--- title: How to Install OpenVPN Connect on Windows canonical: https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/installation-guide-windows/ product: OpenVPN Connect Docs --- # How to Install OpenVPN Connect on Windows ## Overview Install OpenVPN Connect on Windows for use with OpenVPN servers. This applies to the OpenVPN open-source project and other VPN services using the OpenVPN protocol. ## Prerequisites - A Windows PC running a supported version of Windows. - Access to an OpenVPN server or a connection profile from a VPN provider using the OpenVPN protocol. - A valid VPN configuration file or connection URL. ## Installation steps 1. Download and install OpenVPN Connect: - Visit the [OpenVPN Connect](https://openvpn.net/client/) section on the OpenVPN website. - Download the Windows installer. - Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation. 2. Open the OpenVPN Connect app: - Once the installation is complete, launch the **OpenVPN Connect** app. - Review and agree to the **data usage policy**. 3. Import a VPN profile: - After opening the app, you can import your VPN profile in one of the following ways: 1. **Import from a file:** If you have a `.ovpn` profile file, select **File** and browse to the location of the profile on your computer. 2. **Import from a URL:** If your VPN provider provides a connection URL, select **URL** and enter the URL to import the profile. 3. **Import from a VPN provider:** Some VPN providers offer direct integration, allowing you to import profiles through their apps or services. 4. Connect to the VPN: - Once the profile is imported, select it and select **Connect**. - OpenVPN Connect may prompt you to allow changes to your system to create the VPN connection. Select **Yes**. - Once connected, the VPN status shows as active. > **Note** > > If you're an administrator setting up Pre-Login Connect, the system service binary (`ovpn_system_service.exe`) and a default system profiles folder are included in the installation directory at `Program Files\OpenVPN Connect`. Refer to [Windows Pre-Login Connect (PLC)](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/windows-pre-login-connect-plc.md) for setup instructions. ## Alternative installation methods - If you prefer to manually install, [download the .msi installer](https://openvpn.net/downloads/openvpn-connect-v3-windows.msi). - If you prefer installing software from the command line, you can also install OpenVPN Connect using **Windows Package Manager (winget)**. Refer to our support article for instructions: [Install OpenVPN Connect using winget](https://support.openvpn.com/hc/en-us/articles/45701196595995-OpenVPN-Connect-Installing-OpenVPN-Connect-on-Windows-Using-winget) > **Note** > > **Legacy/Specialized Support** > > A **32-bit version** of the installer is also available: [Download OpenVPN Connect for Windows (32-bit)](https://openvpn.net/downloads/openvpn-connect-v3-windows-x86.msi). ## Windows Installation for OpenVPN Connect with OpenVPN Servers This installation guide provides steps for installing OpenVPN Connect with OpenVPN servers. This includes the OpenVPN open-source project and other VPN services that use the OpenVPN protocol. ### Install the app and connect to a server 1. Download the [OpenVPN Connect app from our website](https://openvpn.net/client/client-connect-vpn-for-windows/). 2. Wait until the download completes, then open it. 3. Run the OpenVPN Connect setup wizard. 4. Agree to the EULA and install. 5. When prompted, select **Yes** to approve the privilege escalation request. 6. Select **Finish** when the installation completes. 7. From your system tray, select the OpenVPN Connect icon to launch the app. 8. [Import a profile](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/import-profile.md). ## 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: 1. Download the [OpenVPN Connect app from our website](https://openvpn.net/client/client-connect-vpn-for-windows/) or the link in your invitation email. 2. Wait until the download completes, then open it. 3. Run the OpenVPN Connect setup wizard. 4. Agree to the EULA and install. 5. When prompted, select **Yes** to approve the privilege escalation request. 6. Select **Finish** when the installation completes. 7. From your system tray, select the OpenVPN Connect icon to launch the app. 8. Add a new profile. 9. On the **Import Profile** window, select **URL** and enter the **CloudID** from your invitation email. 10. Enter your **Username** and **Temporary password** from your invitation email. 11. At the prompt, enter a new password and confirm it. 12. Accept the **Terms of Service** and select **Change Password**. 13. Select your desired region. 14. Select **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 1. Open a browser and navigate to your Access Server Client Web UI. 2. Sign in with your **username** and **password**. 3. Select the Windows icon. 4. Wait until the download completes, then open it. 5. Run the OpenVPN Connect setup wizard. 6. Agree to the EULA and install. 7. When prompted, select **Yes** to approve the privilege escalation request. 8. Select **Finish** when the installation completes. 9. From your system tray, select the OpenVPN Connect icon to launch the app. 10. Select 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. --- Prev: [Get Started](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/get-started-with-openvpn-connect-on-windows.md) Next: [Settings](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/app-settings-windows.md) Index: https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/llms.txt