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Refer a Friend Now2024 October 29
version 11.74.0
- We’ve tightened up a few lines of code to ensure the app is in top form when you need it.
2024 October 28
version 11.72.0
- After the app’s weekly pitstop, it’s running better than ever. Boot it up and check it out for yourself!
2024 October 27
version 11.71.0
- Our engineers have weeded out some minor bugs to enrich your VPN experience.
2024 October 17
version 11.69.0
- Just a minor fix here and there to improve your app experience.
2024 October 4
version 11.68.0
- The landlord’s ordered a mass eviction of bugs. We’ve squashed several to help make your app run smoother.
2024 September 26
version 11.67.0
- Just like your car, a VPN needs a good service now and then. We’ve tuned it up and it’s now running better than ever.
2024 September 23
version 11.66.0
- We’ve blown away some dust and cobwebs to keep the app running smoother than ever for you.
2024 September 12
version 11.65.0
- The folks down in engineering have been working hard! The results? Improved reliability thanks to minor changes to our server infrastructure.
2024 September 5
version 11.64.0
- Our engineers have been tinkering away with bug fixes and performance enhancements to give you a smoother VPN experience.
2024 August 29
version 11.63.0
- Your security is our priority—that’s why we’ve strengthened our encryption protocols and code. Enjoy the added security.
2024 August 26
version 11.62.0
- Eureka! Our genius engineers, fueled by coffee and frozen bagels, have made the app more efficient than ever.
2024 August 20
version 11.61.0
- Just adjusting the sails and making sure the app runs smoothly.
2024 August 9
version 11.60.0
In this release, we’ve:
- Added a brand-new quick reconnect button to the VPN tab.
- Fixed a pesky bug only affecting some older versions of Android where the button to choose a VPN server location was unavailable.
2024 August 1
version 11.58.0
- Our tech wizards have waved their magic wands! Enjoy enhanced app stability and performance.
2024 July 29
version 11.57.0
- We made some small tweaks and fixes to keep your app experience top-notch.
2024 July 17
version 11.56.1
- We’ve souped up the app to keep it running better than ever. Go take it for a spin!
2024 July 11
version 11.56.0
- The engine room’s been busy! Expect better performance from the app.
2024 July 4
version 11.55.0
- A little fix here, and a little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2024 June 27
version 11.54.0
- Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.
2024 June 19
version 11.53.0
- Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
2024 June 14
version 11.52.0
- We’ve done a few nips and tucks to keep our app in top form for you.
2024 June 4
version 11.50.0
- We’ve implemented a few minor tweaks in the app that are too small to notice.
2024 May 30
version 11.49.0
- Operation bug squash! All’s well with the app again.
2024 May 23
version 11.48.0
- Minor improvements have been rolled out to enhance your experience.
2024 May 16
version 11.47.0
- We’ve rolled out some refinements under the hood to give you a smoother experience.
2024 May 9
version 11.46.0
- Check us out! We’ve made some improvements to our app to improve your user experience.
2024 May 3
version 11.45.0
- Your VPN experience has just leveled up thanks to a few improvements and tweaks.
2024 May 2
version 11.44.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2024 April 25
version 11.43.0
- Just a few minor fixes to keep the app in good working order for you.
2024 April 18
version 11.42.0
- A little fix here, and a little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2024 April 12
version 11.41.0
- Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.
2024 April 9
version 11.40.0
- Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
2024 March 28
version 11.39.0
- Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes, and so do app icons! We added support for Adaptive Icons, so the ExpressVPN app icon will now adapt to your device, theme, or launcher.
2024 March 21
version 11.38.0
- We’ve fixed a bug that was causing the Android TV app to occasionally crash when on the app home screen.
2024 March 14
version 11.37.0
- We’ve implemented a few minor tweaks in the app that are too small to notice.
2024 March 7
version 11.36.0
- We spruced up our internal engines; the app is running better than it was.
2024 March 6
version 11.35.0
- Minor improvements have been rolled out to enhance your experience.
2024 March 2
version 11.34.0
- We’ve rolled out some refinements under the hood to give you a smoother experience.
2024 March 1
version 11.33.0
- Check us out! We’ve made some improvements to our app to improve your user experience.
