Mozilla VPN is an open-source virtual private network developed by Mozilla. It launched in beta as Firefox Private Network on September 10, 2019, and officially launched on July 15, 2020, as Mozilla VPN.
Mozilla VPN should not be confused with the built-in VPN in Firefox since version 149 released in March 2026, which is free with a monthly data limit of 50 GB but only masks traffic that originates in Firefox unlike Mozilla VPN that protects the entire device.
The Firefox Private Network web browser extension beta version was released on September 10, 2019, as part of the relaunch of Mozilla's Test Pilot Program, a program that allowed Firefox users to test experimental new features which had been shuttered in January 2019. The beta of the subscription-based standalone virtual private network for Android, Microsoft Windows, and Chromebook launched on February 19, 2020, with the iOS version following soon after.
What is Mozilla VPN?
Mozilla VPN by Mozilla Corporation is open-source Windows software in the vpn & proxy category. It ranks 43rd by popularity among vpn & proxy in this catalogue. It is written in C++. Besides Windows, it is available for Linux.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.40.1, released on October 26, 2026. The version history goes back to February 13, 2023: 63 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 9.1 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (mozilla-mobile/mozilla-vpn-client) has 646 stars. Wikipedia has an article about it in 11 of our languages. Similar programs include OpenVPN, nginx and Proton VPN.
Project description on GitHub: “A fast, secure and easy to use VPN. Built by the makers of Firefox.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 9.1 a year)
- Also runs on Linux
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Mozilla VPN is an open-source vpn & proxy tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Key features
- Connect up to 5 devices
- More than 500 servers in 30+ countries
- Fast network speeds even while gaming
- No logging, tracking or sharing of network data
- No bandwidth restrictions or throttling
- Extra security: whole device protection, multi-hop routing and more
AppStream · Flathub
Is Mozilla VPN safe to download?
- The file is served by archive.mozilla.org, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
F86B5C8A957630B9B8CB83DE933ADC9BCA36BA7A057E0B936CC0623B7C51543D· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 63 versions ›63 versions over 7 years · about 9.1 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.40.1Latest | October 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 2.40.0 | October 19, 2026 | 25.6 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 2.39.0 | July 22, 2026 | 25.1 MB | ARM64 MSI64-bit MSI |
| 2.38.0 | June 17, 2026 | 26.9 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 2.37.0 | May 21, 2026 | 27.0 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 2.36.0 | April 22, 2026 | 27.9 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 2.35.0 | March 25, 2026 | 27.8 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 2.34.0 | March 10, 2026 | 27.8 MB | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Mozilla.VPN -emsiexec /i MozillaVPN.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {C3E94847-C9EF-4A47-A842-9708AAF58954} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
flatpak install flathub org.mozilla.vpnInformation
- Publisher
- Mozilla Corporation
- Category
- VPN & proxy
- Licence
- MPL-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/mozilla-mobile/mozilla-vpn-client
- Written in
- C++
- Content rating
- All ages
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Other platforms
- Linux
- Version
- 2.40.1
- Released
- October 26, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- November 30, 2021
- Versions listed
- 63
- Updates / year
- 9.1
- GitHub stars
- 646
- GitHub forks
- 169
- Website
- mozilla.org
- winget ID
- Mozilla.VPN
- MSI product code
- {C3E94847-C9EF-4A47-A842-9708AAF58954}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mozilla VPN free?
Yes. Mozilla VPN is open-source software under the MPL-2.0 licence.
Is Mozilla VPN safe to download?
The download comes from archive.mozilla.org, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Mozilla VPN with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Mozilla VPN be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Mozilla VPN run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Mozilla VPN?
The versions page lists all 63 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 13, 2023.
What are alternatives to Mozilla VPN?
OpenVPN, nginx, Proton VPN, Tailscale and Netbird. The alternatives page compares them.
