# Proton VPN

Proton VPN is a Swiss-based VPN provider with a large server network and strong privacy credentials. Wirebump handles session management, server selection, and credential storage automatically.

## Overview

- **Jurisdiction:** Switzerland (strong privacy laws)
- **Server network:** 3000+ servers across 70+ countries
- **Protocol:** WireGuard
- **Audits:** Independent security audits published regularly

Proton VPN works seamlessly with all Wirebump topologies: single-hop, parallel, nested, and hybrid configurations.

## Key Advantages

### Better IP Reputation

Proton VPN servers tend to have better IP reputation than other VPN providers. This means:

- Fewer CAPTCHAs when browsing
- Less likely to be blocked by websites that aggressively filter VPN traffic
- Generally smoother browsing experience

### Streaming Support

Proton VPN has significantly better streaming service compatibility than Mullvad VPN. If you need to access geo-restricted streaming content, Proton VPN exits are more likely to work without issues.
**Recommended Configuration:** A solid split-knowledge setup: Use **Mullvad VPN as your entry hop** (for post-quantum encryption over your untrusted ISP link) and **Proton VPN as your exit** (for better IP reputation and streaming compatibility). You get PQ protection where it matters most, and a better browsing experience at the exit.

## Adding Your Account

1. Open the Wirebump web UI
2. Go to **Settings**
3. Find the **VPN Providers** section
4. Click **Add Proton VPN Account**
5. Enter your Proton VPN credentials

Wirebump stores credentials locally on the device. They never leave your hardware.

After adding your account, Wirebump handles:

- Session authentication with Proton VPN servers
- Automatic session refresh when tokens expire
- Server list updates and availability checking

## Server Selection

Choose servers by city and country when building circuits:

- Major cities have multiple servers available
- The circuit builder shows server availability in real time
- Select specific exit locations for geo-unlocking or latency optimization

Wirebump manages the WireGuard configuration automatically. No manual config file downloads.

## Performance

Proton VPN uses standard WireGuard without additional processing overhead:

- No containerized mode required
- Native WireGuard performance on your hardware
- Full throughput across parallel connections

This makes Proton VPN a good choice for high-throughput needs where you want maximum speed without additional container overhead.

## Multiple Accounts

Wirebump supports adding multiple Proton VPN accounts. Use cases:

- **Split knowledge:** Different accounts for entry and exit hops. The entry account sees your IP but not your destination. The exit account sees your destination but not your IP.
- **Separate circuits:** Dedicated accounts for different topologies or use cases.
- **Redundancy:** Failover to a secondary account if one has issues.

For split knowledge configurations, combine Proton VPN with Mullvad VPN accounts, or use multiple Proton VPN accounts across different subscription tiers.

Learn more: [Split Knowledge](https://wirebump.net/docs/privacy/split-knowledge)

## Proton VPN vs Mullvad VPN

Both providers work well with Wirebump. Key differences:

| Aspect | Proton VPN | Mullvad VPN |
|--------|------------|-------------|
| Server count | 3000+ | ~700 |
| Post-quantum encryption | Not available | Default on all tunnels |
| DAITA | Not available | Available (select servers) |
| Obfuscation | Not available | QUIC and LWO options |
| IP reputation | Generally better | Can be more heavily flagged |
| Streaming support | Good | Limited |
| Best for | Exit hops, browsing, streaming | Entry hops, maximum privacy features |

Many users run both: Mullvad VPN for the entry hop (PQ encryption over ISP link) and Proton VPN for the exit (better IP reputation, streaming).

## Next Steps

[VPN Topologies](https://wirebump.net/docs/vpn-topologies)
  [Split Knowledge](https://wirebump.net/docs/privacy/split-knowledge)
  [Mullvad VPN](https://wirebump.net/docs/vpn-providers/mullvad)
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