2024 February 29
version 11.32.0
- In this release, we’ve fixed an issue where your VPN location might unexpectedly revert to Smart Location.
2024 February 26
version 11.31.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2024 February 15
version 11.29.0
- A little fix here, and little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2024 February 8
version 11.28.0
- Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.
2024 February 1
version 11.27.0
- Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
2024 January 29
version 11.26.0
- We’ve done a few nips and tucks to keep our app in top form for you.
2024 January 25
version 11.25.0
ExpressVPN App
- Introducing Lightway’s new Dynamic MTU feature, which automatically adapts to your VPN connection’s path MTU. This ensures a seamless connection over varied network environments.
- We’ve improved the legibility of some elements in dark mode.
ExpressVPN App for Android TV
- We’ve added a favorites option: You can now bookmark your preferred server locations for easy access!
2024 January 18
version 11.24.0
- We’ve implemented a few minor tweaks in the app that are too small to notice.
2024 January 15
version 11.23.0
- We polished our internal engines; the app is running better than it was.
2024 January 11
version 11.22.0
In this release, we’ve given the Android TV version of the ExpressVPN app a little spruce-up:
- We’ve added app shortcuts so you can enjoy one-click access to all your favorite apps and websites.
- Get connected in a snap! You can now search for a VPN server location by country or city name.
2023 December 15
version 11.21.1
- We’ve implemented additional security measures to strengthen ExpressVPN Keys against the AutoSpill vulnerability.
2023 December 14
version 11.21.0
The darkness is back! And this time, it’s come to phones and tablets.
Dark Mode is now available on the ExpressVPN app for Android phones and tablets.
Embrace the darkness by updating today!
2023 December 7
version 11.20.0
- We’ve leveled up your ExpressVPN Keys experience! In this release, we improved the reliability of Autofill across various apps.
2023 December 5
version 11.19.1
- Your VPN experience just got better, thanks to a few improvements and tweaks.
2023 November 30
version 11.19.0
- We’ve fixed a pesky little bug that was preventing you from interacting with recently-opened web pages.
2023 November 16
version 11.18.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2023 November 9
version 11.17.0
- Hello darkness, your NEW friend! That’s right. Dark Mode has come to the ExpressVPN app for Android TV.Embrace the darkness by updating today!
2023 November 2
version 11.16.0
- A little fix here, and little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2023 October 26
version 11.15.0
- Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.
2023 October 19
version 11.14.0
- Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
2023 October 12
version 11.13.0
In this update, we’ve added a whole suite of new advanced protection features!
These include:
- Ad blocker: filter out most display ads and stop them from loading and appearing on your browser.
- Parental controls: have more control over you and your family’s digital well-being with our new adult-site blocker.
These new features will roll out gradually to all users.
2023 October 6
version 11.12.1
- A little polish to our engine always helps to make your app run smoother.
2023 September 28
version 11.11.0
- In this release, we’ve made it easier to set up the Android TV version of the ExpressVPN app. The first button on any screen is now selected by default.
2023 September 21
version 11.10.0
In this release, we’ve made some fixes and improvements to the Android TV version of the ExpressVPN app, including:
- Making it clearer for you to see which buttons you’ve selected on the app.
- Adjusting the size of the virtual keyboard to prevent it from covering the email field during the sign-up process.
2023 September 14
version 11.9.0
- We’ve added post-quantum support to Lightway. Enjoy an enhanced connection experience and protection from attackers with access to powerful quantum computers.
2023 September 7
version 11.8.0
- We’ve rolled out some refinements under the hood to give you a smoother experience.
2023 August 31
version 11.7.0
- We’ve just added DTLS 1.3 support to Lightway. This means you’ll get a faster and more secure connection experience.
2023 August 23
version 11.6.0
- We’re excited to roll out Threat Manager for Android users – a new feature that prevents apps and websites from communicating with trackers or other malicious third parties without your knowledge. This feature adds an extra layer of privacy to your device; turn it on in your app settings!
2023 August 10
version 11.5.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2023 August 3
version 11.4.0
- We trimmed the hedges and pruned the begonias, and now all is right again in your ExpressVPN garden.
