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24 August 2023 at 22:10

Change of IP address for the server in US, NJ
Due to technical issues with our provider, the IP address of the server in US, NJ has been changed. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

18 May 2022 at 18:23

Server in St. Petersburg is removed
The server in St. Petersburg is removed from the list of locations due to low demand among users.

23 January 2022 at 00:12

Scheduled Maintenance is complete
LU server has been migrated to other datacenter. The existing users with Standard and Double packages should re-download the updated configuration files from User Dashboard. We apologize for this inconvenience.

21 January 2022 at 18:09

Scheduled Server Migration in LU
On Jan 23 2022 at 00:00 MSK we will be migrating LU server to new datacenter. IP addresses for LU location will be changed accordingly. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

14 March 2021 at 00:09

Scheduled Maintenance is complete
LU server has been migrated to other datacenter. The existing users with Standard and Double packages should re-download the updated configuration files from User Dashboard. We apologize for this inconvenience.

9 March 2021 at 21:39

Scheduled Server Migration in LU
On Mar 13 2021 at 00:00 MSK we will be migrating LU server to new datacenter. IP addresses for LU location will be changed accordingly. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

7 March 2021 at 14:20

Scheduled Maintenance is complete
MSK VPN server is back online and operational.

7 March 2021 at 13:43

Scheduled Maintenance in MSK
On Mar 07 2021 at 13:50 AM MSK we will be performing hardware upgrade on VPN server in MSK. Downtime is expected to be about one hour. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

23 February 2021 at 00:08

Scheduled Maintenance is complete
SPB VPN server is back online and operational.

22 February 2021 at 13:05

Scheduled Maintenance in SPB
On Feb 23 2021 at 00:00 AM MSK we will be performing hardware upgrade on VPN server in SPB. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

1 January 2020 at 20:45

OpenVPN config update
Due to the replacement of expired OpenVPN root certificate we ask users to download new configs from the user panel. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

8 August 2019 at 11:24

CA server is back online
CA server is now up and running after migration to new data center.

1 August 2019 at 10:23

Scheduled Maintenance in Canada
On Aug 1st 2019 at 11:00 AM MSK we will be performing hardware upgrade on VPN server in Canada. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

30 August 2018 at 15:57

LU server is back online
LU server is now up and running after hardware replacement.

29 August 2018 at 20:07

LU server is unstable
Due to hardware problems the LU server is currently unstable. We will replace the hardware as soon as possible. We apologize for this inconvenience.

20 August 2018 at 19:17

FR server is back online
FR server is now up and running after RAM replacement.

20 August 2018 at 16:55

FR server is temporary unavailable
FR server is temporary unavailable due to the problems in data center. We are very sorry for the service interruption and working hard to get the server back online.

15 August 2018 at 22:39

VPNLUX got the highest rating of VPN logging policy!
Great news!
We got the maximum rating points of VPN logging policy on popular tech portal comparitech.com. You can find it here

22 November 2017 at 16:28

VPNLUX review on anonymster.com
A trusted source for VPN Reviews and Internet Privacy Tutorials - anonymster.com has published our review. You can find VPNLux Review Here

16 October 2017 at 18:05

VPNLUX review on TheBestVPN.com
TheBestVPN.com team has listed VPNLUX in their case study and checked our zero logging policy. You can find the listing by following this link

3 July 2017 at 04:06

Scheduled Maintenance is complete
VPN servers are back online and operational after a successful system upgrade.

2 July 2017 at 13:52

Scheduled Maintenance
On July 2nd 2017 at 08:00 PM MSK we will be performing software upgrade on VPN servers. Downtime is expected to be 20-30 minutes for each server. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

7 June 2017 at 21:21

New server in North York
A new VPN location is now available in Canada, Ontario, North York. The location has been added to Standard, Poker Face and Unlimited packages. The existing users with Standard package should re-download the updated configuration files from User Dashboard. The Viscosity users will get the updated configuration files automatically.

31 May 2017 at 03:30

Scheduled Server Migration is complete
Scheduled Server Migration is now complete. NL server is back online and fully working.

30 May 2017 at 18:21

Scheduled Server Migration
On 31st May at 00:00 MSK we will be migrating NL server to new hardware. IP addresses for NL location will be changed accordingly.

