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ExpressVPN Changelog

What's new in ExpressVPN 11.55.0

Apr 18, 2024
  • A little fix here, and a little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.

New in ExpressVPN 11.54.0 (Apr 18, 2024)

  • Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.

New in ExpressVPN 11.53.0 (Apr 18, 2024)

  • Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.

New in ExpressVPN 11.52.0 (Mar 12, 2024)

  • We’ve improved compatibility for Mac Virtual Display when using Apple Vision Pro.

New in ExpressVPN 11.51.0 (Feb 21, 2024)

  • A little polish to our engine always helps to make your app run smoother.

New in ExpressVPN 11.50.0 (Jan 26, 2024)

  • Just polishing the app to perfection and getting rid of some bugs along the way.

New in ExpressVPN 11.49.0 (Jan 15, 2024)

  • 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.

New in ExpressVPN 11.48.0 (Dec 19, 2023)

  • Minor improvements have been rolled out to enhance your experience.

New in ExpressVPN 11.47.0 (Dec 5, 2023)

  • Just giving the app a nice little tune up for you, while squashing a few bugs on the side.

New in ExpressVPN 11.46.0 (Nov 25, 2023)

  • We’ve made some improvements to enhance your experience.

New in ExpressVPN 11.45.0 (Nov 8, 2023)

  • We’ve further improved connectivity in some countries.

New in ExpressVPN 11.44.1 (Nov 1, 2023)

  • We’ve improved connectivity in some countries.

New in ExpressVPN 11.44.0 (Oct 26, 2023)

  • In response to your feedback, we’ve expanded our server network from 94 to 105 countries. This means you have access to an even more diverse range of IP addresses and a wider selection of servers to meet your location-related needs.
  • The new server locations are:
  • Bermuda
  • Cayman Islands
  • Cuba
  • Dominican Republic
  • Ghana
  • Guam
  • Honduras
  • Jamaica
  • Lebanon
  • Morocco
  • Puerto Rico
  • Trinidad and Tobago

New in ExpressVPN 11.43.0 (Oct 10, 2023)

  • We trimmed the hedges and pruned the begonias, and now all is right again in your ExpressVPN garden.

New in ExpressVPN 11.42.0 (Sep 27, 2023)

  • A little fix here, and little fix there. All worth doing, but nothing you’re likely to notice.

New in ExpressVPN 11.41.0 (Sep 12, 2023)

  • We’ve added post-quantum support to Lightway. Enjoy an enhanced connection experience and protection from attackers with access to powerful quantum computers.

New in ExpressVPN 11.40.0 (Sep 6, 2023)

  • We’ve fixed a bug that was causing you to experience long connection and disconnection times while using Lightway.

New in ExpressVPN 11.39.0 (Aug 29, 2023)

  • We’ve just added DTLS 1.3 support to Lightway. This means you’ll get a faster and more secure connection experience.

New in ExpressVPN 11.38.0 (Aug 23, 2023)

  • A little polish to our engine always helps to make your app run smoother.

New in ExpressVPN 11.37.0 (Aug 2, 2023)

  • We’ve implemented a few minor tweaks in the app that are too small to notice.

New in ExpressVPN 11.36.0 (Jul 21, 2023)

  • We spruced up our internal engines; the app is running better than it was.

New in ExpressVPN 11.35.0 (Jul 21, 2023)

  • We’ve updated localizations for several VPN server locations.

New in ExpressVPN 11.34.0 (Jul 21, 2023)

  • We’ve rolled out some refinements under the hood to give you a smoother experience.

New in ExpressVPN 11.33.0 (Jun 21, 2023)

  • Just a small update today. Changed a few lines of code and erased a couple of tiny bugs.

New in ExpressVPN 11.32.0 (Jun 6, 2023)

  • Fix a minor UI bug that clicking “Show ExpressVPN” from menu bar doesn’t work sometimes.

New in ExpressVPN 11.31.0 (May 23, 2023)

  • Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.

New in ExpressVPN 11.30.0 (May 9, 2023)

  • We trimmed the hedges and pruned the begonias, and now all is right again in your ExpressVPN garden.

New in ExpressVPN 11.29.0 (Apr 25, 2023)

  • Our talented translators spotted and fixed a grammar mistake on the Korean version of our app.

New in ExpressVPN 11.28.0 (Apr 12, 2023)

  • Just some minor tweaks that our perfectionist engineers insisted on.

