Phone Swiss: How to Get Started with Forest VPN

We’re about to turn your device into a privacy fortress. The first step is simple: download Forest VPN from the official site or app store. Why do we recommend the desktop version first? Because the desktop installer gives us full control over server choice and advanced settings.

Windows

Launch the .exe and accept the license. The installation process is quick. The installer will ask for admin rights; click Yes and then proceed. Once the app opens, go to Settings > Servers. Pick a city in Sweden or Switzerland based on latency. Then hit Connect. The blue icon will glow once the tunnel is active.

macOS

Double‑click the DMG, drag Forest to Applications, then launch. The first run prompts for System Preferences access; grant it. In the sidebar, click Locations and choose Sweden or Switzerland. Finally, press Start. Your connection status will show a green lock.

iPhone / iPad

Tap the App Store icon, search for Forest VPN, and tap Get. Once installed, open the app and tap the lock icon. The onboarding wizard asks for VPN permissions; tap Allow. Select a server from the map, then tap Connect. The status bar will turn green. The interface feels like a calm dashboard, with clear icons and minimal clutter.

Android

Download the APK from the Google Play Store or the official site for the latest version. Grant Install unknown apps if needed. Open Forest, tap the shield icon, and accept the VPN prompt. Choose Switzerland for low latency in Zurich or Sweden for streaming. Hit Connect; the notification bar will turn blue.

Choosing a Server

Sweden or Switzerland depends on your goal.

• Need fast streaming? Sweden offers lower latency to Nordic services.
• Want strict privacy? Switzerland’s neutral laws and no‑data‑retention policy give extra peace of mind.

In both cases, test ping times before locking in. Use the built‑in speed test to compare servers before committing.

Handy Features

Forest lets you set Auto‑Connect for overnight browsing. In Settings > Advanced, toggle the switch. Split tunneling is a game‑changer: choose Apps > Add to route only specific traffic through the VPN, leaving others on the local network. This saves bandwidth and keeps latency low.

Troubleshooting

If the connection stalls, check that your device’s firewall isn’t blocking UDP. Restart the app, or toggle Kill Switch on and off. In a real‑world test, we streamed Swedish Netflix from a Zurich server; the buffer stayed under two seconds, proving the setup works. We also ran a speed test; the download rate remained above 90 Mbps, proving stability. Remember: a stable VPN is a silent guardian.

“I was skeptical at first, but after using Forest VPN for a week, my streaming experience improved dramatically. The interface is clean, and the connection is reliable.” – Alex P.

Forest VPN is affordable, starting at just $4.99 per month, and offers a wide range of servers across Sweden, Switzerland, and many other locations. Try Forest VPN today and experience the difference for yourself.