--- title: How to Install OpenVPN Connect on macOS canonical: https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/macos-installation-guide/ product: OpenVPN Connect Docs description: Install OpenVPN Connect on macOS — step-by-step guides for connecting to OpenVPN servers, CloudConnexa (using your Cloud ID), and Access Server (via the Client Web UI), plus Network Extension activation steps for version 3.9.0 and later. --- # How to Install OpenVPN Connect on macOS ## Overview Install OpenVPN Connect on macOS, then connect using an OpenVPN server, CloudConnexa, or Access Server. This guide covers: - Installing OpenVPN Connect on a Mac with an Intel processor or Apple Silicon. - Allowing Network Extension for OpenVPN Connect 3.9.0 and later. - Importing a `.ovpn` connection profile or server URL. - Connecting with a Cloud ID for CloudConnexa. - Connecting through the Access Server Client Web UI. ## Supported macOS versions The latest OpenVPN Connect for macOS version supports: - macOS 12 Monterey - macOS 13 Ventura - macOS 14 Sonoma - macOS 15 Sequoia - macOS Tahoe 26 - macOS Golden Gate 27 ## Before you begin What you need depends on the service you're connecting to: | **Connection** | **What you need** | | --- | --- | | OpenVPN server | Access to an OpenVPN server and a `.ovpn` connection profile or server URL. | | CloudConnexa | Your CloudConnexa invitation email with your Cloud ID, username, and temporary password. | | Access Server | Your Access Server Client Web UI URL, username, and password. | ## Step 1: Download and install OpenVPN Connect 1. Download the package installer using the method for your connection: - **OpenVPN server:** Download OpenVPN Connect for macOS from the [OpenVPN website](https://openvpn.net/client/). - **CloudConnexa:** Download OpenVPN Connect from the [OpenVPN website](https://openvpn.net/client/) or use the link in your CloudConnexa invitation email. - **Access Server:** Open your **Client Web UI** to sign in, and select the macOS icon to download OpenVPN Connect. 2. Open the downloaded file. 3. Select the installer for your device: - Mac with an Intel processor. - Mac with Apple Silicon. 4. Select **Continue** when the installer opens. 5. Review and accept the end-user license agreement (EULA), then install OpenVPN Connect. 6. When prompted, enter your device password to authorize the installation. 7. Select **Close** when the installation finishes. 8. If macOS asks whether you want to move the installation file to the Trash, select **Move to Trash**. ## Step 2: Open OpenVPN Connect and allow Network Extension 1. Open **Applications**, then launch OpenVPN Connect. 2. Complete the introductory screens and review the data usage policy. 3. When prompted, allow the OpenVPN Connect system extension. 4. Allow the VPN configuration when macOS prompts you. > **Tip** > > Starting with OpenVPN Connect 3.9.0, the app uses Apple's native Network Extension framework for VPN connections. For details about activation, administrative privileges, and MDM deployment for non-admin users, refer to [OpenVPN Connect macOS Network Extension](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/macos-network-extension.md). ## Step 3: Connect Follow the instructions for the service you're connecting to. ### Connect to an OpenVPN server Use a connection profile provided by your VPN administrator or service provider. 1. Launch OpenVPN Connect. 2. Import your connection profile using the appropriate method: - **File:** Select **File** and import your `.ovpn` file. - **URL:** Select **URL** and enter the server URL provided by your VPN administrator or service provider. 3. Select the imported connection profile. 4. Select **Connect**. - When the connection succeeds, OpenVPN Connect displays the connection as active. ### Connect to CloudConnexa Before you begin, find the invitation email from your CloudConnexa administrator. It contains your Cloud ID, username, and temporary password. If you don't have the invitation email or credentials, contact your CloudConnexa administrator. To connect: 1. Open OpenVPN Connect and add a new connection profile. 2. In the **Import Profile** window, select **URL**. 3. Enter the Cloud ID from your invitation email. 4. Enter your username and temporary password. 5. When prompted, enter and confirm a new password. 6. Accept the Terms of Service, then select **Change Password**. 7. Select a Region if prompted. 8. Select **Connect**. - When the connection succeeds, OpenVPN Connect displays the connection as active. ### Connect to Access Server Before you begin, ensure you have the URL for the Access Server **Client Web UI** and your username and password. The Client Web UI URL is the hostname or IP address of your Access Server. If you don't have it, contact your Access Server administrator. To connect: 1. Open a browser and navigate to the Access Server **Client Web UI**. 2. Sign in with your username and password. 3. Select the macOS icon to download OpenVPN Connect. 4. If you haven't installed the app yet, complete [Step 1: Download and install OpenVPN Connect](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/macos-installation-guide/#step-1--download-and-install-openvpn-connect). 5. Launch OpenVPN Connect. 6. Select your connection profile. 7. Select **Connect**. - When the connection succeeds, OpenVPN Connect displays the connection as active. ## What to do next After you're connected, you can configure OpenVPN Connect settings to match your preferences. Refer to [Settings](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/app-settings-macos.md). For additional macOS information: - [OpenVPN Connect macOS Network Extension](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/macos-network-extension.md) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/macos-faq.md) - [Release notes for OpenVPN Connect on macOS](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/macos-release-notes.md) - [Global Configuration File Support for macOS](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/macos-global-configuration-file-support.md) --- Prev: [macOS](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/connect-for-macos.md) Next: [Settings](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/app-settings-macos.md) Index: https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/llms.txt