2023 July 27
version 11.3.0
- A little fix here, and little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2023 July 20
version 11.2.0
- Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.
2023 July 13
version 11.1.0
- Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
2023 July 6
version 11.0.0
- We’ve done a few nips and tucks to keep our app in top form for you.
2023 June 29
version 10.98.0
- We’ve fixed a bug on ExpressVPN Keys where you were unable to use the “Zoom” feature after toggling between different tabs.
2023 June 22
version 10.97.0
- Your VPN experience has just leveled up thanks to a few improvements and tweaks.
2023 June 15
version 10.96.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2023 June 8
version 10.95.0
- We trimmed the hedges and pruned the begonias, and now all is right again in your ExpressVPN garden.
2023 June 1
version 10.94.0
- A little fix here, and little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2023 May 25
version 10.93.0
- Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.
2023 May 18
version 10.92.0
- Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
2023 May 11
version 10.91.0
- We’ve done a few nips and tucks to keep our app in top form for you.
2023 May 4
version 10.90.0
- A little polish to our engine always helps to make your app run smoother.
2023 April 27
version 10.89.0
- In the release, we fixed a bug that prevented you from receiving notifications from other apps while you were connected to the VPN.
2023 April 20
version 10.88.0
ExpressVPN Keys is a new, full-featured password manager built right into the app! Store unlimited passwords, notes, and credit card details on unlimited devices securely—zero-knowledge encryption ensures only you can access them.
Note: Keys is being rolled out gradually and may not be available to you immediately.
In the release, we also fixed a bug that prevented you from receiving notifications from other apps while you were connected to the VPN.
2023 April 13
version 10.87.0
- A few minor bug fixes to improve your experience with the app.
2023 April 13
version 10.86.0
- We’ve polished a few rough edges to keep everything running smoothly for you.
2023 April 6
version 10.85.0
ExpressVPN App
- Check us out! We’ve made some improvements to our app to improve your user experience.
ExpressVPN Keys
We’ve added several new features for you, including:
- Support for credit cards. You can now save your credit card details, as well as edit, view, and search for any credit cards you’ve added to ExpressVPN Keys.
- Support for secure notes. You can now add, edit, view, and search for secure notes.
- The ability for you to filter by logins, secure notes, and credit cards.
2023 March 30
version 10.84.0
ExpressVPN App
- Your VPN experience has just leveled up thanks to a few improvements and tweaks.
ExpressVPN Keys
- You can now see if any of your passwords have been exposed in a data breach. If any of your passwords have been exposed, we urge you to change your passwords immediately to protect your accounts and prevent hackers from gaining access.
2023 March 23
version 10.83.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2023 March 16
version 10.82.0
In this release, we:
- Fixed a memory leak that would occur when you disconnected from the VPN
- Fixed a broken “Learn more” link in the Threat Manager settings menu that stubbornly refused to let you tap it to learn more about Threat Manager.
2023 March 9
version 10.81.0
- A few minor fixes here and there to keep your app running silky smooth.
2023 March 2
version 10.80.0
- We fixed a crash that happens under rare circumstances when launching the application for the first time.
2023 February 23
version 10.79.0
- We’ve oiled a few of the app’s creaky joints to ensure everything is running smoothly for you.
2023 February 16
version 10.78.0
- We improved connectivity in some countries.
2023 February 9
version 10.76.0
- Tightened up some nuts and bolts, nothing to worry about.
2023 February 2
version 10.74.0
- We improved connectivity in some countries.
2023 January 19
version 10.72.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes to keep your app looking sharp.
2023 January 12
version 10.71.0
- Our engineers keep tweaking and tinkering behind the scenes, so you always get the best app we can deliver.
2023 January 5
version 10.70.0
- Just some spit-and-polish to keep your app looking sharp.
2022 December 29
version 10.69.0
In this release, we:
- Fixed a bug that may have caused the app to crash while you were browsing “VPN Locations.”
- Resolved an issue where the app might’ve crashed while you were enabling app permissions the first time.
2022 December 22
version 10.68.0
- We made some small adjustments that should keep your app tip-top.
2022 December 15
version 10.67.0
In this release, we:
- Fixed a bug that may have caused the app to crash if you tapped “Recent location.”