17 May 2017 at 16:50

New server in Germany
A new VPN location is now available in Germany, Frankfurt am Main. The location has been added to Standard, Poker Face and Unlimited packages. The existing users with Standard package should re-download the updated configuration files from User Dashboard. The Viscosity users will get the updated configuration files automatically.

3 March 2017 at 21:35

An interview with vpnmentor.com
The Interview of our CEO with vpnmentor.com (A global portal for Online Privacy)
You can check the interview here

2 February 2017 at 13:36

VPNLUX review on Vpnmentor.com
A global portal for Online Privacy recommends VPNLUX. You can check the review here

23 January 2017 at 03:12

A licensed Viscosity VPN app for all our clients!
Dear Friends! We are happy to announce that from now on, you can download and install the licensed Viscosity VPN app pre-configured with the VPNLUX locations for all available packages from the user dashboard. Viscosity app supports Windows OS (Vista and higher) and Mac OS X (10.8 and higher). You may find installation instructions by following the links: Windows OS and Mac OS.

12 October 2016 at 20:28

New server in Moscow
From now on, new VPN location is available in Russian Federation, Moscow city. The server is added to Standard, Poker Face and Unlimited packages.The existing users with Standard package should re-download the updated configuration files in user dashboard.

30 August 2016 at 14:26

FR server is back online
FR server is now up and running after the issue is resolved. We ask you to pay attention to our rules and do not use VPN servers to engage in any illegal or abusive activities.

30 August 2016 at 12:39

Service interruption
Due to abuse, the server in France has been suspended. Our team is working on restoring the service as quickly as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience that the interruption might have caused you and we appreciate your understanding.

14 April 2016 at 19:37

New server in Los Angeles
New VPN location is now available from today in the United States, California, City of Los Angeles. This server was added to Standard, Poker Face and Unlimited packages. Existing users with Standard package should re-download the updated configuration files in Control Panel.

6 March 2016 at 02:09

Scheduled Maintenance is complete
Web server is back online and operational after a successful system upgrade.

4 March 2016 at 18:27

Scheduled Maintenance
On Mar 6 2016 at 02:00 AM MSK we will be performing web server upgrade. Downtime is expected to be 20 minutes.

20 February 2016 at 02:28

We accept Yandex.Money, Visa and Mastercard!
Dear Friends! We are excited to announce that our VPN service begins to accept payments by Yandex.Money, Visa and Mastercard from now on. Please be informed that payments by Visa and Mastercard are accepted only with 3-D secure option activated.

9 February 2016 at 13:17

Fastvpnservice.com - good news for all!
Dear customers! Fastvpnservice.com - popular review site chooses us as a reliable and fast vpn provider, its goal is to offer a fast vpn providers list from all over the world with an unbiased rating, reviews and speed test. Besides, they are constantly in a pursuit of new and interesting topics. The best recent examples are Torrent VPN and UK VPN.

31 December 2015 at 17:21

Happy New Year 2016!
Dear friends! VPNLUX team wishes you all Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! May all your dreams and wishes come true!

3 September 2015 at 02:51

BitCoin payments are now restored
BitCoin payments are now restored after changing the billing provider. Sorry for any inconvenience.

2 September 2015 at 16:34

BitCoin payments are temporarily disabled
Due to an unacceptable update in BitPay policy, we temporarily disabled BitCoin payments. Our team will setup an alternative solution in short time.

17 August 2015 at 23:52

Attention! Fraudulent WEB site!
It has come to our attention that customers are getting scammed by fraudulent web site vpnlux.ru. Please note, VPNLUX team has no relation to this web site. Beware of scammers!

22 February 2015 at 01:16

Scheduled Maintenance is complete
LU server is back online and available after a successful system upgrade.

21 February 2015 at 15:54

Scheduled Maintenance
On Feb 22 2015 at 01:00 AM MSK we will be performing system upgrade in Luxembourg. Downtime is expected to be 20 minutes.

27 January 2015 at 03:01

Possible service interruption
Due to the winter storm in the east coast of United States, there might be a possible server downtime in New Jersey.

3 January 2015 at 21:01

Happy New Year 2015!
Dear friends! We wish you all Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

22 May 2014 at 13:45

Please pay attention
Recently, we received abuse reports from providers that our servers were used in different kinds of attacks. We ask you to pay attention to our rules and do not use VPN servers in any illegal activities.

12 May 2014 at 11:41

NL server online
NL server is online after the successful hardware replacement.

