ExpressVPN 12.105.0.48 for Windows

ExpressVPN 12.105.0.48 for Windows is the desktop app of the ExpressVPN virtual private network service, and you can download it from the official expressvpn.com website. The Windows app requires Windows 10 or above, and there is a separate ARM64 build for Windows 11 on ARM.

Overview

ExpressVPN is a VPN provider owned by Kape Technologies. Like any VPN, it sends your internet traffic through an encrypted tunnel to one of its servers, so the network you are connected to cannot read your traffic and websites see the server's address rather than yours. The Windows app is designed around a large connect button and a location list, which makes it approachable for people who have never configured a network setting. It fits remote workers who use public Wi-Fi, travellers who want the internet to look the way it does at home, and anyone who prefers that their internet provider does not see which sites they visit. The same subscription covers apps for macOS, Android, iOS, Linux and even supported routers, so a household can protect several devices under one account. It is a paid service, which for many users is part of the appeal: the business model is the subscription, not advertising.

App details

Compatibility

According to ExpressVPN's compatibility article, the Windows app needs Windows 10 or above. Users on Windows 11 on ARM64 should download the ARM64 version, and PCs with Windows 8.1 or below are directed to other options described on the same page.

Installing ExpressVPN on Windows

1. Sign in on expressvpn.com and open the VPN download page.
2. Download the Windows app and run the installer.
3. Enter the activation code shown in your account.
4. Pick a location, or use the suggested one, and click Connect.

Security notes

Download the app only from expressvpn.com. "Free ExpressVPN" cracks and shared accounts sold online are a real risk: the whole point of a VPN is trusting whoever runs the software. Enable the option that blocks internet traffic if the VPN drops, if you want no unprotected moments, and keep the app updated.

Price

The app is free to download, but the service requires a paid subscription. Check the official site for current plans and any money-back terms.

Pros and cons

• Pro: simple interface for beginners.
• Pro: one subscription covers many device types.
• Con: no free plan for regular use.
• Con: older Windows versions are not supported by the current app.

Alternatives

NordVPN, Proton VPN, Surfshark, CyberGhost VPN and Windscribe VPN are VPN services for Windows in the same security category.