How to Set Up a VPN on Kindle Fire

Last updated: July 2, 2021

Need a VPN for your e-book reader?

One ExpressVPN account. All devices.

This tutorial will show you how to set up ExpressVPN on your Amazon Fire tablet (formerly Kindle Fire). ExpressVPN is compatible with FireOS 5 and later.

Note: The following steps were tested using Amazon Fire HD 10.

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1. Download the VPN app
2. Set up the VPN app
3. Connect to a VPN server location
4. Disconnect from a VPN server location
Choose a different server location
Switch to a different VPN protocol
Access other app settings
Uninstall the ExpressVPN app

1. Download the VPN app

On your device, tap Appstore. Tap , then enter expressvpn. Tap DOWNLOAD.

Tap OPEN.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

2. Set up the VPN app

Tap Sign In. Enter your ExpressVPN username and password, then tap Sign In.

You will be asked if you want to share anonymous information with ExpressVPN. This helps ExpressVPN continually improve its products and services. Select your preference to continue.

You will be asked to give permission to complete the configuration. Tap OK > OK.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

3. Connect to a VPN server location

To connect to a VPN server location, tap . By default, ExpressVPN will suggest the location that provides the optimal experience for you, called Smart Location.

Once you see the Connected message on the app screen, you can begin surfing with added privacy and security!

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

Disconnect from a VPN server location

To disconnect from a VPN server location, tap .

You will know you are disconnected when the screen says “Not connected.”

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

Choose a different VPN server location

To connect to a different server location, tap .

To connect to a server location, tap the location.

Every time you change locations, you will get a warning stating “your internet traffic may be unsecure during reconnection.” If you don’t want this message to reappear, check the Don’t show me again box.

By default, the list of VPN locations initially features two tabs: RECOMMENDED and ALL LOCATIONS.

The RECOMMENDED tab shows ExpressVPN’s top picks for you.

The ALL LOCATIONS tab lists the VPN server locations by region.

To add a location to your favorites, swipe the location to the right.

You can access your favorite locations in the FAVORITES tab.

To remove a location from your favorites, swipe the location to the right again.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

Switch to a different VPN protocol

Important: Disconnect from the VPN before switching to another protocol.

VPN protocols are the methods by which your device connects to a VPN server. For the best experience, ExpressVPN recommends using the Automatic protocol option. This is selected by default and automatically picks the protocol most appropriate for your network.

In some cases, switching to a different protocol may give you faster connection speeds.

To switch to a different protocol:

Tap > Settings > VPN protocol.