UK-based ExpressVPN has launched its first Linux application featuring a graphical user interface (GUI), aiming to improve privacy and security for Linux users.
ExpressVPN is a virtual private network (VPN) service that provides users with a secure and private internet connection. It encrypts users’ internet traffic and masks their IP addresses, helping to protect their online activities from surveillance and tracking. ExpressVPN is often used for bypassing geo-restrictions, ensuring privacy on public Wi-Fi, and maintaining anonymity while browsing the internet.
The new app offers an upgraded, intuitive interface designed for the growing Linux community. It includes advanced features like split tunneling, a customizable kill switch, and post-quantum encryption with Lightway, providing a comprehensive security solution.
“We recognized that the rapidly growing Linux community needed a powerful and intuitive VPN experience. With our new Linux GUI app, we provide advanced features and the ease of use that ExpressVPN is known for”, said Himmat Bains, Head of Desktop Apps at ExpressVPN.
The application features a sleek design available in light and dark modes, supporting various Linux distributions and 17 languages to reach a global audience. Key features include an advanced kill switch, enhanced split tunneling, and one-click live chat support within the app.
For users who prefer command-line interaction, the app maintains full support with upgrades to the command-line interface (CLI). The CLI now includes features like split tunneling and app state monitoring for those seeking further customization.
Bains emphasized that user feedback drives their innovations, stating, “Our major Linux enhancements reinforce our mission of making robust privacy protection accessible to everyone.”
The new ExpressVPN Linux application is available for download on the company’s website and is compatible with 64-bit versions of Ubuntu 24.04+ (LTS), Debian 10, Fedora 30, Raspberry Pi OS Buster, Mint 20, and Arch. It is currently in beta, focusing on the needs of privacy-conscious Linux users.
