travel apps that make life overseas less annoying. Nothing here is a paid placement.
Every app we recommend running alongside OwlGate, grouped by what it is for.
BBC iPlayer
Licence feeUK streaming
Every BBC channel live plus box sets, all in one place.
With OwlGate: Geo-locked to the UK and checks for datacentre IPs. Use a residential UK tree house such as London or Manchester.
iOS · Android · Fire TV · Web
Visit BBC iPlayerITVX
FreemiumUK streaming
ITV catch-up, live channels and a large free film library.
With OwlGate: Works reliably on a UK tunnel; the free ad-supported tier needs no subscription at all.
iOS · Android · Fire TV · Web
Visit ITVXChannel 4
FreeUK streaming
All 4 catch-up, live streams and a deep documentary archive.
With OwlGate: Free with an account. Register while connected to a UK tree house so the postcode check passes.
iOS · Android · Fire TV · Web
Visit Channel 4My5
FreeUK streaming
Channel 5, 5STAR and 5USA catch-up with live simulcast.
With OwlGate: Light on bandwidth, so it holds up well on slower hotel Wi-Fi behind the tunnel.
iOS · Android · Fire TV · Web
Visit My5BBC Sounds
Licence feeUK streaming
BBC radio, music mixes and the full podcast back catalogue.
With OwlGate: Most live stations are UK-only. A UK tunnel restores Radio 4, 6 Music and 5 Live abroad.
iOS · Android · Web
Visit BBC SoundsBitwarden
FreemiumPrivacy & security
Open-source password manager with unlimited free device sync.
With OwlGate: Stops password reuse, the single biggest risk a VPN cannot fix for you.
iOS · Android · Desktop · Browser
Visit BitwardenSignal
FreePrivacy & security
End-to-end encrypted messaging and calls, no ads, no tracking.
With OwlGate: Encrypts message content itself, so even a compromised network sees nothing useful.
iOS · Android · Desktop
Visit SignalFirefox
FreePrivacy & security
Browser with strong tracking protection and container tabs.
With OwlGate: Containers keep UK and local sessions apart, which stops streaming sites mixing up your region.
iOS · Android · Desktop
Visit FirefoxAegis Authenticator
FreePrivacy & security
Offline, encrypted two-factor codes for Android.
With OwlGate: Keeps 2FA off the cloud. Pair it with OwlGate for logins that survive dodgy public Wi-Fi.
Android
Visit Aegis AuthenticatorHMRC App
FreeBanking & admin
Tax code, National Insurance record and Self Assessment on mobile.
With OwlGate: Foreign IPs often trigger extra identity checks. A UK tree house makes sign-in behave normally.
iOS · Android
Visit HMRC AppMonzo
FreemiumBanking & admin
UK current account with instant notifications and fee-free spending abroad.
With OwlGate: Popular with expats. Connect through a UK tree house before large transfers to avoid holds.
iOS · Android
Visit MonzoWise
FreemiumBanking & admin
Multi-currency account with mid-market exchange rates.
With OwlGate: The cheapest way to move money back to a UK account while you are living overseas.
iOS · Android · Web
Visit WiseNHS App
FreeBanking & admin
Repeat prescriptions, GP records and appointment booking.
With OwlGate: Some trust portals block non-UK traffic outright — a UK tunnel is the simplest fix.
iOS · Android · Web
Visit NHS AppAiralo
PaidTravel & connectivity
Data eSIMs for 200+ countries, activated in minutes.
With OwlGate: Mobile data you control beats hotel Wi-Fi. Run OwlGate on top for a UK IP anywhere.
iOS · Android
Visit AiraloOrganic Maps
FreeTravel & connectivity
Offline OpenStreetMap navigation with no tracking or accounts.
With OwlGate: Works with no signal and sends nothing home — the privacy-first alternative to Google Maps.
iOS · Android
Visit Organic MapsWiFi Map
FreemiumTravel & connectivity
Crowdsourced hotspots and passwords worldwide.
With OwlGate: Handy on arrival, risky by default. Always bring the tunnel up before you sign in.
iOS · Android
Visit WiFi MapSpeedtest by Ookla
FreeTravel & connectivity
Measure real line speed before you blame the VPN.
With OwlGate: Test with the tunnel off, then on — or use our built-in speed test for an OwlGate-specific reading.
iOS · Android · Desktop
Visit Speedtest by OoklaProton Mail
FreemiumWork & study
Encrypted email with a clean mobile client and custom domains.
