How we check public VPN servers

Free VPN Catalog is built around fresh measurements, not a static list. We check availability, speed and latency every 10 minutes, show only live VPN endpoints that pass real checks, and provide downloadable OpenVPN .ovpn files for VPNs working at download time.

1721servers indexed
32countries
+69added last hour
4084.2 Mbpsfastest check
May 13, 2026 09:19 UTClast updated

What the checks measure

  • Speed shows the measured throughput in Mbps. Servers with zero measured speed or failed working status are kept out of the public table.
  • Latency shows round-trip time in milliseconds. Lower values are better for calls, games and remote work.
  • Uptime summarizes recent availability as a percentage. Values are normalized so impossible numbers above 100% are not displayed.
  • Checked shows the latest date available for the endpoint in the dataset.

How to read the data

Public VPN endpoints can change quickly. A server with a fresh check, realistic speed and low latency is usually a better choice than an old endpoint with a large historic speed number. For sensitive activity, use a trusted provider instead of an unknown public server.

For transparency, the catalog shows fresh measurements directly in the table, while direct raw .ovpn file access is blocked and downloads use short-lived links.

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Frequently asked questions

Why do public VPN results change?
Public VPN servers are operated by third parties and can go offline, change ports or reduce performance without notice.
Is a high speed number always the best choice?
No. Check speed together with latency, uptime, country and the latest check date before downloading a profile.
Why are raw .ovpn files protected?
Downloads use short-lived links to reduce stale hotlinking and keep the catalog experience cleaner.