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Proton VPN browser extension release notes

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Here are the latest release notes for the Proton VPN browser extension. Note that the release dates may be approximate, as we don’t always update the Chrome and Firefox extensions at exactly the same time.

You can also view the release notes for our other apps.

The Proton VPN browser extension

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Release notes

Latest release

Version 1.2.9: July 29, 2025


Release history

Version 1.2.8: July 29, 2025

  • If you’re on our Free plan, you can now change server (randomly selected in a different region) after a cooldown period

Version 1.2.7: May 17, 2025

  • Made the popup faster to load and display
  • Prevented the extension trying to reconnect when the browser starts if you’re logged out
  • Improved bug reports and fixed compatibility issues
  • Updated language translations

Version 1.2.6: March 27, 2025

  • Changed the extension’s behavior so that sessions will continue to run, even if the Resume from where you left off setting is not enabled
  • Modified the extension to prevent bootstrap requests from running as soon as it is started
  • Improved recovery on proxy and network errors
  • Created a notification that alerts you if another extension is altering the VPN settings
  • Updated language translations

Version 1.2.5: January 2, 2025

  • Updated the Syrian flag
  • Updated translations
  • Allowed the Firefox extension to also proxy requests via WebSocket and FTP (this feature is already available on the Chrome extension)

Version 1.2.4: December 19, 2024

  • Prevented the extension from showing servers that you cannot connect to
  • Added updated language translations

Version 1.2.3: October 29, 2024

  • Improved crash reports
  • Fixed error message handling

Version 1.2.2: August 13, 2024

  • Shortened the title to Proton VPN: Fast & Secure
  • Updated the default number of servers

Version 1.2.1: August 3, 2024

  • Ensured HTTP connections are correctly routed through the VPN tunnel. If you had a previous version of the extension installed, you’ll be asked for permission to allow this
  • Excluded local network from the tunnel using IP range matching
  • Improved search sorting and UX
  • Updated translations

Version 1.2.0: August 3, 2024

  • Fixed bug that asked the user to sign in again