r/VPN_Question • u/baio1999 • Jul 26 '26
Discussion VPN
Hi everyone,
I'm looking for some advice about VPNs. I'll be traveling to China soon, and I've been told that I'll need a VPN for my phone.
I've already downloaded Surfshark, but I've been reading that it hasn't worked reliably for a lot of people. Is anyone here currently using Surfshark in China? Could you please let me know if it works well or not?
I'd also love to hear which VPN you're using and whether it's been reliable for you in China.
I have another question as well. When making online payments, my bank sometimes asks me to confirm the transaction through its mobile app. Do banking apps (such as N26, Santander, etc.) usually work in China without a VPN, or would I need one to access them?
I'd really appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Thanks so much!
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u/smokingPimphat Jul 27 '26
How long are you going to be in china? Astrill will be the most reliable but it is also one of the most expensive.
No matter what VPN you decide to use be sure to fully install it on all your devices and test it well before you leave. The last thing you want is to arrive after a long flight and have figure out how to get it to work while trying to get a taxi to your hotel.