ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN

Owned by Kape Technologies (since 2021)

Overview

ExpressVPN is a virtual private network (VPN) service that was founded in 2009. It is designed to provide users with online privacy and security by encrypting their internet traffic and masking their IP address. Over the years, it has grown to become one of the most well-known and widely used VPN providers globally, offering a range of applications for various devices and operating systems.   Since September 2021, ExpressVPN has been a part of Kape Technologies PLC, a company that focuses on digital privacy and security. Despite this acquisition, ExpressVPN has stated its intention to operate as a separate service. It continues to be recognized in the VPN market for its emphasis on speed, reliability, and a wide network of servers across numerous countries

VPN Scorecard

Privacy

4.2/5

Technical

4.0/5

Security

4.8/5

Value

2.3/5

Streaming

5.0/5

Overall Score

Based on our comprehensive testing

4.1/5

Key Features

Server Network

Server Count
3,000
Countries
94
Server Ownership
Rented

Connection Features

Multi-hop
No
P2P Support
Yes
Obfuscation
Yes

Device Support

Windows
Yes
macOS
Yes
Linux
Yes
iOS
Yes
Android
Yes

Security

Encryption
AES-256
OpenVPN Support
Yes
WireGuard Support
No
Kill Switch
Yes

Speed Performance

Speed Rating5.0/5

Based on aggregated speed tests from multiple review sources

Privacy & Logging

Jurisdiction

Based inBritish Virgin Islands
Jurisdiction Risk
low
Data Retention Laws
No

Logging Policy

No-Logs Policy
Yes
Independent Audit
Yes
Warrant Canary
No

Payment Privacy

Credit Card
Supported
PayPal
Supported
Cryptocurrency
Supported
PGP Key Available
Yes
WebRTC Leak Protection
Yes
IP Leak Protection
Yes

Security Features

Encryption

Encryption StandardAES-256
Handshake ProtocolRSA-4096
RAM-only Serversfull

Protocols

OpenVPN
Supported
WireGuard
Not Supported
IKEv2
Supported
L2TP/IPSec
Not Supported

Security Features

Kill Switch
Yes
Split Tunneling
Yes
Multi-hop
No
DNS Leak Protection
Yes
Perfect Forward Secrecy
Yes

Advanced Features

Ad Blocker
Yes
Dedicated IP
Yes
Tor over VPN
No
Shadowsocks Support
No
Stealth Mode
Yes

Pricing

Monthly Price$12.95
Yearly Price$99.95/mo
2-Year Price$139.72/mo

Free Trial

Not available

Money-Back Guarantee

30 days

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