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OpenVPN Access ServerNordLayer
Freemium

Free for two simultaneous VPN connections; more connections need a paid plan.

 Paid

Paid business subscriptions with a 14-day money-back guarantee.

Linux, Self-hosted Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension
  • Runs entirely on your own server or cloud account
  • Many authentication options including LDAP, RADIUS and SAML with TOTP
  • Clients for all major desktop and mobile platforms
  • Central management portal for administrators
  • Proprietary, unlike the OpenVPN Community edition
  • Aimed at businesses, with paid plans for more users
  • Built for businesses rather than individual users
  • No free tier
Self-hosted Downloadable app, Hosted service, Browser extension
Closed source Closed source
License: Proprietary License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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