WireGuard VPN: Fast, Secure, and Versatile
You don’t have to trade protection for performance when you use WireGuard and PIA VPN
- One of the fastest VPN protocols available
- Available via all PIA VPN apps
- Choose from 148 server locations worldwide
- 30-day money-back guarantee for new subscribers

Protection For All Your Devices
What Is WireGuard?
WireGuard is a VPN protocol – a set of rules that determines how your device connects to a VPN server and how your data travels between those two points. Think of it as the engine underneath your VPN.
Most popular VPN protocols were built decades ago and carry a lot of legacy code. WireGuard, on the other hand, was purpose-built to be lean and efficient. It has a much smaller codebase than other protocols, which means faster performance and fewer places for bugs or vulnerabilities to hide.
It’s also fully open source, so the code is publicly available for anyone to inspect and verify. That’s exactly the type of transparency you want from software that handles your private data.

How to Get a Greek VPN for Privacy and Security in 3 Steps
How to Connect to a VPN Server Using WireGuard
You don’t need any tech knowledge to use WireGuard with PIA – it takes just a few minutes to get started

Step 2
Choose WireGuard in the app protocol settings.
Benefits of a WireGuard VPN

Leaner and Stronger
WireGuard’s lightweight codebase means fewer vulnerabilities and a protocol that’s faster to audit and easier to trust.

Faster Where It Counts
The protocol’s streamlined design cuts the overhead, giving you faster speeds without sacrificing on protection.

Works Across All Devices
Whether you’re on desktop, mobile, or tablet, WireGuard works seamlessly across major operating systems and devices.

Secure and Savvy
Built with modern cryptographic encryption, WireGuard gives you the up-to-date defenses you need for today’s threats.

Fewer Drops, More Stability
WireGuard maintains a steady connection to keep your data safe even when you switch between networks.

Always On, Always Ready
WireGuard is designed to reconnect quickly after interruptions, making it one of the most reliable protocols available.
WireGuard vs OpenVPN
Both WireGuard and OpenVPN are solid, well-established protocols, but they’re built differently and cater to different user needs. Fortunately, PIA supports both protocols, so you’re never locked into one. You can switch between WireGuard and OpenVPN anytime in your connection settings.
| WireGuard | OpenVPN | |
| Speed | Extremely fast | Fast |
| Codebase size | ~4,000 lines | ~400,000 lines |
| Encryption | Modern cryptographic standards | Proven legacy standards |
| Stability | Excellent | Good |
| Compatibility | All major platforms | All major platforms |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Everyday use, streaming, gaming | High configurability, legacy support |
Make the Most of WireGuard with PIA VPN
Keep Consistently Guarded
Maintain protection even when your connection is interrupted. PIA’s built-in Kill Switch automatically blocks all traffic if your VPN connection drops, helping prevent unencrypted information from leaving your device.


Balance Speed and Security
Decide how your traffic moves with PIA’s split tunneling feature. Route selected apps through your WireGuard VPN while letting others use your regular connection to get the best balance of speed and security for the task at hand.
Shield Public Wi-Fi Connections
Add security to public Wi-Fi connections with top-notch AES encryption. Unsecured networks make it easier for others to snoop on your traffic, but PIA encrypts your connection to make it nearly impossible to read when intercepted.


Boost Your Online Anonymity
Mask your real IP address to help avoid targeted advertising. PIA replaces your IP with one from your chosen server location, making it significantly harder for websites, advertisers, and trackers to monitor your online activities.
Avoid Interruptions
Get the low latency and stable connection that gaming and streaming demand. The lightweight WireGuard protocol combined with PIA’s NextGen server network keeps speeds fast and interruptions to a minimum.


Enjoy Endless Data
Use as much VPN data as you like without the worry that you’ll hit bandwidth limits. PIA doesn’t restrict your usage or throttle your speeds, so long streaming, gaming, or downloading sessions won’t slow you down.
The WireGuard and PIA VPN Trust Triangle
PIA’s privacy infrastructure is designed to complement WireGuard’s built-in protections to make every layer of your connection more secure

Court-Proven No-Logs Policy
PIA never collects your browsing data under any circumstances. Our no-logs policy has been audited by Deloitte and upheld in court twice.

RAM-Only Servers
Built on RAM-only infrastructure, every PIA VPN server wipes all browsing data on reboot, helping to keep your digital footprint small.

Open-Source Apps
All PIA apps are fully open source and anyone can inspect the code. It’s the same transparency that makes the WireGuard protocol so trustworthy.
Get WireGuard on All Your Screens
Every PIA app supports WireGuard, giving you fast, consistent protection across all your devices and platforms. Whether you’re on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS, or using PIA’s browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, or Opera, switching to WireGuard takes just a few taps in your connection settings.
WireGuard VPN: Frequently Asked Questions
Every PIA app supports WireGuard, including desktop clients for Windows, macOS, and Linux, mobile apps for Android and iOS, and browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox. Switching to WireGuard takes just a few taps in your connection settings.
Speed comes down to efficiency. WireGuard operates on around 4,000 lines of code compared to hundreds of thousands in older protocols. Less code means less processing work, which results in faster speeds and more responsive connections across all your devices.
Yes. WireGuard uses modern cryptographic standards and has a much smaller codebase than older protocols, which means fewer potential vulnerabilities. It's also fully open source, so the code is publicly available for anyone to inspect and verify.
Open the PIA VPN app and go to Settings, then select Connection. Under the Protocol dropdown, choose WireGuard. The change takes effect the next time you connect to a server. If you’re already connected, simply reconnect to apply the new protocol.
In the WireGuard vs OpenVPN debate, WireGuard usually wins for most everyday use cases. Its faster speeds and lower latency make it great for streaming, gaming, and general browsing. That said, OpenVPN may be the better option if you need more advanced configuration options or are using a legacy system.
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