Simply put VPN into the search box above as recommended in your other thread already.....

Many good threads coming up, like this one

http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g294211-i642-k7400595-VPN_Provider-China.html

How to set it up depends on the VPN you are using. If you are using the function integrated in Android (PPTP and L2TP VPNs), you will find it under settings, wireless and networks, more, VPN....

you can find an explicit tutorial here :

https://activpn.com/en/wiki/Configure%20OpenVPN%20on%20Google%20Android/

I think it will be helpful for you.

http://www.howtogeek.com/135036/how-to-connect-to-a-vpn-on-android/

https://activpn.com/en/wiki/Configure%20OpenVPN%20on%20Google%20Android/

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i highly recommend using L2TP VPN configuration on your Android device with no need for downloading applications. Check it yourself http://www.vpnfaqs.com/2014/11/how-to-setup-vpn-android/ it works well with the great firewall of China.

I think this simple guide will help you https://privatoria.net/blog/how-to-set-up-vpn-on-android/

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Can anyone please recommend a good vpn for an Android phone for when I visit China soon?

I don't mind paying as long as it is good.