VPN for router VPN for home router
- One connection, all devices
- Always-on protection
- Set up over Wi-Fi or Ethernet
- One connection, all devices
- Always-on protection
- Set up over Wi-Fi or Ethernet
30-day money-back guarantee
Why set up a home VPN router?
Protect your entire Wi-Fi network easily
The ExpressVPN app for routers secures all devices on your Wi-Fi or wired network
Install the app on any compatible router or buy a router preconfigured with ExpressVPN
With a single VPN router, you no longer need to install a separate VPN app on each device
Set up a VPN router in 3 easy steps
5 reasons to get a VPN router
1. Enjoy 24/7 VPN
Save time with always-on protection. With the ExpressVPN router app, you'll never have to remember to connect. Any device connected to Wi-Fi is protected, and our Network Lock kill switch ensures security even if your VPN connection drops.
2. Covers all devices
Phones, computers, even smart refrigerators and doorbells—any device that connects to your router reaps all the benefits of a VPN, even ones that can’t normally run VPN software. Securing all your devices is that easy.
3. Unlimited connections
Your VPN router counts as one out of the five devices that you can connect to ExpressVPN simultaneously on a single subscription, and there’s no limit to the number of devices connected to the VPN router!
4. Optimized for speed
The ExpressVPN router app runs Lightway, our next-generation VPN protocol that gives you a faster, more reliable, and more secure VPN experience.
5. Easy to use
Say goodbye to confusing settings—just click to connect. Want certain devices excluded from the VPN? No problem. Split tunneling gives you complete control.
Recommended VPN routers for home Wi-Fi networks
STANDARD
Netgear R7000
Wi-Fi 5
Connect 4-7 devices
Get from Amazon
You will need to install it yourself
FASTEST
ExpressVPN Aircove
Dual-band Wi-Fi 6
Connect dozens of devices
Get from Amazon
Preinstalled with ExpressVPN
Only available in the U.S.
BEST VALUE
Netgear R6400v2/R6700v3
Wi-Fi 5
Connect 4-7 devices
Get from Amazon
You will need to install it yourself
ExpressVPN Aircove: Our own VPN router
Exclusively developed by ExpressVPN, Aircove is the industry’s first Wi-Fi 6 router with built-in VPN protection by default. You'll enjoy ExpressVPN security right out of the box.
Setup guides for all supported routers
World-class support for VPN router setup
ExpressVPN makes it easy to set up a VPN router at home. If you ever run into trouble, you can contact ExpressVPN Support anytime, day or night, and get back online in minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up a VPN on my router?
The fastest and most reliable way to set up a VPN on your router is by installing ExpressVPN. If your router is not compatible, you can buy a router that is preinstalled with ExpressVPN or set up ExpressVPN via a manual configuration using OpenVPN.
Do I need a special router for VPN?
Not every router can be turned into a VPN router, but many can. If your specific router model isn’t supported, you can still use ExpressVPN by installing apps on each of your devices.
Do I really need a VPN router?
Having a VPN directly on your router means you don’t need to install a VPN on each device you own. Just connect each device to the router, and they’re protected automatically.
ExpressVPN works on a range of popular router models. Please check for your router on the list below.
What routers work with VPN?
You can set up ExpressVPN on these compatible routers:
Asus RT-AC56(U/R/S)
Asus RT-AC68U (up to v3)
Asus RT-AC87U
Linksys EA6200
Linksys WRT1200AC
Linksys WRT1900ACS
Linksys WRT1900ACS V2
Linksys WRT1900AC 13J1
Linksys WRT1900AC 13J2
Linksys WRT3200ACM
Linksys WRT32X
Netgear R6300v2
Netgear Nighthawk R6400v2
Netgear Nighthawk R6700v3
Netgear Nighthawk R7000
Netgear Nighthawk R7000P
The following routers can be manually configured to connect to ExpressVPN:
Asus (other models)
D-Link
DD-WRT
Netduma
Sabai
Tomato
TP-Link
Xiaomi
What is a VPN router?
A VPN router is a router that has been modified to connect to a VPN directly. This capability allows the router to extend VPN protection to every device that connects to it.
Do any routers have built-in VPN?
Yes! FlashRouters offers routers from third-party manufacturers that have had ExpressVPN installed before they are sent to you. These routers have been flashed and preconfigured with the ExpressVPN firmware, which means you will connect to the VPN right out of the box. Just plug it in and connect.
Get $20 off any VPN router with the coupon code "expressvpn" when you check out at FlashRouters!
If you’re in the U.S., you can also buy ExpressVPN Aircove, which was exclusively developed by ExpressVPN to be the industry’s first and only Wi-Fi router with built-in VPN by default. Learn more about Aircove.
Should I install a VPN on my router?
Highly recommended. If you’d like every device on your home network to benefit from the protection of a VPN, then a router VPN is the way to go.
People love ExpressVPN for routers
It is just straightforward. Compared to third-party firmware like DD-WRT, it’s just easy to set up, even for amateurs.
I got it preconfigured. It was plug-and-play. The interface is amazingly simple compared to setting up a router manually. I tried to help a neighbor set up their VPN with a different provider, very complicated and unsuccessful.
A very convenient router interface and a huge bonus for me is that it has its own firmware without any complicated settings. That is why I use your product, which for me has no competitors.
Why choose ExpressVPN?
Blazing-fast VPN speeds
Our network of global VPN servers is optimized for speed. Get unlimited bandwidth, with no ISP throttling.
Apps for all your devices
Get set up in minutes on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and routers. Connect to ExpressVPN with one click.
Works seamlessly everywhere
Experience the internet the way it was meant to be. With server locations in 94 countries, there’s always one close to you.
No logs privacy protection
ExpressVPN is based in the British Virgin Islands, a jurisdiction without data retention laws. We keep no activity or connection logs.
Industry-leading security
Protect your data and online activity with 256-bit AES encryption, DNS/IPv6 leak protection, and a kill switch.
30-day money-back guarantee
Take ExpressVPN for a test drive. All plans are fully refundable within the first 30 days with our risk-free trial.
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