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Q: What does a VPN for Linux do?

A VPN, or virtual private network, adds a layer of security between your Linux computer and the internet. In addition to encrypting your online activity and protecting your personal information from third-party interception, ExpressVPN can also help you defeat censorship by making you appear to be in a different country.

Q: Do I need a VPN on my Linux PC?

Using a VPN on your Linux PC will ensure that everything you do is secure. By connecting to any of our VPN server locations in 105 countries, you can replace your device‘s IP address with a different one, protect your data on unsecured Wi-Fi networks, and access censored sites and services.

Q: How do I know if my VPN is connected in Linux?

In the Terminal window, run the following command: “expressvpn status” to view the current status of the ExpressVPN daemon.

Q: Does Kali Linux come with VPN?

While Kali has a built-in VPN client, it is not an actual VPN service and still requires you to connect to a third-party VPN like ExpressVPN. As a Debian based distro, you can install ExpressVPN on Kali Linux. That said, ExpressVPN does not officially support Kali Linux and will not provide fixes for any issues encountered.

Q: Does Ubuntu come with VPN?

While Ubuntu has a built-in VPN client, it is not an actual VPN service and still requires you to connect to a third-party VPN like ExpressVPN.

Q: How do I find my VPN IP address on Linux?

While connected to VPN in Linux, you can find your IP address by using our IP address checker.

Q: How do I know the ExpressVPN app for Linux is secure?

Security is at the forefront of what we do at ExpressVPN. Not only do we aim to design our apps and systems to offer a high level of privacy and security, but we also routinely engage independent auditors to validate our security claims. It’s one of the best ways for our users to know if they can trust our services to protect them. See the full list of audits and read the full reports.

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Secure streaming, gaming, working, or browsing
Best-in-class encryption and privacy features
Fast VPN servers in 105 countries
30-day money-back guarantee

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How to set up a VPN on Linux

Step 1

Sign up for ExpressVPN

Visit the order page and select the option that’s right for you. All of our plans are fully covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee.

Step 2

See ExpressVPN’s server locations

Use "expressvpn list" to view the full list of ExpressVPN server locations. We have secure VPN servers in 105 countries around the world.

Step 3

Connection to a server

Enter "expressvpn connect LOCATION" to connect to a global server location. You are now using a different IP address with a secure connection.

Watch our video for the full instructions

Read the step-by-step instructions on how to set up and use the ExpressVPN app for Linux. Prefer manual setup? Check out other options on the ExpressVPN Linux Setup page.

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Innovations to protect your privacy

With ExpressVPN’s AES-256 encryption, internet traffic from your Linux device is protected against snooping from your internet service provider and other third parties. Our innovative server technology is designed not to record your activity, so we can’t turn over your traffic data even if someone forced us do it.

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and harmful sites

ExpressVPN’s advanced protection features let you customize your online experience and take back control over what companies know about you. Block trackers and malicious sites with Threat Manager, hide intrusive display ads with an ad blocker, and protect your kids from explicit content.

Effective unblocking for app access

Depending on where you are, censorship and other restrictions can keep you from accessing websites, popular apps, and videos on your Linux device. ExpressVPN helps you break through these blocks, including those on school or office Wi-Fi networks.

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Auto-updates for streamlined protection

With our Linux app’s auto-update ability, you can be sure to get all the latest ExpressVPN security and feature updates without having to do a thing.

Use the ExpressVPN browser extension for a GUI

Rather than your Linux Terminal, you can also control the ExpressVPN app for Linux via a graphical user interface (GUI) with the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.

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Download VPN for your Linux distros

ExpressVPN provides support for 64-bit and 32-bit versions of:

Ubuntu
Debian
Fedora
Raspberry Pi OS (formerly Raspbian) (32-bit only)
Linux Mint
Arch

Don’t see your Linux distro? ExpressVPN also offers setup instructions for Kali, Zorin OS, Pop!_OS, and other OSes.

Gaming on Linux with a VPN

ExpressVPN is the best VPN for gaming online on Linux, giving you greater anonymity while protecting you from DDoS (distributed denial of service) attacks. A VPN can also lower ping times between gaming servers by connecting you to locations closer to the network hosts.

ExpressVPN works with Steam Deck, a handheld gaming console released in early 2022. The console runs a custom Linux distribution called SteamOS, which is based on Arch Linux. To use ExpressVPN on a Steam Deck, simply download the Linux app (or Windows app, if you are using Windows) onto your device.

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Why choose ExpressVPN?

Optimized for speed

ExpressVPN constantly optimizes servers to deliver the fastest speeds possible.

More VPN locations

Choose from VPN server locations across 105 countries, including the UK, U.S., Canada, and Australia.

TrustedServer technology

Audited to confirm privacy protections, TrustedServer sets a new standard for security.

Superior connection reliability

Enjoy industry-leading connection stability and reliability, no matter where you are in the world.

Increase your anonymity

Replace your IP and location to prevent tracking of browsing activity and metadata.

Get set up right away

Connecting to ExpressVPN is quick and easy. Just sign up, download, and connect!

Content from anywhere

Access all the apps and services you need to work, stream, and play.

Defeat ISP throttling

ExpressVPN lets you bypass ISP throttling and say goodbye to buffering.

Live chat support

Contact Support around the clock if you have questions about ExpressVPN on any device.

Independently audited

Third-party assessments verify our security claims through rigorous testing of our apps and systems.

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