Installing the Stomper root certificate on iOS is essential for ensuring secure connections. This step-by-step guide will help you through the process, even if you are not tech-savvy.
Requirements
Before we begin, ensure you have the following:
- An iOS device (iPhone or iPad)
- Internet access
- Basic understanding of navigating iOS settings
Step-by-Step Guide to Install the Stomper Root Certificate
Step 1: Download the Certificate
You can obtain the Stomper certificate file (.pem file) from the following sources:
- From the cert folder in your trial or VPN zip file.
- If you cannot find the certificate file, download it from here.
Ensure the downloaded file has a .pem
extension, which is necessary for the installation process.
Step 2: Install the Certificate
Once you have the .pem
file, follow these steps to install the Stomper root certificate on your iOS device:
- Open the
.pem
File:- Locate the
.pem
file you downloaded. - Tap on the file to open it. This will prompt the installation of the profile.
- Locate the
- Install the Profile:
- Once the profile is opened, tap on “Install” in the top right corner.
- Enter your device passcode when prompted to authorize the installation.
- Complete the Installation:
- A warning sign will appear, indicating the nature of the certificate.
- Tap “Install” again at the top right and then at the bottom to confirm.
- The Stomper Certificate label should turn green and say “Verified.”
Step 3: Enable Full Trust for the Certificate
To fully trust the newly installed root certificate, follow these steps:
- Navigate to Certificate Trust Settings:
- Go to
Settings
>General
>About
>Certificate Trust Settings
.
- Go to
- Enable Full Trust:
- Under the “Enable full trust for root certificates” section, find
VIP Uber Starter Custom
. - Toggle the switch next to
VIP Uber Starter Custom
to enable full trust.
- Under the “Enable full trust for root certificates” section, find
Note: Apple introduced this additional step to ensure users manually verify and trust root certificates. This extra action enhances security by preventing inadvertent trust in potentially malicious certificates.
Summary (TL;DR)
For a quick overview, here are the essential steps:
- Download the Stomper certificate file (.pem) from the provided link or your VPN zip file.
- Open the
.pem
file and follow the prompts to install the profile. - Go to
Settings
>General
>About
>Certificate Trust Settings
. - Enable full trust for the root certificate by toggling the switch next to
VIP Uber Starter Custom
.
By following these detailed steps, you’ll successfully install and trust the Stomper root certificate on your iOS device, ensuring your connections are secure and Stomper runs smoothly.