- Windscribe released a beta Android app designed for users in Iran, Russia
- The update integrates native censorship-resistant AmneziaWG protocol
- This comes as a fix for “ongoing VPN connection issues” in the regions
Windscribe has officially launched a new beta version of its Android VPN app specifically designed to bypass the intensified internet censorship currently gripping Iran and Russia.
The update, announced via the provider’s social media channels, introduces native support for the AmneziaWG protocol, a stealth technology designed to mask VPN traffic as regular web activity. This should allow users to bypass the sophisticated Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) blocking methods used by authoritarian regimes.
This release delivers on a promise of “fixes” to the ongoing VPN crackdown that were made in late January when Windscribe acknowledged that its default connections were being aggressively targeted.
In a statement posted to its Telegram channel, Windscribe confirmed it prioritized this update to help users regain access to the free web.
“[AmneziaWG] has proven to be quite successful in bypassing government blocks, and it is our highest priority to get this out into our native applications,” the company stated at the time.
How AmneziaWG can help Windscribe users
The core of this update is the integration of the AmneziaWG. Previously, Windscribe users in restricted areas had to manually request a configuration file from customer support and use third-party software to connect through it VPN protocol.
With the new beta app, that functionality is built right into the interface. This significantly lowers the technical barrier for users, who can now access the stealth protocol without having to have complex manual setups or external clients.
While WireGuard is already known for its speed and security, its distinct data signature makes it easy for sophisticated government firewalls to identify and block. AmneziaWG changes these packet signatures to look like random junk data or benign web traffic, making it much harder for censors to detect that a VPN is being used.
For users in Iran and Russia who have had problems connecting to Windscribe VPN servers, we have new versions of apps available for you! Latest release on Play Store and App Store has some new WireGuard options to try with Circumvent Censor toggle enabled. pic.twitter.com/EfORcYt77S24 February 2026
The launch comes at a critical time for digital privacy in both regions. Users in Iran and Russia have reported a sharp increase in VPN interference over the past month, with many popular services becoming intermittent or unavailable.
Windscribe’s internal data reflected this struggle. In a poll conducted on their Telegram channel weeks before the launch, nearly half of Iranian respondents reported that their VPN “never works,” while 52% of Russian users reported the same.
The provider noted that the majority of its affected user base was on mobile and PC platforms, which led to the decision to roll out the Android solution first. “We’re also working on a Windows build to get this out ASAP,” Windscribe added in January.
How to get the new app
Because app stores like Google Play are often restricted or monitored in these regions, you get best VPN software can be a challenge.
Users in Iran and Russia are encouraged to download the beta APK (Android Package Kit) directly from the official Windscribe Telegram channel or that the company’s websiteif available. Sideloading the app in this way bypasses the official app store, ensuring users can get the latest anti-censorship tools even if the store page is blocked.
Windscribe has stated that while this feature is currently in beta for Android, it will eventually be available to all users. “Once it’s in the app, it won’t be limited to paid users; everyone will have access,” the company confirmed.
While this update is a significant step, the cat-and-mouse game between VPN providers and government censors is constant. Windscribe’s direct integration of AmneziaWG represents a purposeful, aggressive move to keep lines of communication open in two of the world’s most restrictive digital environments.
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