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Fix Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7/Pro

In this guide, we will show you various methods to fix the issue of Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7/Pro. There are already quite a few noteworthy players in the VPN domain, however, a few users had their fair share of concerns with these third-party apps. This is when Google decided to jump ships and many users decided to straightaway welcome it abode.

First things first, it does have quite a few shortcomings- you wouldn’t be able to use it for accessing geo-restricted content and you don’t even have a choice in selecting the server region either ot will auto assign the IP address based on your current region itself!]. With that said, if you are just looking to encrypt your data and reroute your web traffic through proxy servers, then it checkmarks this requirement with ease.

Google One VPN not working

But you might across a few roadblocks as well. For example, Google VPN service stopped working on numerous Pixel 7/Pro after users installed the January 2023 update. Their device got the error message “VPN is disabled. Sign in or check your subscription status”. While that issue got rectified with the subsequent OTA update, a new one has already made its way.

Numerous users have voiced their concern that Google One VPN has once again hit a dead end. They have reported that the VPN is constantly showing a warning stating that ‘your connection may not be secure, VPN is trying to connect’ but the connection never gets established. If you are also currently getting bugged by any of these issues, then this guide will help you out. Follow along for the fixes.

Fix Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7/Pro

Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7 Pro

It is recommended that you try out each of the below-mentioned workarounds and then see which one spells out success. So with that in mind, let’s get started.

FIX 1: Toggle Airplane Mode

In most cases, simply doing a network restart by enabling and then disabling AirPlane mode should be more than enough to rectify network-related issues. So do give it a try using the below-listed steps and check out the results:

  1. To begin with, head over to Settings > Network and Internet.
  2. Then enable Airplane Mode, wait for a few seconds, and disable it.
  3. Check if it fixes the Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7/Pro.Google One VPN not working

FIX 2: Force Stop Google One

If any of the app’s background processes are not working along the expected lines, then its negative impact would directly impact the app in question. Therefore, you should consider restarting the app which in turn would restart all it’s background associated services too.

  1. Head over to Settings > Apps > See All Apps > Google One.
  2. Then tap on Force Stop > OK in the confirmation prompt.
  3. Check if it fixes Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7/Pro.Google One VPN not working

FIX 3: Fix Network Connectivity

In newer versions of Android, you could now directly refresh the network and fix connectivity issues in just a few taps. So let’s put this to the test and check if it works in your favor or not:

  1. Head over to Settings > Network and Internet > Internet.
  2. Then tap on the Fix Connectivity icon at the top right.Google One VPN not working
  3. Now wait for a few seconds and then connect to your WiFi.
  4. Check if it fixes Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7/Pro.

FIX 4: Delete Gooogle One App Data

If the app’s data gets corrupted, then its direct repercussions are bound to be faced by the app itself. In such cases, your best bet is to delete the app’s data app and then let it repopulate a fresh instance of the same from scratch. Here’s how:

  1. Head over to Settings > Apps > See All Apps > Google One.
  2. Then go to its Storage and Cache section and tap on Clear Storage.Google One VPN not working
  3. Now tap Delete in the prompt. Once done, launch the app and set it up.
  4. Check if it fixes the Google One VPN not working issue on Pixel 7/Pro.

FIX 5: Downgrade to December OTA

In rare cases, the culprit might actually be the latest OTA update [such as the January 2023 update]. So in those instances, you will have to downgrade your device to the earlier stable OS build. However, do note that doing so will reset your device and might nullify its warranty. If that’s well and good, then do check out our guides on How to Downgrade Pixel Devices via Fastboot Commands OR How to Downgrade Pixel Devices via Android Flash Tool.

Google One VPN not working

That’s it. These were the two different methods that should help you fix the issue of Google One VPN not working on Pixel 7/Pro. As far as the official stance on this matter is concerned, the developers are yet to acknowledge this issue, let alone give out any ETA for the rollout of a fix. As and when any of these two things happen, we will update this guide accordingly. In the meantime, the aforementioned workarounds are your best bet.


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