Four devices, four VPNs, and every switch means re-finding nodes and resetting preferences. ProtonVPN's multi-platform setup solves this: one account, one set of habits, seamless across devices.
One account covers Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, with favorites and protocol preferences synced. Here is how it works.
1. One account, many devices
Download the matching client from the ProtonVPN site on each device and sign in with the same account. The number of simultaneous devices depends on your plan, and the account center lets you view and manage connected devices.
2. Cross-device sync
Favorites, auto-connect settings and NetShield strength sync with your account. The Swiss node you favorited on your laptop is ready on your phone after sign-in.
| Setting | Syncs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Favorite nodes | Yes | On sign-in |
| NetShield level | Yes | Account-wide |
| Protocol preference | Yes | WireGuard/OpenVPN |
| Custom config | Partial | Per-device advanced |
3. Platform differences
Windows offers the most features including split tunneling. macOS integrates deeply with the system. Linux ships CLI and GUI. Android supports always-on, and iOS supports on-demand connections. Each has documentation on the ProtonVPN site.
A remote worker shared that they route company intranet through split tunneling while personal traffic uses the VPN — two networks on one machine. That is the advanced use case of multi-platform setup.
Back to the annoyance of four devices: you only need one setup. Open ProtonVPN for a free vpn download, sign in on all five platforms with one account, and your habits follow you.
