What to know

Network Extension on iPhone/iPad tunnels the whole device (apps, browsers, system). Chrome on a computer only wraps supported browser traffic. There is no full-device macOS/Android/Windows app yet.

How to use it

Traveling with only a phone → iOS app + Auto-connect. Working in Chrome on a laptop → extension. Need both → one FollowNet account; Free weekly / Premium entitlements follow the account.

Limits and honest expectations

Do not expect the extension to protect Zoom, Slack desktop, or other browsers. Do not expect iOS Smart Connect protocol theater inside Chrome.

Key points

Traveling with only a phone → iOS app + Auto-connect. Working in Chrome on a laptop → extension. Need both → one FollowNet account; Free weekly / Premium entitlements follow the account.
Do not expect the extension to protect Zoom, Slack desktop, or other browsers. Do not expect iOS Smart Connect protocol theater inside Chrome.
Free includes a weekly traffic allowance
Current plan details always appear in the app

FAQ

What is the main benefit?

iOS FollowNet is a system VPN for every app. The Chrome extension is a browser proxy for desktop tabs. Pick the surface that matches the traffic you need covered.

How do I start?

Traveling with only a phone → iOS app + Auto-connect. Working in Chrome on a laptop → extension. Need both → one FollowNet account; Free weekly / Premium entitlements follow the account.

What are the limits?

Do not expect the extension to protect Zoom, Slack desktop, or other browsers. Do not expect iOS Smart Connect protocol theater inside Chrome.

How does Free work?

Free includes a weekly traffic allowance. Current plan details always appear in the app