Proton VPN for Linux release notes
Here are the latest release notes for the Proton VPN for Linux app, which should be automatically updated by your package manager.
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Release notes
Latest release
Version 4.9.7: May 13, 2024
- Squashed a handful of mischievous software bugs
Release history
Version 4.9.6: May 10, 2024
- Made bug fixes and stability improvements
Version 4.9.5: May 8, 2024
- Improved local application logging, which makes it easier to troubleshoot problems.
Version 4.9.4: May 6, 2024
- Performed minor bug fixes
Version 4.9.3: May 3, 2024
- Shooed away some minor software hiccups
Version 4.9.1: May 1, 2024
- Fixed some minor bugs
Version 4.9.0: April 29, 2024
- Introduced automated port forwarding. You can now enable port forwarding, connect to supported servers, and use assigned ports without manual scripting
- Fixed an issue that caused the VPN to reconnect after cancelling a connection
Version 4.8.3: April 26, 2024
- Introduced load percentages in server search results, see server loads at a glance
- Made minor packaging improvements
Version 4.8.2: April 24, 2024
- Made WireGuard® the default protocol for new users
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
Version 4.8.1: April 22, 2024
- Sent a few errant bugs packing
Version 4.8.0: April 19, 2024
- Introduced Custom DNS. Take control of your browsing experience with the flexibility to use third-party DNS resolvers tailored to your preferences.
- Performed bug fixes and stability improvements
Version 4.7.4: April 17, 2024
- Fixed some bugs and improved stability
Version 4.7.3: April 15, 2024
- Boosted performance and stomped on a few rogue bugs
Version 4.7.2: April 12, 2024
- Fixed some bugs and improved stability
Version 4.7.1: April 10, 2024
- Fixed bugs
Version 4.7.0: April 8, 2024
- Added setting to start the app minimized to the tray (if available)
Version 4.6.0: April 5, 2024
- Improved error tracking to ensure better diagnostics and faster resolution for connection failures.
Version 4.5.0: April 3, 2024
- Introduced WireGuard® support for IPv6 — the future is here
Version 4.4.5: April 1, 2024
- Performed minor UI and stability improvements.
Version 4.4.4: March 29, 2024
- Improved WireGuard® protocol functionality
Version 4.4.3: March 27, 2024
- Banished some sneaky software bugs and improved stability
Version 4.4.2: March 25, 2024
- Made general fixes and enhancements for the Wireguard® protocol
Version 4.4.1: March 22, 2024
- Enhanced general performance and improved handling when resuming from suspension
Version 4.4.0: March 20, 2024
- Introduced experimental WireGuard® support — blazing fast and secure, but still in testing
Version 4.3.3: March 18, 2024
- Made minor UI and stability improvements
Version 4.3.2: March 15, 2024
- Fixed some minor issues related to caching and authentication
Version 4.3.1: March 13, 2024
- Made it possible to disable the advanced kill switch from the login screen
- Improved window positioning consistency across distributions
Version 4.3.0: March 11, 2024
- Improved our troubleshooting tools for better error investigation
- Fixed bugs
Version 4.2.0: March 8, 2024
- Added advanced kill switch — keep your device locked down unless connected to Proton VPN
Version 4.1.10: March 6, 2024
- Alled the app to recover from manual cache deletion
Version 4.1.9: March 4, 2024
- Sent more bugs out the door
Version 4.1.8: March 1, 2024
- Fixed a bug with VPN connection monitoring
Version 4.1.7: February 28, 2024
- Improved the application log
Version 4.1.6: February 26, 2024
- Implemented various bug fixes contributed by community
Version 4.1.5: February 23, 2024
- Fixed a regression: app now disconnects VPN on quit as intended
Version 4.1.4: February 21, 2024
- Solved an issue where the app would hang during disconnection
Version 4.1.3: February 19, 2024
- Made Secure Core servers easier to spot
Version 4.1.2: February 16, 2024
- Performed bug fixes
Version 4.1.1: February 14, 2024
- Improved VPN connection error handling
Version 4.1.0: February 12, 2024
- Added support for Secure Core — route your connection through multiple countries for extra protection
Version 4.0.0: February 9, 2024
- Introducing the new Proton VPN Linux app. This release completes our journey from alpha to beta and delivers a stable version of our new Linux app, ensuring a refined and polished experience