# iOS/iPadOS (/manage/clients/platforms/ios)

> Install, configure, and update the Pangolin app for iOS and iPadOS



## Install [#install]

* [Pangolin on the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pangolin-client/id6757407406) - This is the official page to download the latest Pangolin app for iOS and iPadOS.

### Installation Steps [#installation-steps]

1. **Download and install the Pangolin app**

   Download and install the Pangolin app from the App Store using the link above.

2. **Launch Pangolin**

   Open the Pangolin app from your home screen.

3. **Install the VPN configuration**

   When prompted, allow Pangolin to add VPN configurations to your device.

   You may be asked to enter your device passcode or use Face ID/Touch ID to authorize the VPN configuration.

4. **Log in with your Pangolin account**

   Log in on your Pangolin Cloud account or your self-hosted Pangolin instance.

5. **Connect to Pangolin**

   Tap the Connect button to establish a VPN connection.

## Configure [#configure]

<Note>
  DNS, MTU, and other preferences shared across clients are on [Platforms](/manage/clients/platforms#shared-preferences).
</Note>

### Dynamic Island and Live Activity [#dynamic-island-and-live-activity]

When enabled, Pangolin shows connection status in the Dynamic Island and on the Lock Screen.

### Connect Automatically On [#connect-automatically-on]

Choose when Pangolin may connect automatically. Tap **Connect** to enable on-demand for that interface; **Disconnect** disables it.

**Cellular** connects automatically while the device is on cellular.

**Wi-Fi** connects automatically while the device is on Wi-Fi. You can limit which networks that applies to:

* **Any Wi-Fi Network** connects on every Wi-Fi network.
* **Only these Wi-Fi Networks** connects only on the networks you list.
* **Except these Wi-Fi Networks** connects on every network except the ones you list.

## Update [#update]

Updates are delivered through the App Store.