- Implemented a few security improvements.
2022 December 8
version 10.66.0
ExpressVPN App
- We resolved an issue where your app might’ve crashed while loading your favorite locations.
ExpressVPN Keys
With this release, you can now:
- Export your ExpressVPN Keys data.
- Autofill one-time passwords received via SMS
2022 December 2
version 10.65.2
- We fixed a bug where you may have seen the welcome screen if you tapped the back button, even though you’re logged in.
2022 November 24
version 10.64.1
- We fixed a bug where you may have seen the welcome screen if you tapped the back button, even though you’re logged in.
2022 November 11
version 10.63.2
ExpressVPN App
- We’ve cleaned out the gutters and pulled up some weeds to keep our app in top form for you.
ExpressVPN Keys
- You can now enter your email to check if it has appeared in any data breaches.
2022 November 4
version 10.62.0
ExpressVPN App
- Improved connectivity for some countries.
ExpressVPN Keys
In this release, you can now:
- Import your Chrome/Brave/Vivaldi logins right from the app.
- Generate new passwords from the + menu in case you don’t need to create a full login for that password.
2022 October 27
version 10.61.0
- This app version marks the launch of Parallel Connections on Android, which improves how quickly the app gets connected to the VPN, especially on networks that apply some traffic restrictions. Get connected in under 2 seconds!
2022 October 20
version 10.60.0
ExpressVPN App
- A little fix here, and little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
ExpressVPN Keys
As of this release, you can now:
- Customize the auto-lock timer.
- Resend the device verification email if you didn’t receive it the first time.
- Download a PDF containing your recovery code.
- Use the new wizard to add logins more easily.
- See icons for popular sites and services.
2022 October 13
version 10.59.0
- A little code hygiene never hurts.
2022 October 7
version 10.58.1
ExpressVPN App
- We improved connectivity for some countries.
ExpressVPN Keys
- You can now check the health of your passwords with the new Password Health feature! Discover if your passwords are strong, weak, or reused, and more.
2022 September 29
version 10.57.1
In this release, we:
- Improved connectivity for some countries.
- Centered the ExpressVPN logo on the welcome screen, to our designers’ relief.
2022 September 22
version 10.56.0
- A little code hygiene never hurts.
2022 September 15
version 10.55.0
We fixed a couple of bugs that may have:
- Made the app unresponsive.
- Caused the location shortcuts to appear untranslated for the selected language.
Additionally, for Android 13 users, you can now set the language option for the app to be different from the language option on your device.
2022 September 8
version 10.54.0
- Our engineers keep tweaking and tinkering behind the scenes, so you always get the best app we can deliver.
2022 September 2
version 10.53.0
- We made some minor security enhancements, so we recommend that you update to the latest app version.
2022 August 29
version 10.52.0
ExpressVPN App
In this release, we:
- fixed a rare bug that may have caused you to see the message “ExpressVPN isn’t responding” when opening the app.
- improved connectivity for some countries.
ExpressVPN Keys
- Any passwords you copy are now cleared after 90 seconds for added password security.
2022 August 18
version 10.50.0
ExpressVPN App
- We made some small adjustments that should keep your app tip-top.
ExpressVPN Keys
- Help has arrived! We’ve added new support articles dedicated to ExpressVPN Keys in the Help tab.
- You can now differentiate between letters, numbers, and symbols when viewing your passwords.
2022 August 11
version 10.49.0
ExpressVPN App
- Spritzed up, feeling fresh.
ExpressVPN Keys
As of this release, you can now:
- Save short notes with each of your logins.
- Reset your recovery code.
2022 August 4
version 10.48.0
ExpressVPN App
- Oops! We’ve added back acknowledgements for the family of fonts used in the app.
ExpressVPN Keys
- Forgot your primary password? You can now regain access to your ExpressVPN Keys account by using your recovery code and setting a new primary password.
2022 July 28
version 10.47.1
ExpressVPN App
- Just some spit-and-polish to keep your app looking sharp.
ExpressVPN Keys
In this release, we:
- Introduced a security feature that will lock ExpressVPN Keys when your primary password has been changed on another device.
- Added the ability for you to change your primary password in the options menu.
