# VPN installation manual on iOS
### OpenVPN Installation, Configuration and Execution Manual on iOS
This document will present, step by step, the installation, configuration and execution of OpenVPN on the iOS operating system.
**Preparation:**
Before starting the installation and configuration of OpenVPN on your iPhone, you should check the following point:
- Have an account for configuring the VPN, which is requested at the Computer Network Management office.
**Installation:**
To download OpenVPN just go to the AppStore and download the following application “*[OpenVPN Connect](https://itunes.apple.com/pt/app/openvpn-connect/id590379981?mt=8 "https://itunes.apple.com/pt/app/openvpn-connect/id590379981?mt=8")*”.
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**Configuration:**
For your configuration, you must download the [IT.ovpn](https://kb.deec.uc.pt/attachments/29). Then, open the application, select the “OVPN Profile” option and accept the policies.
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To add the ovpn file, just open the Files application, go to the downloaded file's directory and open it with OpenVPN.
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Finally, select “ADD” and enter the credentials and select “ADD” again. If you want, you can change the Title to an easier name to identify to the IT VPN.
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