Get ExpressVPN’s VPN Chrome extension
Our VPN extension for Chrome hides your IP and keeps your browsing private. Add it to your browser and enjoy.
- Avoid your ISP throttling your internet speed for high-bandwidth content
- Fast browsing with high-speed servers across 113 countries
- Block known scam and phishing sites
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What happens without a VPN for Chrome
Your IP address, location, and browsing activity are still visible, even in incognito
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Your ISP can see your browsing
Your ISP can see most of what you do online, and even slow your connection for viewing certain types of content that use too much bandwidth. A VPN for Chrome encrypts your traffic, so ISPs can’t see what you’re viewing, reducing the chances of content-based throttling.
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Data & traffic are exposed on public Wi-Fi
With public Wi-Fi, not-nice people can exploit the lack of security to steal your personal info and passwords. A VPN adds a layer of security by turning outgoing traffic into unreadable code, so no one can read or use it.
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Access accounts and local content from anywhere
While traveling, what you see online changes with your IP address. Connect through a VPN server located in or near your home region and your usual sites and accounts should work like normal.
What you can do with ExpressVPN
Switch locations and confirm your privacy without leaving Chrome
Change locations with a click
Stay in your browser when you want to change server locations. You get 214 locations across 113 countries in one convenient dropdown menu in the extension. Change your IP address whenever you need.
Choose which tabs use the VPN
Not all tabs need the VPN. Check your bank in one, track a delivery in another. The Smart Routing feature lets you set rules for specific websites: some go through the VPN, others bypass it so you don’t need to toggle the VPN on and off.
Verify the VPN is working
Sometimes it’s hard to tell if the server you chose is actually working. Use ExpressVPN’s IP lookup tool to make sure the IP address matches the VPN location you selected. Also, you can run a WebRTC and DNS leak check to see if the VPN is doing its job.
It’s quick and easy to add ExpressVPN to Chrome
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Step1
Add ExpressVPN’s extension to your Chrome
Get the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
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Step 2
Sign in with your ExpressVPN credentials
Create an ExpressVPN account here or through the extension.
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Step 3
Connect to a server and browse privately
Choose a fast server from 214 locations across 113 countries.
24/7 customer support via live chat and email
The tech behind ExpressVPN for Chrome
Browser-specific privacy and access to a global server network
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Fast servers and unlimited bandwidth
Low-capacity VPNs slow your browsing when too many users are connected. Our Chrome extension uses high-capacity 10Gbps and 40Gbps servers to support live streaming, 4K video, and downloads with unlimited bandwidth. No more slow-downs.
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Strong encryption and transparent no-logs policy
ExpressVPN secures your data and personal info with 256-bit AES encryption, and RAM-only servers that erase your data every time they reboot, so it’s erased from existence. No one can see it, not even us. Our no-logs policy is independently verified.
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Protection features that go beyond encryption
You search for a product on Chrome, and it follows you everywhere with tracker-heavy ads and shady links. When you pair the extension with the ExpressVPN app, Advanced Protection helps block ads, trackers, and malicious websites. The Chrome extension offers similar features through Web Protection, which works directly in your browser, even when your VPN is off.
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WebRTC and HTML5 location leak protection
Chrome's WebRTC technology can expose your real IP address even if you use the VPN app, because the leak happens at the browser (not network) level. ExpressVPN’s extension closes that gap, blocking WebRTC requests directly in Chrome. It also includes HTML5 geo-spoofing, which stops sites from using the browser's location API to see your real location.
Need full protection for your computer?
Use the app and extension together to protect your entire device
The extension and app make a great team
The Chrome extension provides browser-based encryption that hides your IP address, but it doesn’t cover the rest of your computer.
Our app protects all of the data leaving your computer, like emails, video games, streaming apps, or any other apps connected to the internet. It also includes the Internet Kill Switch, which kicks in if your connection drops and blocks traffic until the connection is back up.
When paired, use the extension as a dashboard for the app to encrypt all data leaving your computer. Also, Chrome browser itself can still leak your data and using the app alongside it prevents that.
What others say about us
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Top-Notch Privacy and Streaming
It’s still an excellent choice for basically any use case and it’s still one of the best VPNs you can buy thanks to its innovative privacy and security features, fast speeds and excellent streaming capabilities.
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A Premium Service Worth Every Penny
I don’t think that there are many VPN services out on the market today that rival ExpressVPN. Its combination of excellent speeds, ability to unblock every streaming service, and dedication to user privacy hits all of the right notes.
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Blazing Fast on PCs
ExpressVPN is the easiest VPN to use on our list, making it a great option for anyone slightly less tech-savvy. It’s also one of the most secure VPN we’ve tested, with good features to keep you safe online.
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The fastest VPN
ExpressVPN is the fastest VPN I’ve found. It shows you the fastest server you can connect to, and a list of alternative servers. Or, you can let it choose for you. It’s affordable and worth it.
Christopher Gilmer
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Great for travel & access
Does exactly what it's supposed to. Using it while travelling is great, accessing international websites for purchases is great, doesn't lag internet speed too much. Peace of mind and super easy to use.
Sam H.
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Extremely reliable
ExpressVPN provides extremely reliable service that will keep you and your personal information safe. ExpressVPN is the perfect all around VPN service for your network security needs.
Dirt_Reynolds
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Protects all devices
Just want to say, I have used ExpressVPN for over 10 years. On my phone, computers, and even on my home router. You guys are the very best!
OneDarkSeed
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Excellent value
One of the major names in virtual private network (VPN) services, ExpressVPN offers a lot to consumers at face value.
MacHash
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Post-quantum encryption
Backed by bleeding-edge post-quantum encryption technology, Express has landed a firm spot on our best VPNs list.
Carles Dijous
Get ExpressVPN for Chrome
Safeguard your Chrome browsing, hide your IP, securely stream and download with fast servers
- Protect up to 14 devices with one subscription
- 24/7 live chat support
FAQ
Does Google Chrome have a built-in VPN?
No, it only has an HTTPS-only mode, not a real VPN in Google Chrome. If you’re comparing VPN extensions for Chrome or you're looking for the best VPN for Chrome, ExpressVPN adds IP masking, encrypted browser traffic, and global server choice.
How do I turn off my VPN in Chrome?
Click the ExpressVPN icon in your toolbar and hit Disconnect. If you’re figuring out how to change VPN locations in Chrome, the same control lets you switch servers or turn it off for specific tabs without affecting your VPN-secured tabs and downloads in Chrome.
Will a Chrome VPN extension hide my IP address?
Yes. A VPN Chrome extension replaces your visible IP address with the server’s IP. Our VPN for Chrome also blocks WebRTC and HTML5 leaks that can expose your real IP address in the browser. If you’re learning how to use a VPN with Chrome safely, connect first, then confirm the visible IP matches the server you chose.
