VPN for Raspberry Pi: Stay More Secure
- Set up a VPN for Raspberry Pi in minutes
- Scramble your data with high-grade encryption
- Connect to a fast and reliable server network

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Set Up CyberGhost VPN on Raspberry Pi in 3 Easy Steps
Perfect for constant protection on a lightweight device.
Buy CyberGhost VPN and sign in to your account.
Configure an OpenVPN connection for your RasPi.
Turn OpenVPN on and use Raspberry Pi as normal.
Why You Need a VPN for Raspberry Pi
Keep Your Pi Running Efficiently
Raspberry Pi devices run on limited hardware, so efficiency matters. Many VPNs support lightweight protocols designed to balance speed and stability without overloading your CPU. This lets your Pi keep running its projects while the VPN handles your connection security in the background.
Raspberry Pi setups often run around the clock for servers, automation, or home labs. A VPN encrypts your traffic and masks your IP address, helping keep activity more private while your device stays connected to the internet.
Protect Always-On Connections
Level Up Your Online Privacy
A VPN routes your traffic through a secure server before it reaches the internet. This can limit how easily your ISP or network operators see details about what your device is doing online. It adds another privacy layer to your Raspberry Pi projects.
You can configure a Raspberry Pi to act as a VPN gateway for other devices on your network. Once set up, connected devices route their traffic through the VPN automatically. This can simplify privacy protection for home labs, smart devices, or always-on setups.
Why Choose CyberGhost VPN for Raspberry Pi?
OpenVPN Support
Use our OpenVPN configuration files designed for Linux-based systems.

Verified No-Logs Policy
Keep your browsing to yourself — we never track or log what you use our VPN for.
RAM-Only Servers
Connect knowing our servers automatically clear data on every reboot.
Leak Protection
Prevent your real IP address from leaking outside the VPN tunnel while connected.
AES 256-Bit Encryption
Scramble your traffic with a widely trusted standard used to safeguard sensitive data.
Version List
- Raspberry Pi OS (Bookworm & Bullseye)
- Debian-based Linux builds
- OpenVPN TCP & UDP setups
- ARM-friendly VPN profiles
Device Types
- Raspberry Pi 3, 4, and newer models
- Home servers and Pi gateways
- Routers for whole-network protection
- Windows & macOS computers
- Android & iOS devices
Access a Global VPN Server Network
Your Raspberry Pi may be small, but your connection doesn’t have to be. CyberGhost VPN runs on high-capacity servers built for speed. Our 10-Gbps infrastructure is made to keep things moving even when hundreds of users connect at the same time.
Connecting is quick, and you can switch to a different server at any point if you need to find one better suited for your needs. Closer servers tend to be faster, helping keep downloads responsive, remote access snappy, and always-on projects running without slowdowns.
Protect Your Raspberry Pi & Other Devices
It’s quick and easy to set up CyberGhost VPN on your Raspberry Pi. First, log in to your CyberGhost VPN account. Then, create a server configuration file based on the server you’d like to use and copy the files into your RasPi OpenVPN directory.
If you want to connect other devices, we have dedicated apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. One subscription lets you connect up to 7 devices simultaneously, so you can boost their online protection without constantly logging in and out.
Have gear not compatible with VPN apps? Turn your Raspberry Pi into a VPN gateway, or set CyberGhost VPN up on a compatible router to cover all your smart home devices, consoles, media servers, and more in one go.
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FAQ
Yes. You can use a VPN on Raspberry Pi by configuring it manually through supported protocols like OpenVPN. Once set up, your Raspberry Pi sends its internet traffic through the VPN server, which adds encryption and changes the IP address associated with the connection.
CyberGhost VPN has a simple Raspberry Pi setup, making it a solid choice for your device. It also comes with ironclad encryption, OpenVPN support, and loads of security features needed to level up your online security.
You might be able to, but you should be aware of potential trade-offs. Many free VPNs limit data and bandwidth, throttle speeds, or offer fewer server options. Some also tend to collect user data to support their business models. A premium VPN, like CyberGhost VPN, typically comes with faster servers, more configuration options, and stronger privacy practices. CyberGhost VPN also lets you try out all of its features risk free with a 45-day money-back guarantee.
A Raspberry Pi VPN encrypts your internet traffic. This scrambles your data and reroutes it through a secure tunnel, helping stop third parties, like ISPs, from seeing what you do online. It can also stop your ISP from throttling your speeds based on your activity.
A VPN for Raspberry Pi also masks your IP address and replaces it with one from a private server. This gives you extra privacy when browsing and prevents outsiders from linking your activity back to your actual location and using it to build a profile on you.
Yes, if you pick the right VPN. Some factors to consider when choosing a Raspberry Pi VPN include the encryption used, the VPN’s logging policy, and where it’s headquartered. That’s what impacts the security of a VPN the most.
CyberGhost VPN uses ironclad AES 256-bit encryption to secure your data and follows a no-logs policy, which means we’ll never track or store your browsing activity. We’re also headquartered in privacy-friendly Romania, where the government doesn’t require us to store or hand over user data.
Raspberry Pi is a small, low-cost computer many people use for hands-on projects like running home automation systems, building Kubernetes clusters, and running web proxies. It was initially developed to help kids learn programming, but since then, faster and more powerful models have been released.
Yes, CyberGhost VPN is compatible with most major platforms. Download dedicated VPN apps for your Windows PC, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux devices, your Android TV, or Amazon Fire Stick. You can use CyberGhost VPN on up to 7 devices simultaneously.
You can also set up CyberGhost VPN on a compatible router to cover devices that don’t have native app support, like game consoles, Smart TVs, and the Apple TV box.
For most Raspberry Pi setups, OpenVPN is the go-to because it’s widely supported on Raspberry Pi OS and works well for manual configuration. If your priority is stability, OpenVPN TCP can help; if you want better day-to-day performance, OpenVPN UDP is often the better pick.
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- Apps for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS & more
- 24/7 live Customer Support service
- 45-day money-back guarantee
- VPN servers in 100 countries worldwide
- Iron-clad encryption