New in ExpressVPN 11.27.0 (Apr 12, 2023)

  • Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.

New in ExpressVPN 11.26.0 (Apr 12, 2023)

  • Just tightening up a few nuts and bolts.

New in ExpressVPN 11.25.0 (Mar 30, 2023)

  • A few minor fixes our perfectionist engineers insisted on.

New in ExpressVPN 11.24.0 (Mar 28, 2023)

  • We’ve tightened up a few nuts and bolts.

New in ExpressVPN 11.23.1 (Mar 21, 2023)

  • Fixed an issue that was preventing the app from launching if you were using macOS 10.13
  • Fixed a bug that was preventing any changes you made in the Shortcuts section on the Preferences menu from taking effect

New in ExpressVPN 11.23.0 (Mar 14, 2023)

  • We spruced up our internal engines; the app is running better than it was.

New in ExpressVPN 11.22.0 (Feb 28, 2023)

  • Minor improvements have been rolled out to enhance your experience.

New in ExpressVPN 11.21.0 (Feb 14, 2023)

  • We’ve rolled out some refinements under the hood to give you a smoother experience.

New in ExpressVPN 11.19.0 (Feb 1, 2023)

  • We improved connectivity in some countries.

New in ExpressVPN 11.17.0 (Jan 30, 2023)

  • Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.

New in ExpressVPN 11.16.1 (Jan 10, 2023)

  • We implemented some minor security improvements.

New in ExpressVPN 11.15.0 (Dec 20, 2022)

  • Added translations for the “Middle East and Africa” in our list of location categories
  • Fixed the incorrect font in the app for macOS Ventura, much to our designers’ relief
  • Implemented a few security improvements.

New in ExpressVPN 11.14.0 (Dec 7, 2022)

  • We fixed a bug that caused the app to not run natively on Apple silicon Macs (M1 and M2).

New in ExpressVPN 11.13.1 (Nov 27, 2022)

  • We’ve tidied up a thing or two.

New in ExpressVPN 11.12.0 (Nov 8, 2022)

  • We improved connectivity in some countries.

New in ExpressVPN 11.10.1 (Oct 12, 2022)

  • We improved connectivity in some countries.

New in ExpressVPN 11.9.0 (Sep 27, 2022)

  • Made some stability and performance improvements.
  • Updated the translations for “Australia – Woolloomooloo” in our list of server locations.

New in ExpressVPN 11.8.0 (Aug 30, 2022)

  • We made some small adjustments that should keep your app tip-top.

New in ExpressVPN 11.6.0 (Aug 25, 2022)

  • G’day. We’ve updated the translations for “Australia – Adelaide” in our list of server locations.

New in ExpressVPN 11.5.0 (Aug 2, 2022)

  • Fixed a security issue with the shortcuts feature that could have been used by a malicious website to fingerprint ExpressVPN users.
  • Began to run natively on Apple Silicon MacOS devices (M1/M2), which means our app works seamlessly with the latest Mac computer models! Update to the latest app version to enjoy a performance boost and a reduction in battery consumption.

New in ExpressVPN 11.4.0 (Jul 19, 2022)

  • We resolved a bug that may have prevented you from connecting from your Mac’s menu bar if your app was set to a language other than English.

New in ExpressVPN 11.3.0 (Jul 5, 2022)

  • If you had tried installing ExpressVPN on an M1 MacBook, the popup message confirming your desire to install the app may have been shown twice, forcing you to click “Allow” twice. That popup now appears only once, as intended. You’re welcome welcome.

New in ExpressVPN 11.2.0 (Jun 23, 2022)

  • Minor improvements have been rolled out to enhance your experience.

New in ExpressVPN 11.1.1 (Jun 11, 2022)

  • Polished off a couple of rough edges to keep your VPN experience as smooth as possible.

New in ExpressVPN 11.0.0 (May 30, 2022)

  • We ironed out a problem related to how the app determines which version of macOS you are using. With this fixed, it will be easier for us to diagnose the root cause of issues you may face.

New in ExpressVPN 10.19.0 (May 11, 2022)

  • We’ve done a few nips and tucks to keep our app in top form for you.
  • Important notice for macOS 10.11 (El Capitan) and 10.12 (Sierra) users:
  • This will be the last regular update of the ExpressVPN app for these older versions of macOS. From now on, we will only provide major security updates to the app for macOS 10.11 and 10.12. If you wish to receive new features or other improvements, please upgrade to macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or above.

