NymVPN for Linux

Shield your personal data from all surveillance
Access content worldwide when you need it
Secure your data through multi-layered encryption and decentralized routing

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Version: 2026.12.3; For Ubuntu, requires 22.04 or above

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How to install NymVPN on Ubuntu and Debian-based

Ubuntu and Debian

Step 1

Download the Nym repo

wget https://apt-ppa.nym.com/pool/main/n/nym-repo-setup/nym-repo-setup_2.0.1_all.deb -O /tmp/nym-repo-setup_2.0.1_all.deb

Ubuntu and Debian

Step 2

Install repo

sudo dpkg -i /tmp/nym-repo-setup_2.0.1_all.deb

Ubuntu and Debian

Step 3

Install NymVPN

sudo apt install nym-vpn-app

How to install NymVPN on Arch Linux and Arch-based distributions

Arch

Step 1.1

Install

yay -S nym-vpnd-bin nym-vpn-app-bin

Arch

Step 1.2

Or build from sources

yay -S nym-vpnd nym-vpn-app

Arch

Step 2

Enable and start NymVPN

sudo systemctl enable --now nym-vpnd.service

We offer a Flatpak package on Flathub

NymVPN consists of two components:

The client (app)
The daemon (background service)

Install daemon separately

The Flatpak package only installs the client app. The daemon must be installed separately.

Getting a "lock error IO error"?

There is probably an instance already running in the background.

Installing NymVPN client with Flatpak

Flatpak

Step 1

Setup Flathub

https://flathub.org/setup

Flatpak

Step 2.1

Install the NymVPN app

flatpak install flathub net.nymtech.NymVPN

Flatpak

Step 2.2

Or install from website:

https://flathub.org/apps/net.nymtech.NymVPN

How to install NymVPN with AppImage

We provide AppImage for the client app.

AppImage

Step 1

Install from Github

https://github.com/nymtech/nym-vpn-client/releases/download/nym-vpn-v2026.12.3/NymVPN_2026.12.3_amd64.AppImage

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AppImage

Step 2

Download

AppImage

Step 3

Run

How to install NymVPN on other Linux distributions

For other Linux distributions like Fedora, you can also use the standard installation instructions below. We’re gradually adding platform-specific packages — such as a Fedora RPM – based on user feedback.

Other

To install:

curl -SsL https://github.com/nymtech/nym-vpn-client/releases/download/nym-vpn-v2026.12.3/install | bash

Other

To uninstall:

curl -SsL https://github.com/nymtech/nym-vpn-client/releases/download/nym-vpn-v2026.12.3/install | bash -s uninstall

Download NymVPN on Linux: FAQs

With NymVPN on Linux, all the data coming to and from your Linux device will be protected against surveillance.

To use NymVPN on Linux, subscribe to NymVPN, download and install the app using the instructions for your Linux distribution, and log into the app with your recovery phrase.

Yes. NymVPN is built with an open-source philosophy, allowing Linux users to inspect and verify how the software operates. This transparency is especially important for users who prioritize privacy, security, and trust in their networking tools.

Linux users often prioritize control, transparency, and security. Decentralized VPNs align with these values by reducing reliance on proprietary infrastructure and minimizing centralized logging or data aggregation.

NymVPN for Linux