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      • Organize your files with Inbox
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      • Why VPN?
      • Use VPN in Documents
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      • Share files via the Share button
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      • Transfer files to another iOS device with Nearby
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      • Sync a folder with the 2-way sync
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      • Time Capsule set up
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    • Troubleshooting
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      • Documents app quits unexpectedly
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      • 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 Why VPN?

    Why VPN?

    Not sure why a VPN might come in handy? Learn about the advantages of using a virtual private network on simple, everyday-life examples.

    What can I do with a VPN?

    Get some crazy advantages with the Documents VPN feature: 

    • Download and stream media without any limitations 
    • Unlock geo-blocked websites 
    • Protect your privacy when on public Wi-Fi
    • Play online games on the high-speed connection
    • Download torrents on a fly 

    What services can I access with a VPN?

    Since VPN masks your location, you can connect to a server in a different country where certain services can be easily accessed. For instance, you want to listen to your favorite band on Spotify but your country is not on the list. Enable VPN and select another one to hide your location.

    Did you know Netflix has a different library of shows for different countries? Explore more trying new options and unlocking new series: Hulu, Showtime, Pandora, BBC iPlayer, and many more amazing platforms to unlock. Online shopping has never been easier - just imagine you aren’t blocked anymore trying to access your favorite stores from an IP address that is prohibited on the store’s server.

    If you’re still not impressed, try installing a VPN and connect to a low-income country to get cheaper flight tickets. It’s an ultra-cool secret to find some interesting deals when booking hotels and planning your next vacation.

    Will a VPN affect my Internet connection?

    Let us share a small secret with you: many Internet providers hamper the Internet connection purposely. Using VPN helps avoid those throttling tricks since it doesn’t allow separating your traffic into high and low-speed tunnels.

    No more buffering when watching YouTube or playing FPS or strategy games online. No pausing when downloading torrents. Learn how to set up a VPN in this article.

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