ExpressVPN has launched a dedicated app for Amazon Fire TV devices that use Vega OS, a Linux-based operating system. This update gives owners of these streaming sticks another high-quality option to secure their internet connection. The app is designed with features like remote-friendly sign-in and quick location switching, making it easier for users to manage their connection from a TV remote. It joins existing options like NordVPN, IPVanish, and Surfshark on Vega OS devices.
The new ExpressVPN app is available for all Fire TV devices that support Vega OS, including the Fire TV Stick 4K Select—the first device to come with Amazon’s Linux-based platform. Users can download the app from the Amazon Appstore and set it up in just a few clicks. Once installed, they can connect to a secure network and choose a server location with minimal effort.
ExpressVPN designed its app with the typical TV user experience in mind. The main controls for connecting, disconnecting, and switching locations are easily accessible, avoiding complicated menus. Frequently used locations can be saved in a Favorites section for quick access. The app also supports sign-in methods that are convenient for use with a TV remote, such as QR code scanning, which eliminates the need to type in long passwords.
Under the hood, the app uses ExpressVPN’s Lightway protocol, which is optimized for speed and stability, ensuring smooth HD and 4K streaming. To get started, users can open the Amazon Appstore on their Fire TV device, search for ExpressVPN, download the app, and sign in with their account. They will need to grant the app one-time system-level permissions for the VPN, which Amazon introduced when it enabled official support for VPNs on Vega OS.
NordVPN was the first to offer a native Linux-based app for Vega OS, followed by IPVanish shortly after. These two were the only providers available when Amazon officially enabled VPN support at the end of November. Surfshark later joined in May 2026 with a WireGuard-based app. Now, with ExpressVPN’s entry, four major providers offer native apps for Vega OS, giving users more choices for secure streaming.
ExpressVPN Launches Native App for Amazon Fire TV Devices Running Vega OS
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