With OwlGate: Keeps correspondence encrypted at rest, not just in transit like a VPN.
iOS · Android · Web
Visit Proton MailObsidian
FreemiumWork & study
Local-first notes stored as plain Markdown files you own.
With OwlGate: No cloud dependency, so it keeps working on flaky connections and long-haul flights.
iOS · Android · Desktop
Visit ObsidianTermius
FreemiumWork & study
SSH and SFTP client with synced hosts and keys.
With OwlGate: Many company servers allow-list UK ranges, so a fixed UK exit IP saves a lot of firewall tickets.
iOS · Android · Desktop
Visit TermiusLibreOffice
FreeWork & study
Full offline office suite with Microsoft format support.
With OwlGate: Edit documents with no account and no telemetry when you are working offline.
Desktop
Visit LibreOfficeRadio Garden
FreeEntertainment extras
Spin a globe and listen to live local radio anywhere.
With OwlGate: A lovely way to keep a bit of home noise on in the background.
iOS · Android · Web
Visit Radio GardenBBC Sport
FreeEntertainment extras
Live scores, fixtures and match commentary.
With OwlGate: Live streams and audio commentary are UK-only. Connect first, then open the app.
iOS · Android · Web
Visit BBC SportAntennaPod
FreeEntertainment extras
Open-source podcast player with offline downloads.
With OwlGate: No account, no tracking, and it queues episodes for the flight home.
Android
Visit AntennaPodPlex
FreemiumEntertainment extras
Stream your own media library from a home server.
With OwlGate: Remote access is far more reliable when both ends sit behind a consistent tunnel.
iOS · Android · Fire TV · Desktop
Visit PlexStreaming apps need a UK tree house before you open them. Pick one from the locations list, or browse our free TV and flicks guide for what is worth watching.
OwlGate app FAQ
Is the OwlGate VPN app free?
Yes. The OwlGate app is free to download and includes a free tier with ad-supported access to a rotating set of tree houses. Pro unlocks all 75+ locations, UK residential IPs and priority support from £9.99 a month.
Which devices does the OwlGate app work on?
iPhone and iPad on iOS 15 or later, Android 9 or later (phones, tablets, Android TV and foldables), plus Windows 10/11, macOS 12+, most Linux distributions and ChromeOS via the WireGuard client.
Will the app let me watch BBC iPlayer and ITVX abroad?
Yes. Connect to a UK tree house such as London, Manchester or Edinburgh before opening iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 or My5. OwlGate uses residential UK IPs, which these services treat as a normal British household connection.
Does the app keep logs of what I do?
No. OwlGate runs a strict no-logs policy — no browsing history, no DNS queries and no connection timestamps tied to your account. Only your billing record and email are stored.
How many devices can I use with one account?
Up to five devices at the same time on a single OwlGate account, in any mix of phones, tablets and computers.
Can I use the app on public Wi-Fi safely?
Yes. Every connection is encrypted with WireGuard or AES-256, so cafe, hotel and airport Wi-Fi cannot read your traffic. The kill switch blocks traffic if the tunnel drops.
Is there a VPN for Firestick and Android TV?
Yes. The OwlGate Android APK installs on Amazon Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube and Android TV using the Downloader app. Sideload the APK, sign in with your remote and pick a UK tree house — the whole device is then protected, including iPlayer, ITVX and Netflix apps.
Is there a free VPN for the UK?
OwlGate's free tier is a genuinely free UK VPN — ad-supported, no credit card, with a rotating set of tree houses and unlimited time. Pro removes the ads and unlocks all 75+ locations, residential UK IPs and the 5-day mix route.
How do I download and install the VPN?
Open the download hub and OwlGate detects your device automatically. iPhone and iPad install from the App Store, Android from Google Play or the signed APK, and Windows, Mac and Linux from the desktop installer. Install, sign in and tap connect — setup takes under two minutes.
Can I put OwlGate on my router?
Yes. Generate a WireGuard configuration from any tree house and import it into an OpenWrt, AsusWRT or GL.iNet router. Every device on that network — smart TVs, consoles, streaming boxes — then uses the tunnel without counting more than one device slot.
Using the app from a UK town
Every British town and village has its own OwlGate page with local speeds, nearest tree house and setup notes — handy whether you are heading out from Harrogate or logging back in from abroad.