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Enhance your handheld gaming experience with a powerful and risk-free VPN. ExpressVPN is the best VPN for the Steam Deck, helping you game, stream, and browse with minimal lag on any network.

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Here’s why ExpressVPN is the best Steam Deck VPN

It’s easy to get started with a Steam Deck VPN! After installing ExpressVPN on your Steam Deck, connect in one click to enjoy all of the following:

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Ultra-fast streaming

From Netflix to YouTube and Starz, securely stream your favorite movies and shows in ultra-fast HD with ExpressVPN.

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Secure browsing

Whether you’re gaming or streaming, ExpressVPN provides best-in-class encryption for a secure online experience.

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Powerful protection

Avoid DDoS attacks by masking your IP. ExpressVPN also features 256-bit AES, leak protection, a kill switch, and split tunneling.

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Gaming with VPN on the Steam Deck

Gaming online on the Steam Deck and ExpressVPN keeps your data private, while also protecting you from DDoS (distributed denial of service) attacks. A VPN can also lower ping times between gaming servers by connecting you to locations closer to the network hosts, making for a smoother gaming experience.

How to install a VPN on the Steam Deck.

How to install a VPN on the Steam Deck

Installing the ExpressVPN app

SteamOS

The Steam Deck’s default operating system, SteamOS, is based on Arch Linux. Simply download and install the ExpressVPN Linux app for Arch on your Steam Deck. Do keep in mind that system updates on Steam OS may remove third party apps and that ExpressVPN may need to be reinstalled after each update.

Windows

The Steam Deck also officially supports the installation of Windows 10 and 11 as an alternative operating system. If you are using Windows, simply download and install the ExpressVPN Windows app on your Steam Deck.

Connect to a VPN router

You can connect your Steam Deck to a VPN-enabled router to achieve full VPN protection following a quick and easy installation process. Alternatively, you can also get the ExpressVPN Aircove router with built-in* VPN protection.

*An active ExpressVPN subscription, sold separately, is required for VPN features.
The router will still perform standard functions without one.

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Countries with the Steam Deck

The Steam Deck is now shipping to the U.S., Canada, the European Union, and the UK. It is also available for reservation in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

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What is the Steam Deck?

What is Steam Deck?

The Steam Deck is a handheld gaming console developed by the Valve Corporation that was released in early 2024 after several years of development. The console runs a custom Linux distribution called SteamOS that's based on Arch Linux and incorporates the Steam storefront and game launcher.

While each model varies with internal storage options, their specifications are identical. All models also support the ability to expand storage space via microSD cards.

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Why use ExpressVPN for gaming?

Servers in 105 countries

Secure servers are available for India, Brazil, the UK, Australia, and many other locations.

Unlimited bandwidth

You can play online games for as long as you want. We won’t stop you.

Dedicated support

The ExpressVPN Support Team is available around the clock via live chat and email.

Lightning-fast speeds

Get ultra-fast speeds and minimal buffering. Run the VPN Speed Test and see for yourself.

Watch other content

Get access to websites censored by some countries, like YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.

Money-back guarantee

If you’re not satisfied using the Steam Deck with ExpressVPN, get a full refund within 30 days.

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