2022 July 21
version 10.46.1
- Tightened up some nuts and bolts, nothing to worry about.
2022 July 14
version 10.45.0
ExpressVPN App
- Minor updates were implemented to improve your experience.
ExpressVPN Keys
We’ve got a few new features for you in this release:
- Introducing the new advanced password generator! It can generate passwords to match the character requirements of a website including number of characters, numbers, symbols, and capital letters.
- Forgetting something? You’ll now receive a warning message when exiting the add/edit screen without saving your changes.
2022 July 7
version 10.44.0
- We’ve done a few nips and tucks to keep our app in top form for you.
2022 June 30
version 10.43.0
- We’ve implemented a few minor tweaks in the app that are too small to notice.
2022 June 22
version 10.42.0
- We trimmed the hedges and pruned the begonias, and now all is right again in your ExpressVPN garden.
2022 June 21
version 10.41.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2022 June 16
version 10.40.0
- We’ve put some refinements under the hood to give you a smoother experience.
2022 June 9
version 10.39.0
- A little fix here, and a little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2022 June 2
version 10.38.0
ExpressVPN App
- Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.
ExpressVPN Keys
- When you log into a site, ExpressVPN Keys will now suggest other saved logins for any other associated domains.
2022 May 26
version 10.37.0
- A little polish to our engine always helps to make your app run smoother.
2022 May 20
version 10.36.0
- Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
2022 May 12
version 10.35.0
- Minor improvements have been rolled out to enhance your experience.
2022 May 5
version 10.34.0
- We spruced up our internal engines; the app is running better than it was.
2022 April 28
version 10.33.0
ExpressVPN App
Our engineers were on a roll for this release! They solved multiple bugs that may have caused your app to crash in several situations, including when you were:
- Signing in to the app
- Connecting to the VPN, and
- Opening the Settings menu on some Samsung devices
They’ve also updated our diagnostics to make a note if the app disconnected because of a server shutdown.
ExpressVPN Keys
This update is all about Autofill!
- You can now see all your logins when in Autofill.
- You can also create new logins from within Autofill.
- We’ve improved the reliability of Autofill across various apps.
2022 April 21
version 10.32.0
ExpressVPN App
- Polished off a couple rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.
ExpressVPN Keys
- More apps now support ExpressVPN Key’s Autofill!
- We’ve added a guide to help you learn how to enable Autofill.
2022 April 13
version 10.31.0
- A little fix here, and little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.
2022 April 7
version 10.30.1
- We’ve done a few nips and tucks to keep our app in top form for you.
2022 March 31
version 10.29.0
- We trimmed the hedges and pruned the begonias, and now all is right again in your ExpressVPN garden.
2022 March 25
version 10.28.0
ExpressVPN App
- Several performance and security issues have been implemented for improved reliability.
ExpressVPN Keys
- Is this the domain you’re looking for? You’ll now get an alert message when trying to fill a login on a different domain.
- Success! You’ll now receive a success message when adding new items.
2022 March 17
version 10.27.0
- We’ve made improvements to enhance the user experience.
2022 March 11
version 10.26.0
- Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.
2022 March 2
version 10.24.0
- We doubled down to squash a rare bug that might happen when being connected to the VPN.
2022 February 17
version 10.23.0
- We’ve rolled out several small refinements under the hood to improve our app for you.
2022 February 3
version 10.22.0
- We deployed a bug fix to ensure that your disconnections are properly cleaned up every time.
2022 January 20
version 10.21.0
- Some internal operations were reorganized as part of our housekeeping to keep the app running smoothly for you.
2022 January 6
version 10.20.0
- It’s the first Android update for 2022! We’ve made some minor improvements so that your app is off to a great start for the year.
2021 December 30
version 10.19.0
- 2021 is drawing to a close, but we’ve managed to squeeze in one last round of bug fixes to improve your app experience.
2021 December 24
version 10.18.1
- There was a minor bug we discovered that caused the app to crash for some users. We’ve squashed it, and we’ll do the same to any others that come along, too!
2021 December 10
version 10.17.1
- There was a bug where the app was showing an incorrect screen to some users who were interested in starting a 7-day trial with us. It’s fixed now! Start your trial from the Google Play store today!
