Guide
FollowNet and iPhone battery — what actually drains power
Most battery cost is the active tunnel and radio state — not Smart Connect’s brief protocol choice. Measure on your own commute before blaming VPN.
What to know
Always-on Auto-connect on LTE keeps the radio busier than Wi‑Fi-only. Lossy networks that force protocol retries cost more than a stable WireGuard session at home.
How to use it
Prefer Wi‑Fi Only Auto-connect when you only need café protection. Lock WireGuard at home. Use Restricted / Smart only when the network fights VPNs.
Limits and honest expectations
FollowNet cannot beat a weak LTE signal. Low Power Mode and iOS background rules still apply.
Key points
- Prefer Wi‑Fi Only Auto-connect when you only need café protection. Lock WireGuard at home. Use Restricted / Smart only when the network fights VPNs.
- FollowNet cannot beat a weak LTE signal. Low Power Mode and iOS background rules still apply.
- Free includes a weekly traffic allowance
- Current plan details always appear in the app
FAQ
What is the main benefit?
Most battery cost is the active tunnel and radio state — not Smart Connect’s brief protocol choice. Measure on your own commute before blaming VPN.
How do I start?
Prefer Wi‑Fi Only Auto-connect when you only need café protection. Lock WireGuard at home. Use Restricted / Smart only when the network fights VPNs.
What are the limits?
FollowNet cannot beat a weak LTE signal. Low Power Mode and iOS background rules still apply.
How does Free work?
Free includes a weekly traffic allowance. Current plan details always appear in the app