PTA approves VPN service providers’ Licenses under class License scheme
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has begun licensing Virtual Private Network (VPN) service providers under the Class License for the Provision of Data Services in Pakistan.
As part of this process, PTA has granted Class Licenses to three companies to provide VPN services.
“All VPN service providers operating without a license are advised to promptly obtain the required Class License to ensure compliance with the existing regulatory framework. Timely licensing will help prevent potential service disruptions and ensure uninterrupted access for their customers,” a press statement issued here read.
PTA provides detailed information regarding the licensing process, eligibility, and application forms on its official website. The rise in VPN usage in Pakistan follows the ban on X, formerly known as Twitter.
The PTA revealed that excessive Virtual Private Network (VPN) usage primarily caused the internet slowdown in Pakistan. PTA stated that the increased use of VPNs has placed additional pressure on the country’s bandwidth, resulting in slower internet speeds.
The telecommunication authority sent the report to the Ministry of IT, highlighting the need to enhance bandwidth to meet the growing internet demand.
