The leading VPN company, ExpressVPN, has just released its biggest update ever to its Linux app and promised to deliver a user-centric experience with ease of use and improved security at the core.
ExpressVPN’s new Linux application finally introduces the highly requested graphic user interface (GUI), which means users will be able to interact with the same user-friendly interface used across other platforms. The upgrade also includes some new features such as an advanced kill -switch, shared tunneling and more.
The new Linux VPN app is currently available for beta -testing and is compatible with Ubuntu 24.04+, Debian10, Fedora30, Raspberry Pi Os Buster, Mint 20 and Arch. If you want to continue using the Command-Line Interface (CLI) app, you can still take advantage of the upgraded version and its new advanced features.
More adaptation and security with an intuitive interface
ExpressVPN is one of the best VPN providers in the market known for its function-filled and user-friendly applications. The upgrade then comes as a response to the popularity of Linux products and the need for high quality VPN solutions.
“We acknowledged that the fast -growing Linux community needed a strong and intuitive VPN experience and came to work immediately,” said Himmat Bains, ExpressVPN manager for desktop apps.
This is where the new GUI comes in. The improved interface available in light and dark conditions across 17 languages allows users to take control of their digital lives with just a few clicks.
As Bains point out, Gui is only one part of the upgrade. He said: “The new app integrates a number of advanced features that allow users to tailor their digital security experience – for more control and privacy while taking advantage of the ease of use that ExpressVPN is known for.”
In fact, for the first time, Linux users can also take advantage of a shared tunneling feature to select specific apps or IPs to be directed through VPN or bypass it. An advanced Drill Switch setting (here called Network Lock) also allows them to prevent Internet access at all times unless VPN is connected.
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Other security features that come with the new ExpressVPNS Linux app also include post quantum encryption along with some advanced protective features to block intrusive ads, web trackers, malicious websites and adult content.
As with other platforms, the Linux app is also supplied with a selection of VPN protocol settings that include OpenVPN and ExpressVPN’s very own Lightway. Users will also be able to choose across servers in 105 countries around the world.
As mentioned earlier, ExpressVPN will also continue to support CLI users and expand many of the same upgrades to its Linux Cli new version as well. The provider suggests uninstalling your existing ExpressVPN Linux app (V3 and Older) before installing the new Linux app (V4) to avoid problems.
ExpressVPN’s new Linux app is now available for download in Beta from the ExpressVPN site.
All in all, Bains said, “At ExpressVPN, our users have always been the driving force behind our innovations. Our great Linux improvements are just one example and strengthen our mission to make robust privacy protection available to everyone.”
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