2021 November 25
version 10.16.0
- From today, you’ll notice that app navigation is now in the form of tabs at the bottom of the screen. Our designers have set it up this way to make navigation easier for you.
2021 November 15
version 10.15.1
- You can now purchase any of our subscription plans through the Google Play store!
2021 November 12
version 10.15.0
- We’ve fixed a number of bugs in this release, including one involving the Protection Summary feature, which caused the app to crash for our users when Protection Summary was toggled on or off.
2021 November 2
version 10.14.1
- Fixed an issue that prevented the VPN from reconnecting after a device reboot until the screen was unlocked.
2021 October 29
version 10.14.0
- We’ve rolled out a few small improvements for better app stability and performance.
2021 October 25
version 10.13.1
- Fixed a bug that caused the app to crash if the user signed in with a Google account with an expired payment method.
2021 October 15
version 10.13.0
- This version marks the debut of Security Assistant! We’ve compiled guidelines on protecting your devices, guarding your privacy, and securing your various online accounts through this feature.We also sorted out a couple of small bugs together in this release, one of which caused crashes when people tried to access the tools under Privacy & Security. You should be able to access the tools as usual now.
2021 October 1
version 10.12.0
- We implemented minor improvements to make our app better for you.
2021 September 22
version 10.11.1
- Improved app stability and performance.
2021 September 17
version 10.11.0
- Improved app stability and performance.
2021 September 1
version 10.10.0
- Improved app stability and performance.
- Remove “preview” from Lightway’s name in languages other than English.
2021 August 24
version 10.9.0
- Improved connection reliability when using Lightway.
- Improved app stability and performance.
2021 August 10
version 10.8.0
- Improvements in app stability and performance.
2021 July 27
version 10.7.0
- Improvements in app stability and performance.
2021 July 13
version 10.6.0
- Improved connectivity for some countries.
- Improvements in app stability and performance.
- For Chromebook: Fixed internet browsing issues that occurred after a device reboot.
2021 June 28
version 10.5.0
- Improved connectivity for some countries.
2021 June 14
version 10.4.0
- Improved connectivity for some countries.
- Updated the app icon that shows on Android TV.
- Fixed a minor UI bug on the app’s home screen.
2021 June 2
version 10.3.1
- Improved connection reliability when using Lightway.
- Introducing Protection Summary, which displays how long you were connected to the VPN and your new IP address on the home screen.
- Improved reconnection experience.
- Updated OpenSSL to version 1.1.1k.
2021 May 7
version 10.3.0
- Introducing Protection Summary, which displays how long you were connected to the VPN and your new IP address on the home screen, to all users.
- Improved reconnection experience.
- Updated OpenSSL to version 1.1.1k.
2021 April 9
version 10.2.2
- Performance improvements.
2021 March 30
version 10.2.1
Security fix related to an upstream bug (CVE-2021-3336) in wolfSSL that affected only Lightway – TCP, a protocol currently in preview. We blocked Lightway – TCP on our servers for all affected versions on March 18, and this update fixes the bug and restores connectivity for Lightway – TCP. We found the bug through our routine internal security audits, and we have no evidence that it was ever exploited.
2021 March 12
version 10.2.0
- Improvements in app stability and performance.
2021 January 18
version 10.0.0
- Introducing ExpressVPN’s new app design.
2020 December 29
version 9.3.1
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.
2020 December 3
version 9.2.2
Introducing Protection Summary, which shows a weekly overview of how long you were protected by the VPN and your new IP address when you are connected to the VPN.
2020 October 28
version 9.1.0
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.
2020 October 9
version 9.0.40
- Improved connectivity and stability, and bug fixes.
2020 September 21
version 9.0.20
- Simpler way to set up additional devices.
- Improved connectivity in some countries.
- Improved stability and bug fixes.
2020 August 26
version 9.0.7
Introducing Lightway (beta), ExpressVPN’s next-generation VPN protocol that delivers a faster, more secure, and more reliable VPN experience.
Go to Settings > VPN Protocol to enable Lightway.
2020 Aug 21
version 8.3.2
- Improved connectivity in some countries.
2020 Aug 11
version 8.3.0
- Bug fixes.
