IPVanish Expands Privacy and Security with RAM-Only Servers and OpenVPN Support on iOS
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- RAM-Only Rollout: IPVanish launches RAM-only servers in 19 locations, with full transition planned by 2027.
- OpenVPN on iOS: OpenVPN with Scramble now available for iPhone and iPad, currently in beta testing.
- Privacy & Performance: Updates strengthen user privacy, reduce data risks, and improve speed and reliability.
IPVanish has rolled out two major updates this week, strengthening both its infrastructure and app features. The company announced the launch of RAM-only servers across 19 locations and introduced OpenVPN support for iOS devices, marking important steps in its commitment to privacy and flexibility.
RAM-Only Servers Begin Global Rollout
IPVanish has started deploying RAM-only servers, a move designed to increase both privacy and performance. Unlike traditional servers that rely on hard drives, RAM-only servers store all data in volatile memory. This means any information is automatically wiped when a server is rebooted or powered off, leaving no possibility of data persistence.
Currently, RAM-only servers are live in 19 cities across nine countries, including the US, UK, Germany, France, Japan, and Australia. IPVanish plans to complete a full transition to RAM-only infrastructure by 2027, with more server clusters expected to go live in upcoming phases.
While the shift is underway, the provider noted that its existing HDD servers remain secure, backed by full-disk encryption and a no-logs policy that was independently audited in 2025 by Schellman Compliance, LLC.
In addition to privacy benefits, RAM-only servers are expected to deliver faster speeds, lower latency, and improved reliability. The technology also reduces cooling demands and simplifies system updates, making the infrastructure more efficient.
OpenVPN Comes to iOS with Scramble Support
Alongside infrastructure upgrades, IPVanish has expanded its protocol options on iOS. The company confirmed that OpenVPN is now available on the IPVanish app for iPhone and iPad.
This update introduces OpenVPN Scramble, a traffic obfuscation feature available over both TCP and UDP. Scramble disguises VPN traffic, helping users bypass restrictions and interference on restricted networks.
Since iOS does not natively support OpenVPN, IPVanish had faced challenges implementing it in the past. With the latest release, iOS users now have the same protocol flexibility already available on Windows, macOS, Android, and other platforms.
OpenVPN on iOS is currently in beta, meaning users may encounter minor issues. IPVanish stated it will refine the protocol’s performance based on user feedback and future updates.
To connect with OpenVPN on iOS, users can navigate to Settings → Protocol → OpenVPN within the IPVanish app, then start a VPN session as usual.
Strengthening User Privacy and Choice
These two updates, RAM-only servers and OpenVPN on iOS, reflect IPVanish’s broader push to enhance both privacy and usability. The company has also reduced data required at signup, publishes regular transparency reports, and automatically anonymizes canceled accounts after 45 days.
By combining infrastructure improvements with expanded app features, IPVanish aims to deliver faster, more secure, and more flexible connections across platforms.
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