How to Install OpenVPN Connect on Windows (2024)

Install OpenVPN Connect on Windows by following the steps for the product you're connecting with.

Windows Installation for OpenVPN Connect with OpenVPN Servers

This installation guide provides the steps to install OpenVPN Connect with OpenVPN servers. This includes the OpenVPN open-source project or other VPN services using the OpenVPN protocol.

Install the app and connect to a server

Download the OpenVPN Connect app from our website.
Wait until the download completes, then open it.
Run the OpenVPN Connect setup wizard.
Agree to the EULA and install.
When prompted, click Yes to approve the privilege escalation request.
Click Finish when the installation completes.
From your system tray, click the OpenVPN Connect icon to launch the app.
Import a profile.
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Windows Installation Guide for OpenVPN Connect with CloudConnexa

This installation guide provides the steps to install OpenVPN Connect and join your CloudConnexa environment.

Before you begin

Find the invitation email sent by your CloudConnexa administrator. This email includes your invitation to join CloudConnexa and your CloudID, Username, and Temporary Password. If you don't have that email, ask your CloudConnexa administrator for help.

Install the app and connect to your CloudConnexa

To connect to your CloudConnexa account, follow these steps:

Download the OpenVPN Connect app from our website or the link in your invitation email.
Wait until the download completes, then open it.
Run the OpenVPN Connect setup wizard.
Agree to the EULA and install.
When prompted, click Yes to approve the privilege escalation request.
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Click Finish when the installation completes.
From your system tray, click the OpenVPN Connect icon to launch the app.
Click to add a new profile.
On the Import Profile window, select URL and enter the CloudID from your invitation email.
Enter your Username and Temporary password from your invitation email.
At the prompt, enter a new password and confirm it.
Accept the Terms of Service and click Change Password.
Select your desired region.
Click Connect.

Windows Installation Guide for OpenVPN Connect with Access Server

This installation guide provides the steps to install OpenVPN Connect and connect to Access Server.

Before you begin

Ensure you have a username and password to connect to Access Server. If you don't have one, contact your Access Server administrator.

Install the app from the Client Web UI and connect to Access Server

Open a browser and navigate to your Access Server Client Web UI.
Sign in with your username and password.
Click on the Windows icon.
Wait until the download completes, then open it.
Run the OpenVPN Connect setup wizard.
Agree to the EULA and install.
When prompted, click Yes to approve the privilege escalation request.
Click Finish when the installation completes.
From your system tray, click the OpenVPN Connect icon to launch the app.
Click on your profile to connect to Access Server.

Tip

The URL for your Client Web UI is the hostname or IP address of your Access Server. Ask your administrator for help if you don't have that.

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How to Install OpenVPN Connect on Windows (2024)

FAQs

How do I manually add a VPN to Windows? ›

Select the Start button, then select Settings > Network & Internet > VPN > Add a VPN connection.

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What is the difference between OpenVPN and OpenVPN Connect? ›

OpenVPN offers better encryption than Open Connect, but this comes at the cost of being slower in comparison. The decision between which one to use depends on your needs as an individual or company's needs depending on how much you want to spend for faster speeds or better security.

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Why won't my OpenVPN connect? ›

There are several possible solutions you can try to resolve this: Check that the port is open. Security or firewall settings could be blocking it. By default, Access Server requires three ports to be reachable: TCP 443, TCP 943, and UDP 1194.

Why is my VPN not installing? ›

Your VPN software might be outdated. Your VPN settings might not be configured correctly. You might have poor internet connectivity or an intermittent network connection. The problem may not be a VPN issue at all – but it might be your internet connection preventing your VPN from connecting.

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Does OpenVPN run on Windows? ›

Access Server supports VPN connections from Windows devices using a VPN client app. Our app, OpenVPN Connect, is available for Windows, and makes it easy to do that. Each Windows device needs a client application to connect with Access Server.

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Is OpenVPN available for Windows? ›

Our app, OpenVPN Connect, is available for Windows, and makes it easy to do that. Each Windows device needs a client application to connect with Access Server. We recommend using OpenVPN Connect.

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Can I install OpenVPN access server on Windows? ›

While you must install the server on a Linux OS, you can install clients on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android. After launching your server, your end users can install pre-configured clients directly from your Access Server's Client Web UI.

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How do I add OpenVPN to my command path in Windows? ›

Click the Advanced system settings link. Click Environment Variables. In the section System Variables, find the PATH environment variable and select it.