- ExpressVPN has pushed version 14.2.0 to its Mac, Windows, and Linux apps,
- The update opens the app in compact mode by default, with a cleaner look
- A new MCP server lets AI coding tools read and control your VPN connection
ExpressVPN has just rolled out version 14.2.0 across all three of its desktop apps, and the headline change is a polished new coat of paint.
Released on June 17, 2026, the ExpressVPN update lands simultaneously on Mac, Windows, and Linux, keeping the experience consistent no matter which platform you’re on.
It isn’t the kind of ground-up overhaul we saw earlier this year, but it’s a tidy round of refinements that should make day-to-day use feel that bit smoother. Most of the work is visual, with the layout tightened up and several sections given a cleaner design, with accessibility also getting a mention.
The provider, which we rate as one of the best VPN services around, has officially added an MCP server to all its desktop apps after a successful beta release. This gives AI coding tools a way to control your VPN connection directly from inside your development environment.
A fresh look across the board
The most noticeable change is the redesign. The app now opens in compact mode by default, and the layout has been polished for better readability and spacing. The Add-ons section gets a cleaner card design that makes each add-on easier to find and use, while Advanced Protection has been visually updated for a clearer, more consistent appearance.
The Dedicated IP setup pages have also been redesigned to match the latest visual style, with a few small layout issues in compact mode ironed out at the same time.
These tweaks build on the larger redesign ExpressVPN introduced earlier in the year, when it moved away from its super-simple approach toward a home screen that surfaces more information and gives instant access to key settings. The iconic giant ‘Connect’ button…
