Private Internet Access
A configurable VPN with unlimited personal-device connections, Linux support and port forwarding on selected servers.
Suited to Linux users and selected-server port-forwarding workflows
Facts checked November 5, 2026
Our assessment
A practical shortlist candidate for Linux users, large personal-device collections and workflows needing selected-server port forwarding.
This is a documentation-based assessment. We have not connected to PIA, measured a transfer or inspected traffic from its applications. The buying question is whether the published controls match a task you actually need to perform, followed by a practical check of that setup.
This is a documentation-based assessment checked on 5 November 2026. No hands-on speed, streaming or leak-test results are claimed. Review the linked sources for the intended device and the current purchase terms.
A good fit when
- You want native Linux support alongside mainstream mobile and desktop apps.
- You need to investigate port forwarding on supported locations.
Look elsewhere when
- You require port forwarding on every possible server.
- You want to avoid inspecting platform-specific settings and feature availability.
What the service includes
Unlimited personal devices
PIA advertises unlimited simultaneous personal-device connections and uncapped VPN bandwidth.
Native Linux support
Native apps cover Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS; compatible routers and TVs have additional setup options.
Connection controls
The service lists WireGuard and OpenVPN, split tunneling and an advanced kill switch.
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Before you subscribe
Does PIA have a device limit?
PIA advertises unlimited simultaneous connections for supported personal devices.
Does every server support port forwarding?
No. The official feature page says port forwarding is available on selected servers.
Which VPN protocols are listed?
The current feature page lists WireGuard and OpenVPN.
Read the full Private Internet Access review
A practical shortlist candidate for Linux users, large personal-device collections and workflows needing selected-server port forwarding.
Read the full reviewReference desk 4
- privateinternetaccess.com/vpn-features for Current provider documentation for features, compatibility or plan limitations checked November 5, 2026
- privateinternetaccess.com/download/linux-vpn for Linux app compatibility and setup checked November 5, 2026
- privateinternetaccess.com/vpn-features/split-tunneling for Selective routing and supported platforms checked November 5, 2026
- privateinternetaccess.com/blog/understanding-a-vpn-kill-switch for Connection interruption controls checked November 5, 2026