This article has been updated to feature the latest audit of our no-log VPN service, which was concluded on February 21, 2025. Links to information for previous no-log audits are included below.
At IPVanish, we know that online privacy is a right, not a privilege. That’s why we’ve long upheld a strict policy as a no-log VPN, assuring your internet activity remains yours and yours alone. To help maintain transparency and build trust, we invited a leading provider of attestation services, Schellman Compliance, LLC, to conduct an independent audit of our systems. We’re proud to share that the results affirm that IPVanish operates as a true no-log VPN provider.
This is our second third-party audit validating our no-logs policy, offering you independent proof that IPVanish does not monitor, store, or log your activity.
Key Findings
Here’s what the 2025 IPVanish VPN no-log audit confirmed:
No Logging of Internet Traffic
IPVanish does not log any customer’s internet activity. The audit verified that our servers retain no records of the websites you visit or the content you access.
No Metadata Logging
We do not store metadata related to your VPN sessions, including DNS queries, connection times, or your original IP address.
No Traffic Inspection
IPVanish does not inspect or store any traffic passing through our VPN servers. Your data remains encrypted and private.
No Monitoring of Service Usage
We do not log information about the services or websites you connect to. While we have real-time systems in place to prevent abuse, they operate using memory-only data and do not retain logs.
Consistent Privacy Across All Servers and Users
No matter which location you connect to or which subscription plan you use, IPVanish applies the same no-log VPN policy to every server and user.
Robust Change Management
Our audit also reviewed our change management processes. Any configuration changes, especially those related to logging, require multi-level approval and are subject to strict oversight.
The Audit Process
The independent audit, completed on February 21, 2025, involved a thorough review of our privacy practices and no-log claims. During the assessment, the auditors were given unrestricted access to our systems, configurations, and teams to ensure a thorough examination. The process was designed to ensure our systems align with our public commitment to protecting user privacy.
Here’s what the evaluation covered:
- Interviews: Our engineering and operations teams participated in detailed discussions about our infrastructure, privacy controls, and no-log practices.
- System Analysis: Auditors conducted a comprehensive review of our server configurations, analyzing how our VPN service processes traffic without storing logs.
- Test Traffic Exercises: Various scenarios were simulated to generate traffic and monitor for any evidence of logging. This included inspecting DNS queries, VPN metadata, and server responses.
- Real-Time Review: Schellman confirmed that any real-time data used to detect network abuse was processed in memory only, with no logs retained.
Change Management and Security Controls
The auditors also evaluated our internal controls to ensure that our no-log policy is maintained without compromise. IPVanish has robust change management protocols in place, requiring dual-approval processes for any system updates or configuration changes. These safeguards prevent unauthorized adjustments and ensure that our no-log commitment remains intact.
Why Undergo a No-Log Audit?
Your trust is invaluable. While our Privacy Policy has always outlined our commitment to not logging your online activity, independent verification provides additional assurance. By working with a respected third-party auditor, we’ve demonstrated our transparency and reinforced our dedication to your privacy.
This recent audit builds on our previous third-party audit results, providing consistent verification of our no-log claims. You can view details of our previous audit here.
Access the Full 2025 No-Log Audit Report
“During the assessment, it was validated that no logs were retained by IPVanish and that a standardized change release process was in place.”
Transparency is key to earning your trust. IPVanish users can download the complete 2025 no-log audit report directly from the My IPVanish Account Portal from the “Security Reports” page. Members of the media can request a copy by contacting [email protected].
Previous No-Log Audit Reports
Previous audit information can also be accessed in My IPVanish from the Security Reports page:
Why This Matters
Choosing a VPN provider is a decision based on trust. While any company can claim to follow a no-log policy, third-party audits provide tangible proof that those promises are upheld. This independent audit ensures that we’re not just making claims — we’re backing them up with evidence.
When you connect to IPVanish, you can do so with confidence, knowing your data remains yours and yours alone. The Schellman Compliance, LLC report confirms that we:
- Do not keep any metadata logs
- Do not log your VPN activity
- Do not engage in any practices that compromise your privacy
Committed to Ongoing Transparency
We don’t just say we’re a no-log VPN—we prove it. At IPVanish, independent audits back our privacy claims, and we’re committed to making those results public. Because real transparency means giving you proof, not promises.
