PTA Begins Licensing of VPN Providers Under CVAS-Data Regime
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has officially started PTA VPN licensing for Virtual Private Network service providers under the restored CVAS-Data regime. The step aims to improve digital security and ensure legal VPN usage across the country.
Why PTA Restarted the VPN Licensing Process
PTA stated that the new framework will support secure and lawful VPN services.
It will also ensure full compliance with national cybersecurity and data protection standards.
This move creates clarity for both users and service providers.
Licensed VPN Companies Under the CVAS-Data Regime
Under the PTA VPN licensing initiative, the authority has issued Class Licenses to leading companies, including:
- Alpha 3 Cubic (Pvt) Ltd – Steer Lucid
- Zettabyte (Pvt) Ltd – Crest VPN
- Nexilium Tech (SMC-Pvt) Ltd – Kestrel VPN
- UKI Conic Solutions (SMC-Pvt) Ltd – QuiXure VPN
- Vision Tech 360 (Pvt) Ltd – Kryptonyme VPN
These companies can now legally provide VPN services to individuals and businesses for official and authenticated purposes.
How Users Can Access Licensed VPN Services
With the new system, users can easily subscribe to VPN services from these verified providers.
There is no need to contact PTA separately for IP address or mobile number registration.
This change improves convenience and simplifies the entire process.
Enhancing Cybersecurity Across Pakistan
PTA said the initiative will boost regulatory facilitation and protect users within Pakistan’s digital environment.
The authority expects stronger cybersecurity and greater trust in local VPN services.
Why People Use VPNs worldwide
Globally, millions rely on VPNs for privacy and to bypass restrictions.
In Pakistan, many used VPNs to access X (formerly Twitter) before the platform was restored.
The PTA VPN licensing framework marks a major step toward regulated, secure, and user-friendly VPN access in Pakistan.
It supports legal usage, strengthens cybersecurity, and brings order to the growing demand for VPN services.