The original post: /r/mullvadvpn by /u/MullvadNew on 2024-11-08 09:56:58.

Link: https[://]mullvad[.]net/en/blog/removing-openvpn-15th-january-2026

We are removing support for OpenVPN, it will be completely removed on 15th January 2026.

The process of removing OpenVPN from our app starts today and may be completed much earlier.

Why

We want to focus entirely on the WireGuard protocol, as we explained in detail back in 2017 (https[://]mullvad[.]net/blog/wireguard-future).

By moving to a single protocol, we will be able to focus our resources where they can make a difference.

How does this affect you?

If you make use of our Mullvad VPN app on any platform, it will not impact you at all. Note that OpenVPN support will be removed from both client- and server-side, meaning that even if you have an old app with OpenVPN support, it will not work after 15th January 2026.

If you are using a router or a third-party app that uses OpenVPN, we strongly advise you to start migrating to WireGuard. You have roughly one year to complete your migration. We have guides on how to use WireGuard in the help section of our website (https[://]mullvad[.]net/help?Protocol=wireguard).

The future

WireGuard is the Future (https[://]mullvad[.]net/blog/wireguard-future)

For the universal right to privacy.