New in ExpressVPN 10.18.0 (Apr 23, 2022)

  • Just housekeeping! We’ve made some minor code changes that don’t impact users.

New in ExpressVPN 10.17.0 (Apr 11, 2022)

  • We trimmed the hedges and pruned the begonias, and now all is right again in your ExpressVPN garden.

New in ExpressVPN 10.16.0 (Mar 28, 2022)

  • Resolved an issue that may have caused you to be disconnected for 30 to 60 seconds, if you happened to be connected to a VPN server while it was rebooting. Now, your app will reconnect immediately when a server reboots, without delay.
  • Fixed some text in the Protocol menu that appeared cropped.
  • Adjusted the Reconnect button in the Threat Manager settings so that it wouldn’t overlap nearby text.
  • Fixed an incorrect Japanese translation in the Protocol menu that described Threat Manager as disabled when it was, in fact, enabled.
  • Made it easier to learn about Threat Manager in your preferred language. Now, if you click the “Learn more” link in your app, you’ll be taken to a page that matches the language selected in your app.

New in ExpressVPN 10.15.0 (Feb 10, 2022)

  • Improved the performance and memory consumption of Threat Manager.

New in ExpressVPN 10.14.0 (Jan 28, 2022)

  • Bug fixes.

New in ExpressVPN 10.13.0 (Jan 17, 2022)

  • Introducing Threat Manager, a new feature that adds an extra layer of privacy to your device by preventing apps from communicating with trackers or other malicious third parties without your knowledge.

New in ExpressVPN 10.12.0 (Dec 29, 2021)

  • Bug Fixes.

New in ExpressVPN 10.11.0 (Dec 17, 2021)

  • Bug Fixes.

New in ExpressVPN 10.10.0 (Dec 6, 2021)

  • Bug Fixes.

New in ExpressVPN 10.9.0 (Nov 22, 2021)

  • Fixed a bug that prevented the app from launching after a device restart.

New in ExpressVPN 10.8.0 (Nov 9, 2021)

  • Updated the “About ExpressVPN” pop-up.

New in ExpressVPN 10.7.0 (Nov 9, 2021)

  • Improved app stability.

New in ExpressVPN 10.6.0 (Sep 24, 2021)

  • Localization updates and fixes.

New in ExpressVPN 10.5.0 (Sep 6, 2021)

  • Updated the installer for compatibility with the forthcoming macOS 12 (Monterey).

New in ExpressVPN 10.4.0 (Aug 25, 2021)

  • Localization updates.

New in ExpressVPN 10.3.1 (Jun 28, 2021)

  • Improved connection reliability when using Lightway.
  • Localization updates.

New in ExpressVPN 10.3.0 (Jun 2, 2021)

  • Improved connection reliability when using Lightway.
  • Last release for OS X 10.10 (Yosemite). Starting from Aug 30, the ExpressVPN Mac app will require OS X 10.11 (El Capitan) or macOS 10.12 or later.

New in ExpressVPN 10.2.4 (Apr 19, 2021)

  • Updated OpenSSL to version 1.1.1k.
  • Bug fixes.

New in ExpressVPN 10.2.2 (Mar 26, 2021)

  • 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.
  • Speed Test now reports download speed in Mbps instead of Kbps.
  • Security, stability, and bug fixes.
  • Improved event and crash reporting.

New in ExpressVPN 10.2.1 (Mar 9, 2021)

  • Supports Lightway – TCP.
  • Minor UI bug fixes.
  • Improved VPN connection reliability.

New in ExpressVPN 10.1.1 (Feb 17, 2021)

  • Updated the ExpressVPN app icon.
  • Improved app stability.

New in ExpressVPN 10.0.0 (Jan 19, 2021)

  • Introducing ExpressVPN’s new app design.

New in ExpressVPN 9.0.14 (Dec 9, 2020)

  • Bug fixes.

New in ExpressVPN 9.0.13 (Dec 9, 2020)

  • Fixed minor compatibility issues with the latest macOS Big Sur.

New in ExpressVPN 9.0.12 (Nov 5, 2020)

  • Introducing Lightway (beta), ExpressVPN’s next-generation VPN protocol that delivers a faster, more secure, and more reliable VPN experience.
  • Go to Preferences > Protocol, then select Lightway.