Message
This location needs a paid plan
This location needs a paid plan: what the ForestVPN message cp.tier_required means, why it appears and what to do about it.
Updated October 11, 2026
The app says: "Requires a paid plan."
What it means
The location you chose is part of Premium.
What to do
Choose a location that is not locked, or look at the plans.
Why it happens
Some locations are included only in the paid plan.
Where you see it
The ForestVPN apps show this message when you connect, or on the Account screen next to your plan. The code is cp.tier_required.