Install WireGuard (Android / iPhone / Windows)

Follow these step-by-step instructions to install and configure WireGuard on your device.

Android Installation

Step 1: Download WireGuard

1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android device
2. Search for "WireGuard"
3. Tap on "WireGuard" by WireGuard Development Team
4. Tap Install
5. Wait for installation to complete

Step 2: Import Configuration

1. Open the WireGuard app
2. Tap the + button (Add Tunnel)
3. Select Create from file or Import from file
4. Navigate to where you saved your configuration file
5. Select the .conf file
6. The tunnel will be created automatically

Step 3: Connect

1. Tap on your tunnel name
2. Toggle the switch to ON (or tap Activate)
3. Grant VPN permission when prompted
4. You're now connected!

Alternative: Import via QR Code

1. Open WireGuard app
2. Tap + button
3. Select Create from QR code
4. Scan the QR code provided in your email
5. Tap Add to create the tunnel
6. Toggle to connect

iPhone (iOS) Installation

Step 1: Download WireGuard

1. Open the App Store on your iPhone
2. Search for "WireGuard"
3. Tap on "WireGuard" by WireGuard Development Team
4. Tap Get or Install
5. Wait for installation to complete

Step 2: Import Configuration

1. Open the email with your configuration file
2. Tap on the .conf attachment
3. Select Copy to WireGuard
4. The tunnel will be created automatically

1. Open WireGuard app
2. Tap the + button
3. Select Create from QR code
4. Scan the QR code from your email or screen
5. Tap Add

1. Open WireGuard app
2. Tap + button
3. Select Create from file
4. Choose the configuration file from Files app

Step 3: Connect

1. Open WireGuard app
2. Tap on your tunnel name
3. Toggle the switch to ON
4. Allow VPN configuration when prompted
5. Enter your passcode if required
6. You're connected!

Windows Installation

Step 1: Download WireGuard

1. Visit wireguard.com/install
2. Click Download for Windows
3. Run the installer (wireguard-installer.exe)
4. Follow the installation wizard
5. Restart your computer if prompted

Step 2: Import Configuration

1. Open WireGuard application
2. Click Add Tunnel → Add empty tunnel...
3. Click Import tunnel(s) from file
4. Select your .conf configuration file
5. The tunnel will appear in the list

1. Open WireGuard
2. Click Add Tunnel → Add empty tunnel...
3. Enter a name for your tunnel
4. Paste your configuration content
5. Click Save

Step 3: Connect

1. Select your tunnel from the list
2. Click Activate button
3. Grant administrator permission if prompted
4. The status will show "Active"
5. You're connected!

Important Notes

Mobile Data Required

• Enable mobile/transport data before connecting
• Wi-Fi may not work for VPN connections
• Some networks block VPN traffic

Configuration File Security

• Keep your .conf file secure and private
• Don't share your configuration with others
• Each configuration is unique to your account

Connection Issues

• Ensure mobile data is enabled
• Check your internet connection
• Verify configuration file is correct
• Restart the WireGuard app if needed

Troubleshooting

Android Issues

• Permission Denied: Grant VPN permission in Android settings
• Can't Import: Check file format and location
• Connection Fails: Enable mobile data, disable Wi-Fi

iPhone Issues

• Can't Import: Check file format, try email method
• Connection Fails: Enable Cellular Data, check settings
• Permission Issues: Allow VPN in iOS Settings

Windows Issues

• Installation Fails: Run as administrator
• Can't Connect: Check Windows Firewall settings
• Service Not Running: Restart WireGuard service

Need Help?

For installation or configuration assistance:

• Email: support@fairhaventech.net
• Phone: +263 71 379 9312
• Check: "Why Transport / Mobile Data Is Required" article

Next Steps

After installation:

1. Import your configuration file
2. Connect to the VPN
3. Verify your connection is working
4. Enjoy secure internet access!