Get a Fast VPN for Streaming, Gaming, and Downloading
Don’t sacrifice speed for security with PIA’s fast and customizable VPN
- Find a nearby fast server with our 113-country network
- Fine-tune VPN speed with adjustable encryption
- Stream and game with unlimited VPN data
- 30-day money-back guarantee for new subscribers

A Fast VPN Connection on All Your Devices
Enjoy unlimited VPN protection on one subscription or install PIA VPN on a compatible router to secure all gadgets on your network, including game consoles and smart home gadgets.
All the Features You Need for a Fast VPN Connection
PIA’s high-capacity network provides consistent VPN speeds on every connection.

Global Server Reach
Find a nearby VPN server even when you're far from home. Choose from 180 PIA locations in 113 countries to maintain optimal performance.

10-Gbps Network
Maintain a blazing-fast connection via any PIA VPN server, thanks to our 10-Gbps network infrastructure.

Flexible Settings
Choose the lightweight WireGuard protocol or OpenVPN with 128-bit AES encryption and UDP mode for the fastest speeds.

Split Tunneling
Let speed-sensitive apps use your regular internet connection while the rest funnel through the encrypted VPN tunnel with our split tunneling settings.

Ad and Tracker Blocker
Keep web pages responsive with less to load. PIA MACE blocks known ads, trackers, and malware, which can help pages load faster with less clutter.

24/7 Customer Support
Get help finding the optimal settings for your needs. Our team of VPN experts is available 24/7 via live chat or email.
What Affects Your VPN Speed?
Your VPN is only one part of the connection. Other factors can affect how fast your internet runs while using a high-speed VPN.
- Your internet plan: A VPN can’t raise your provider’s speed limit. A faster plan gives your connection more capacity to work with.
- Wi-Fi signal quality: A weak signal or interference can slow traffic before it reaches the VPN server. A wired Ethernet connection is generally faster.
- Other activity on your network: A system update or other large downloads in the background can leave less bandwidth for other tasks.
- The service you’re using: A busy website or server can limit performance even when your own connection has capacity available.

How to Get Fast VPN Speeds With PIA
Customizing your PIA VPN settings to get the maximum possible speed is easy

Step 1
Open the app’s protocol settings and choose WireGuard.

Step 2
Select Choose automatically in the server list.

Step 3
Click the big power button and enjoy blazing-fast VPN speeds.
Why a Fast VPN Matters
Nobody wants a movie to buffer at the best part, a download to take forever, or lag to ruin a close match – that’s why PIA takes your connection speed seriously

Stream in High Quality
Don't let a frozen screen spoil your favorite show. You typically need speeds of 5 Mbps to stream in full HD and 25 Mbps or more for 4K streaming. PIA's streaming-optimized locations combine 10-Gbps connectors with platform compatibility, giving you great streaming performance for your existing subscriptions.
Keep Large Downloads Moving
Large downloads shouldn't take all day. PIA supports peer-to-peer (P2P) connections on every server and doesn’t cap your VPN bandwidth or data. Enabling port forwarding on select locations lets more peers connect to your app, which can improve transfer speeds when a small number of peers share your open-source project.
More Responsive Gameplay
A split-second delay can cost your team the skirmish. Because PIA shows each server’s latency in the app, you can pick a more responsive connection for low ping. If you’re prone to ISP-based throttling for certain high-bandwidth activities, encrypting your connection limits how much your ISP can detect about your traffic.
Balance Speed With Flexible Encryption
Maintain extra data protection without compromising speeds. PIA makes it easy to balance security and performance by giving you full control over how your connection works.
Our OpenVPN settings let you choose between AES-128 and AES-256 encryption. You can also choose between TCP and UDP transport protocols and adjust MTU size.
AES-128 takes less work to encrypt your data, which can improve your speeds, especially on older devices, while AES-256 uses a longer key for added security.
Fastest VPN: Frequently Asked Questions
There's no single fastest VPN service for every connection, as speeds vary with your network and the server you choose. However, a VPN needs certain features to allow for fast data transfer, such as a high-capacity network and a lightweight protocol.
To find the fastest VPN, look for nearby server options, lightweight protocols, unlimited VPN bandwidth, and flexible customization options. PIA's global server network gives you plenty of choice, with 180 server locations and speed-boosting features like split tunneling and an ad blocker to help free up resources. You can manage these features right in the PIA app.
A fast VPN helps you stream in high quality and download large files without unnecessary delays caused by the VPN. Low latency also matters for online gaming, where even small delays can affect how quickly the game responds to your actions.
Yes, a VPN can slow your internet connection because encrypting data and routing it through another server adds latency. The impact varies by provider, your own network, your hardware, and many other factors. The right VPN settings and efficient protocols like WireGuard can help keep it small, though.
No, a VPN usually won't make your internet faster than your regular connection, but there are a few cases where it can help. A VPN uses a different route than your ISP, which may sometimes improve performance if the VPN route is more efficient. When your ISP selectively throttles certain traffic, a VPN makes it difficult for your ISP to see your browsing activity, which can limit ISP-imposed slowdowns.
A free VPN can be fast, but there's often a catch. Running high-capacity VPN servers costs money and some free plans limit your server choices or how much data you can use. This can leave you with fewer options for finding a fast connection, especially when servers get busy. PIA offers access to our global server network and speed settings at an affordable price. New subscribers can put PIA to the test with our 30-day money-back guarantee.
Choose the Plan that's Right for You
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3 Years + 3 Months EXTRA
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$3.99/moBilled at $47.88 first year and then autorenews annualy at $47.88
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All amounts are shown in USD, and any discounts reflect a reduction based on the current monthly service pricing at $11.95 per month.
*The 30-day money-back guarantee is available to new subscribers only; for subscriptions purchased via third-party app stores (e.g., Apple App Store, Google Play Store), refunds are subject to their respective terms and conditions.
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