ExpressVPN kills legacy apps you have time until March 31 to update yours

Date:
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:08:19 +0000

Description:
ExpressVPN says older app versions will stop connecting after March 31, 2026, as part of a major security update. Check your version, update now, and stay protected.

FULL STORY ======================================================================ExpressV PN is rolling out major updates across all of its apps It includes
performance improvements and post-quantum protection Older versions of the
app will stop working after March 31

ExpressVPN has just set an important deadline for its users. No matter the platform, you have to update the app by March 31, 2026, or you will lose VPN protection.

This push to update comes as a result of ExpressVPN retiring older security certificates. This means that legacy apps will no longer be able to authenticate and connect to the VPN service.

ExpressVPN is one of the best VPN services out there, and these updates are necessary for users to stay protected. Fortunately, updating your app is
easy, no matter the platform.

If you have automatic updates enabled, this probably doesn't affect you but given the consequences of not running a VPN , you might want to verify that you're already running the latest version regardless. All legacy ExpressVPN apps will go offline at the end of March (Image credit: ExpressVPN)

In a blog post , ExpressVPN explained that it will retire older security certificates. Without a working certificate, your ExpressVPN app will no longer be able to connect to a VPN server.

This won't affect internet connectivity. You'll still be able to go online, but without the added protection of a VPN client. This means that your IP address will be visible to your internet service provider (ISP) and various websites and apps. It may also be more vulnerable to potential threats.

Most devices will need updates. Linux users will have to make the switch to the GUI-based client as part of this.

The update doesn't bring new features to users, but it does add an extra
layer of security by refreshing the older certificates with new, improved ones. The credentials now support ExpressVPN's latest post-quantum security features , setting it up for the future.

The change in certification follows some other recent upgrades, including a major Qt performance update , a boost to connection speeds , and a major mobile app redesign in May 2025 . How to update ExpressVPN or check your existing app version

The update is free across all ExpressVPN apps. To make sure you stay protected, you need to update to the latest version of your respective app,
as outlined below.

Platform

App Version

Release Date

Windows

12.103.0.22 or newer

June 2025

macOS

v11.70.90675 or newer

June 2025

iOS & iPad

v11.193.0 or newer

February 2025

Android (incl. FireOS, Chromebook, Android TV)

12.13.0 or newer

June 2025

Linux

4.0.1 or newer

March 2025

Aircove routers

v5.4.2 or newer

September 2025

Apple tvOS

12.11.0 or newer

July 2025

Windows ARM64

12.104.0.114 or newer

July 2025

Updating is easy. Many users may have automatic updates enabled. If you
don't, it should be as easy as simply clicking "Update" in the app when prompted, or going to the ExpressVPN website to download the latest version.

To check your app version, do the following: On Windows and Mac , run the app and click the menu icon (three lines) > open Help & Support > About
ExpressVPN Android and iOS users need to tap the Help tab, then go into About On Linux , type "expressvpn--version" in your Terminal If you use an Aircove router , log in to your dashboard, then go to Advanced Settings > Software update.

If you use a third-party router that runs on ExpressVPN firmware, itll get an automatic update, so you dont have to do anything.

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