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    • Getting Started
      • Add files to Documents
      • Create a folder or a subfolder in Documents
      • How to rename, move, and delete your files
      • Sync and back-up your files using cloud storages
    • Using Documents
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      • Create a new file in Documents
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      • Use search in Documents
      • Access recently opened and favorite files
      • Organize your files with Inbox
      • Enhance your files with Tools
      • Set up reminders for your files
      • Access your device files via the Files app folder
      • Documents internal web browser
      • Download files from the Internet
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      • Why VPN?
      • Use VPN in Documents
      • Documents VPN provider & Privacy
      • Share files via the Share button
      • Save files from other apps to Documents via Extension
      • Transfer files from Safari to Documents
      • Transfer files between iOS device and desktop using Wi-Fi
      • Transfer files to another iOS device with Nearby
      • Transfer files to desktop or another iPhone/iPad with WebDAV
      • Share files with Android devices
      • iTunes file sharing
      • Share files from cloud via a link
      • Transfer files between Documents and your Mac using a USB cable
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      • Sync a folder with the 2-way sync
      • Set up sync with Mac via SFTP
      • Connect to your Mac or PC via SMB
      • Time Capsule set up
      • Siri shortcuts in Documents
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      • Smart Actions in Documents
      • Use iOS Live Text in Documents
      • How to set password to the app
      • Documents Widgets in Control Center
      • iPhone Mirroring in Documents
    • Troubleshooting
      • Files look broken
      • Music stops when the screen is locked
      • Documents app quits unexpectedly
      • Documents app freezes
      • Sync issues
      • There is no Documents app in the 'Open In' menu
      • Annotations are not visible in Documents while working with a third-party app
      • Restore accidentally deleted files
      • VPN-related issues
      • Wi-Fi Transfer issues
      • Can't access a password protected app
      • Email can’t be sent
      • The app occupies too much space
      • Subscription issues
      • Battery usage and background activity of the app
      • Music skips while playing
    • Billing & Subscription
      • Upgrade to Documents Plus
      • How to cancel the free trial for Documents Plus
      • How to check and manage your subscription status
      • Refund processes in Documents
    • Privacy & Data
      • Documents privacy FAQ
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    Home Using Documents Built-in VPN service Use VPN in Documents

    Use VPN in Documents

    When you connect to the internet through a VPN, all your data traffic is sent through an encrypted and secure virtual tunnel. As a result, nobody can see neither your IP address nor what you are doing online. The VPN adds an extra layer of protection to your internet connection, so you can browse the web safely and access your favorite websites and services from any location.

    Jump to:
    • Set up a VPN with Documents
    • Free functionality & subscription
    • VPN issues

    Set up a VPN with Documents

    Set up a VPN with Documents:

    1. Open the Documents app.
    2. Jump to the VPN tab.
    3. Tap the big Start button. 

    That’s it! Documents automatically selects the fastest server for you. Meanwhile, you can also pick a different server location if you need to bypass certain geo-restrictions. To do it, tap the first tab under the on and off button and choose one of the 27 countries from the list.

    Note: The VPN service works across all your apps, even when you close Documents.

    Free functionality & subscription

    Documents offers two traffic plans for VPN:

    1. Free plan with 50 MBs (renews daily). When MBs expire, VPN automatically turns off.
    2. Unlimited VPN with Documents Plus. VPN comes as a part of the Documents Plus subscription which gives such superpowers as VPN, Reading Mode, and advanced PDF editor.  

    Important note for existing subscribers: Those of you who previously subscribed to professional PDF tools in Documents can still benefit from these features on the terms and price you had before. You can also upgrade your plan to get a VPN.

    VPN issues

    If you’re experiencing any issues with a VPN service, follow these steps:

    1. Make sure you have the latest Documents version installed.
    2. Check if your internet connection is stable and retry the VPN connection. If that doesn’t help, try different server locations to connect. Ideally, you should connect to a VPN server that’s close to you, like in a neighboring country.
    3. If you use a free traffic plan, make sure your daily 50 MBs didn’t expire. Otherwise, Documents disconnects VPN till the end of the day.
    4. Reboot your device and retry the connection.

    If it still doesn’t resolve the situation, please contact us and we’ll help you personally ASAP.

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