2020 July 30
version 8.2.3
- Improved connectivity in some countries.
2020 July 7
version 8.2.1
- Added troubleshooting steps for resolving unexpected disconnection issues.
2020 June 4
version 8.1.0
- Localized VPN locations.
- Minor content fixes.
2020 May 11
version 8.0.1
- Bug fixes.
2020 May 6
version 8.0.0
- In-app help articles are now available in 16 additional languages.
- Fixed an issue where some apps could not be selected as a shortcut or for split tunneling.
- Bug fixes.
2020 April 28
version 7.13.0
- Bug fixes.
2020 April 21
version 7.12.1
- Bug fixes.
2020 April 8
version 7.12.0
- Bug fixes.
2020 March 26
version 7.11.0
- App now available in five more languages: Danish, Thai, Finnish, Turkish, and Indonesian.
- Improved the app’s reconnection speed to the VPN.
- Updated app interface.
- Bug fixes.
2020 March 5
version 7.9.9
- Improved connectivity in some countries.
2020 February 24
version 7.9.8
- Improved connectivity in some countries.
- Updated app interface.
- Bug fixes.
2020 February 7
version 7.9.3
- Bug fixes.
- Updated app interface.
2020 January 22
version 7.9.2
- App interface updates.
2019 December 12
version 7.9.0
- New feature: In-app help.
- New Privacy & Security tools menu.
2019 December 6
version 7.8.3
- Improved connectivity in some countries.
2019 November 12
version 7.8.1
- Bug fixes.
2019 November 5
version 7.8.0
- Quickly connect from the notification drawer or the home screen icon, with the new notification tiles and home screen quick actions.
- Improved activation reliability.
- Disabled auto-connect features on Sony TV.
2019 September 25
version 7.7.0
- Bug fixes.
2019 September 12
version 7.6.3
- Bug fixes.
2019 September 3
version 7.6.2
Fixed:
- Multiple crashes.
2019 August 28
version 7.6.1
New feature:
- Automatically disconnect when joining trusted networks.
2019 August 22
version 7.6.0
New feature:
- Automatically connect when joining untrusted networks.
Improvement:
- Notification icons.
2019 July 22
version 7.5.4
Fixed:
- App reconnecting unexpectedly when “Block connections without VPN” is enabled.
2019 June 28
version 7.5.3
- Bug fixes.
2019 June 14
version 7.5.2
- Bug fixes.
2019 June 14
version 7.5.1
- Bug fixes.
2019 June 4
version 7.5.0
Improvements:
- Activation & connection reliability in some countries.
2019 May 28
version 7.4.3
Fixed:
- Issue where VPN would reconnect unexpectedly when using ChromeOS 74 (Android 9).
2019 May 23
version 7.4.2
Fixed:
- Issue where Sony Bravia TVs would reboot if the VPN was connected before putting TV in standby mode.
- Issue where VPN would reconnect unexpectedly when using ChromeOS 74 (Android 7.1).
2019 May 17
version 7.4.1
Fixed:
- Issue where the app would not rotate on Amazon Fire tablets.
- Issue where the app would not reconnect after an app upgrade.
2019 April 30
version 7.4.0
New features:
- Added “network protection” feature that blocks internet traffic when the app is unable to connect or reconnect to the VPN (on by default and configurable in the Settings menu).
- Enabled access to local network devices, such as Chromecasts and printers, when connected to the VPN (on by default and configurable in the Settings menu).
Fixed:
- Various issues with the Android app on Chromebook.
- Issue where sign out would not complete.
2019 March 8
version 7.3.0
New features:
- Home screen widget.
- Split tunnelling.
Improvements:
- App UI colors now pass accessibility standards.
- Shortcuts menu moved into the Settings screen.
- “Automatic” protocol is now recommended in more places.
- Status bar icon now reflects the VPN connection status.
Fixed:
- Fixed cases where connection notifications would show a blank location name.
2019 February 4
version 7.2.4
- Improved wi-fi network handover.
- Simplified the in-app messages experience.
- Compatibility update for ChromeOS 72.
2019 January 9
version 7.2.3
- Added language support for: Dutch, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Swedish.
2018 December 24
version 7.2.2
- Bug fixes.
