At IPVanish, we are pioneers in providing cutting-edge solutions that empower you to take control of your online privacy, security, and digital experience. That’s why we are so thrilled to introduce our latest feature: Threat Protection—a rich layer of additional defenses built into the IPVanish VPN app for Android, iOS, and Fire TV (and coming to Windows and Mac in February 2024). With Threat Protection, users can block third-party ads, trackers, and malicious content, including malware and phishing sites. For users who want more advanced, always-on protection beyond the VPN, IPVanish has also introduced Threat Protection Pro—an expanded security solution with real-time threat detection and deeper system-level protection.
Key Features of Threat Protection at a Glance:
Ad Blocking
Tired of privacy-intruding ads causing distractions? IPVanish’s Threat Protection steps in to offer the assist, giving you control over if and when you see ads. By filtering out content delivered through ad networks and third-party advertisements from appearing, you can enjoy a streamlined browsing experience that preserves mobile data usage. This advanced technique enhances your privacy, boosts your browsing speeds, and optimizes your device’s performance. Focus on what matters without the distraction of unwanted ads.
Tracker Stopping
In the age of online tracking, maintaining your digital footprint can be a challenge. With Threat Protection, IPVanish takes a bold step forward by preventing these tracking elements from ever loading to avoid ads displaying on your device. Our feature goes beyond the ordinary, blocking nosy third-party cookies and tracking scripts designed to monitor your online activities across the web. This means you can browse the internet with confidence, knowing that unseen entities aren’t watching your movements.
Malicious Site Prevention
The internet is rife with risk, but with IPVanish’s Threat Protection, you can browse with greater peace of mind. Our feature acts as a digital shield, helping to stop known malicious websites dead in their tracks. Whether it’s phishing sites attempting to steal your sensitive information or websites harboring malware, you can trust Threat Protection to help keep you safe. By proactively stopping access to these danger zones, you can protect your device and data from potential harm, allowing you to explore the web worry-free.
While Threat Protection focuses on blocking ads, trackers, and malicious domains at the VPN level, newer capabilities introduced with Threat Protection Pro extend protection further—adding real-time file scanning, page-level threat detection, and network monitoring on supported devices.
How Threat Protection Works:
Threat Protection seamlessly integrates with the IPVanish app on your devices. Once activated, it operates silently in the background, continuously analyzing web traffic to identify and block potential threats before the site visit request resolves. The result is a smoother, safer online experience without compromising your privacy.
Because Threat Protection operates at the DNS level, it is designed to block known domains and trackers while connected to the VPN. For a deeper layer of protection that analyzes files, webpages, and network activity in real time—even without a VPN connection—see our full breakdown of Threat Protection Pro features.
At the heart of IPVanish’s Threat Protection lies a sophisticated filtering technique that uses block lists updated in real-time to keep you protected. In leveraging these resources, we’ve elevated your online protection to new heights.
No matter what platform you’re running, activating Threat Protection within the IPVanish app is a breeze. Simply update your app to the latest version, navigate to the Settings screen, scroll down, and enable Threat Protection under the “Advanced protection” section.
How To Activate Threat Protection On Fire TV Devices
- Update the IPVanish App: Make sure your Fire Stick or Fire TV has the most recent IPVanish version installed, then open the application.
- Activate Threat Protection: Locate the Threat Protection feature within the app Settings. Flip the switch to enable this advanced security layer.
- Experience Safer Streaming: Once Threat Protection is activated, enjoy the internet with confidence, knowing that Threat Protection is helping to shield your data from trackers and malicious websites.
How To Activate Threat Protection On Android Devices
- Update Your IPVanish App: Ensure you have the latest version of the IPVanish installed on your smartphone or tablet and launch the application.
- Toggle Threat Protection On: You’ll find the Threat Protection feature in the app Settings. Simply toggle it on to activate this enhanced layer of security.
- Enjoy Secure Browsing: With Threat Protection enabled, surf the internet confidently, knowing that your data is protected from trackers and malicious sites.
How to Activate Threat Protection on iOS Devices
- Ensure the IPVanish App is Up-to-Date: Confirm that your iPhone or iPad has the latest version of IPVanish installed, and then launch the application.
- Enable Threat Protection: Access the app Settings and find the Threat Protection feature. Turn on the switch to activate this advanced security layer.
- Access Safer Streaming: With Threat Protection activated, browse the internet confidently, as it works to block trackers, ads, and malicious websites.
With the rollout of Threat Protection, we continue to enhance your online experience by blocking trackers, filtering ads, and preventing access to malicious sites while connected to the VPN.
For users looking for more advanced protection, Threat Protection Pro builds on these capabilities with real-time detection, file scanning, and network-level monitoring. For a deeper look, explore our full breakdown of Threat Protection Pro features.
This evolution reflects IPVanish’s broader commitment to delivering more comprehensive digital security—giving you greater control over your privacy, protection, and online experience.
