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Home Support How to change VPN server locations on a router running ExpressVPN

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How to change VPN server locations on a router running ExpressVPN

Last updated: July 15, 2024

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To use our apps and configurations, please sign up for an ExpressVPN account first.

This guide will show you how to use the Smart Location feature and change VPN server locations on a router running ExpressVPN.

Before you start, make sure to set up ExpressVPN for routers.

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Connect with Smart Location
Connect to a different VPN server location
Connect to multiple VPN locations using Device Groups


Connect with Smart Location

By default, you will be automatically connected to the location that provides the optimal experience for you, via a function called Smart Location. The Smart Location algorithm selects this location based on factors such as download speed, latency, and distance.

Once you see “Connected,” your devices are secured by a VPN.

If you want to connect to Smart Location again after connecting to other VPN locations:

  1. Sign in to your router running ExpressVPN.
  2. Select More icon..
  3. Select the location under Smart Location.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Connect to a different VPN server location

Note: Learn how to choose the right VPN server location.

To connect to a different VPN server location:

  1. Sign in to your router running ExpressVPN.
  2. Select More icon.on the device group that you want to change the location for.Select the location picker.The list of locations features two tabs: VPN LOCATIONS and OTHER OPTIONS. The VPN LOCATIONS tab shows the Smart Location, recent locations you’ve connected to, locations ExpressVPN recommends for you, and all VPN server locations by region. You can expand and collapse the lists by selecting the "Down" icon. and "Up" icon. on the right. expressvpn router ui vpn locationsThe OTHER OPTIONS lists additional non-VPN locations that are available:
    • No VPN – devices in this group will not connect to any VPN location
    • No Internet – devices in this group will not have Internet access
    • MediaStreamer – devices in this group will be connected to MediaStreamer. Learn more.


You can also use the search bar to search for a specific VPN server location.You can use the search bar to search for a location to connect to.

  1. To connect to a VPN server, select the name of the location.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Connect to multiple VPN locations using Device Groups

With Device Groups (available in ExpressVPN for routers v3.2.0 or above), you can create multiple device groups—each connected to a different VPN location—and sort your devices into these groups. Learn more about Device Groups.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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