12 May 2014 at 10:45

NL server offline
NL server is temporarily offline due to hardware replacement.

25 December 2013 at 09:01

Merry Christmas!
Today we launch our new VPN server located in Russia, Moscow. This server was added to Standard, Poker Face and Unlimited packages.

Existing users with Standard package should re-download the updated configuration files in Control Panel.

We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very happy New Year!

14 October 2013 at 01:15

New payment method available!
Today we started to accept payments via new payment system PiratCoin (USD).

30 May 2013 at 01:17

New payment methods are now available!
Due to the recent events that have occured with Liberty Reserve, we have suspended accepting it. To pay for VPN services we recommend you to use the alternative payment systems such as BitСoin and Perfect Money which are now accepted on our site.

7 March 2013 at 00:03

LU server stable
LU server is online after the successful relocation.

6 March 2013 at 21:16

FR server is temporary unavailable
FR server is temporary unavailable due to the problems in data center. We are very sorry for the service interruption and working hard to get the server back online.

6 March 2013 at 21:15

LU server unstable
LU server is temporary unstable in time required for DC relocation.

18 January 2013 at 01:53

Corporate and Business Solutions
Are you looking for even more advanced solutions? Perhaps you need several packages at a lower price or Box solution? A private dedicated server? Our company provides ultimate VPN solutions for all your requirements. Tell us what type of VPN solution are you looking for by requesting a quote. Our professional team is always available to assist your every need.

10 January 2013 at 09:51

Password recovery
Password recovery is now available automatically via e-mail. To use the password recovery and receive notifications you need to add the email address in your profile.

1 January 2013 at 00:01

Happy New Year!
VPNLUX wishes you joy, happiness and every success in the New Year!

30 October 2012 at 05:57

US VPN server upcoming downtime
Our United States VPN server located in New Jersey is running on generator power right now, expect some upcoming downtime due to Hurricane Sandy.

2 October 2012 at 14:20

Update for Android devices!
We've upgraded the L2TP service on all our VPN servers. L2TP VPN connections should now be fully supported on your Android ICS devices.

2 October 2012 at 01:12

L2TP service US unstable
We are working now with US server and L2TP service to fix L2TP connection issues on Android ICS systems. Several service reboots expected. To avoid connection interrupts, anyone, who uses L2TP with US server asked for temporary switch to another server or type (PPTP or OpenVPN).

10 September 2012 at 22:12

We are now social!
Now you may join our Facebook group, read us on Twitter, visit us on Google+ and find us on LinkedIn. Invite everyone you know to do the same. Follow us to get latest events, news and notifications regarding our services.

23 August 2012 at 22:34

Changes in Standard VPN
Now you can use all five servers from our list by purchasing the Standard VPN package for one day or longer term. Existing users with Standard package should download the updated configuration files in Control Panel.

21 August 2012 at 06:55

SSL encryption
SSL encryption is enabled on entire website.

5 July 2012 at 17:02

VPN service prices changed
Changes are affecting standard and double VPN packages. Buying a VPN package for longer than a day has become cheaper.

9 June 2012 at 23:24

Service update
New website design. Lower pricing for annual packages. Updated Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and User Agreement.

30 April 2012 at 19:59

NL server stable
NL server is online after the successful hardware replacement.

30 April 2012 at 02:13

NL server unstable
NL server is temporary unstable in time required for broken hardware replacement. Please contact with support for receiving temporary packages at another server of your choice.

22 December 2011 at 17:59

US server testing started
New VPN Server in NJ state, US is in test mode for now. "Lux" package users can use this server for free.

21 December 2011 at 22:42

UK server online
UK server is online after the successful hardware replacement.

21 December 2011 at 20:21

UK server down
Hardware replacement on the UK server just started.

21 December 2011 at 00:51

UK server unstable
UK server is temporary unstable in time required for broken hardware replacement. Please contact with support for receiving temporary packages at another server of your choice.

5 October 2011 at 15:08

Service Update

Windows x64 support for our portable OpenVPN client added.

OpenVPN now also supports 80 and 443 ports (only for TCP connection).

For your convenience we have added instructions for setting up a VPN connection on Windows 7, Windows XP and Mac OS.

Speed. Reliability. Security. VPNLux.


16 September 2011 at 05:11

English version launched!

VPNLUX has been successfully operating since 2004. Now, our service is available in English. We hope you enjoy with us.