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TunnelBear VPN on Windows Pc

Developed By: TunnelBear, Inc.

License: Free

Rating: 4,2/5 - 308.235 votes

Last Updated: April 16, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 4.2.9
Size 48.5 MB
Release Date October 31, 24
Category Tools Apps

App Permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (8)]

What's New:
Took the Bears to the groomers. Just love that New Bear smell, don’t you? [see more]

Description from Developer:
TunnelBear is a simple VPN app that helps you browse the Internet privately and securely. TunnelBear changes your IP and protects your browsing data from online threats, letting yo... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download TunnelBear VPN and install on Windows PC. TunnelBear VPN is free Tools app, developed by TunnelBear, Inc.. Latest version of TunnelBear VPN is 4.2.9, was released on 2024-10-31 (updated on 2024-04-16). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 10,000,000. Overall rating of TunnelBear VPN is 4,2. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 308,235 users, 38,835 users had rated it 5*, 216,407 users had rated it 1*.

How to install TunnelBear VPN on Windows?

Instruction on how to install TunnelBear VPN on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install TunnelBear VPN on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install TunnelBear VPN using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "TunnelBear VPN" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install TunnelBear VPN on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "TunnelBear VPN" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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TunnelBear is a simple VPN app that helps you browse the Internet privately and securely. TunnelBear changes your IP and protects your browsing data from online threats, letting you access your favourite websites and apps worldwide.

Join over 45 million TunnelBear users who worry less about browsing on public WiFi, online tracking or blocked websites. TunnelBear is an incredibly simple app that can help you:

✔ Change your perceived IP address to help keep your identity private
✔ Reduce the ability of websites, advertisers and ISPs to track your browsing
✔ Encrypt and secure your browsing traffic on public and private Wi-Fi networks
✔ Get around blocked websites and network censorship
✔ Connect to a lightning-fast private network with access to more than 48 countries

Learn more about our features and the benefits of using TunnelBear today: https://www.tunnelbear.com/features

HOW TUNNELBEAR WORKS

When you use TunnelBear, your data passes through our secure and encrypted VPN servers, changing your IP address and ensuring third parties can't intercept and see what you do online. Your browsing activity and personal information is kept private from hackers, advertisers, ISPs, or prying eyes. Connect to WiFi hotspots privately and securely to keep your data safe.

Try TunnelBear for free with 2GB of browsing data every month, no credit card required. Get unlimited VPN data by purchasing one of our premium plans in the app.

TUNNELBEAR FEATURES

- One-tap to connect. So simple, even a bear could use it.
- No logging policy ensures your browsing habits are private and secure.
- Unlimited simultaneous connections.
- Grizzly-grade security with strong AES-256 bit encryption by default. Weaker encryption isn’t even an option.
- A VPN you can trust. The first consumer VPN to complete annual 3rd party, public security audits.
- Bear speed +9. Use protocols like WireGuard for a fast and stable connection.
- Access to over 5000 servers in 48 countries, physically located in the country you select.
- Anti-censorship technologies sourced by researchers worldwide help keep your connection secure.

PRIVACY POLICY

Your browsing habits are personal and shouldn't be trusted to just anyone. TunnelBear is proud to be the first VPN service in the world to be independently audited by a 3rd party. You can feel confident that we deliver on our promise to secure your data.

TunnelBear has a strict no-logging policy. You can read our simple and easy-to-understand Privacy Policy here: https://www.tunnelbear.com/privacy-policy

SUBSCRIPTIONS

- Subscribe on a monthly or annual basis to receive unlimited data for the duration of the subscription.
- Payment will be charged at time of purchase.
- Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
- Renewal Policy: https://www.tunnelbear.com/autorenew-policy

CONTACT US

Is your Bear misbehaving? Let us know: https://www.tunnelbear.com/support

ABOUT TUNNELBEAR

We think the Internet is a much better place when everyone can browse privately, and browse the same Internet as everyone else. Our award winning applications have appeared on Lifehacker, Macworld, TNW, HuffPost, CNN and The New York Times. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, TunnelBear is available everywhere.

Privacy. For everyone.

WHAT CRITICS ARE SAYING

“TunnelBear excels in trustworthiness and transparency, and it offers fast, reliable connections, easy-to-use applications on every major platform, and handy features for unstable connections.”
- Wirecutter

“TunnelBear is an elegant, easy mobile VPN that keeps you safe.”
- Lifehacker

“The app is bursting with charm, but it also delivers security at a good price.”
- PCMag

“All you have to do is turn the switch to “ON” and you are protected.”
- WSJ

“TunnelBear, the gorgeous VPN app that wants to bring online privacy to everyone.”
- VentureBeat
Took the Bears to the groomers. Just love that New Bear smell, don’t you?
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows an application to receive the ACTION_BOOT_COMPLETED that is broadcast after the system finishes booting.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Permission an application must hold in order to use ACTION_REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.