2018 December 20
version 7.2.1
- Improved connection progress indicator.
- Bug fixes.
2018 December 4
version 7.2.0
- Added quick-access shortcuts to your favorite apps and websites from the Connected screen.
- Fixed: auto-connect on device startup.
- Fixed: connecting to recent locations didn’t work in some cases.
- Fixed: multiple crashes.
2018 November 22
version 7.1.5
- Improved connection reliability.
- Restored compatibility with Android 5 devices.
- Restored compatibility with Chromebook.
- Bug fixes.
2018 November 1
version 7.1.4
- Brand new user interface.
- More stable and reliable connections.
2018 August 2
version 6.8.1
- Bug fixes.
2018 June 20
version 6.8.0
- Bug fixes.
2018 June 1
version 6.7.9
- Bug fixes.
2018 May 4
version 6.7.8
- Bug fixes.
2018 April 12
version 6.7.7
- Bug fixes.
2018 March 29
version 6.7.6
- Fixed an issue where an error message would be shown when paying with In App Purchases.
2018 March 27
version 6.7.5
- Bug fixes.
2018 January 23
version 6.7.2
- Improved reconnection logic.
2018 January 12
version 6.7.1
- Added TV compatibility (Android TV, Android TV boxes and Amazon Fire TV devices).
2017 November 23
version 6.6.0
- Improved first run experience fixes.
2017 October 25
version 6.5.10
- Bug fixes.
2017 October 10
version 6.5.5
- Bug fixes.
2017 September 26
version 6.5.4
- Bug fixes.
2017 September 20
version 6.5.3
- Bug fixes.
2017 September 13
version 6.5.2
- Added ability to change VPN location while connected.
- Bug fixes.
2017 September 4
version 6.5.1
- Implemented various usability improvements.
- Bug fixes.
2017 August 29
version 6.5
- Added VPN status notifications with actionable buttons.
- Bug fixes.
2017 May 26
version 6.4
- Improvements to Free Trial.
- Added a screen showcasing all ExpressVPN apps.
- Bug fixes.
2017 March 2
version 6.3
- Improved Smart Location.
2017 February 10
version 6.2
- Improved logic to connect to the VPN more reliably.
2016 December 2
version 6.1
- Improved Log In experience.
- Bug fixes.
2016 October 24
version 6.0
- Brand new design: tap the big On button to connect to your selected VPN location.
- Added Smart Location: Smart Location is designed to deliver reliable speeds based on where you are.
- Connection reliability improvements.
- Enabled landscape mode on tablets.
- Improved support for Android 7 Nougat.
- Initial support for split-screen feature on Android 7 Nougat.
2016 August 10
version 5.1
- Improved Log In experience.
- Bug fixes.
2016 May 31
version 5.0
- Redesigned app Menu, Settings & Help screens.
- Bug fixes.
2016 Apr 13
version 4.14
- Improved logic to connect to the VPN more reliably.
- Bug fixes.
2016 Mar 2
version 4.13
- Bug fixes.
2016 Feb 5
version 4.12
- Increased OpenVPN security settings. The app uses a 4096-bit CA identified using its SHA-256 hash to authenticate ExpressVPN servers. Connections only use TLSv1.2 with strong ciphers, and AES-256-CBC for encryption.
- Updated to OpenVPN version 2.3.10.
2016 Jan 28
version 4.11
- Improved Help content.
- Bug fixes.
2016 Jan 5
version 4.10
- Improved UI for Free Trial.
- Bug fixes.
2015 Dec 15
version 4.9
- Improved UI to contact Support.
- Bug fixes.
2015 Nov 25
version 4.8
- Improved UI for reflecting current connection status.
- App now shows important messages while it is connecting and after it is connected to the VPN.
2015 Oct 29
version 4.7
- Location Search: Quickly find and connect to a location by country or city name.
- Better location sorting: See recommended servers for optimized performance.
- One-tap connect: Tap the country of your choice to automatically connect to the best and fastest server.
- Favorites option: Bookmark your preferred servers for easy access.
- Updated design: Swipe between Recommended, Favorite, and All Locations.
- New logo: The revamped layout includes a modernized logo.