The OpenVPN client version may slightly differ than the ones shown in the following examples; please use the most recent version available through the OpenVPN Downloads page, as linked below.

Step 1: Download OpenVPN

Visit the official download page for the Windows OpenVPN Installer, located here:

Step 2: If prompted, save the .dmg file

Step 3: Double Click the saved file

Double-click the .pkg file that appears after opening the .dmg file.

Step 4: Follow the prompts in the Installer

You will be prompted to enter your administrator password in order to complete the installation. This password is the same password you use to login to your device.

Step 5: Download OpenVPN Configs

Download the OpenVPN Configuration Files here.

Step 6: Open the Config File

After opening the Config file, in the download location of the .zip, you will see a folder labeled “openvpn.” From here, you can add your preferred configuration files by clicking the "file” option within the OpenVPN Connect Application.

Step 7: Drag and Drop the Server of Your Choice

You can drag and drop each file, individually, from the openvpn folder. You can also select “Browse” and add the files by clicking them from the list and opening them.

Step 8: Enter PIA Username and Password

You will now be asked to enter your PIA username. Please click the “Save Password” Checkbox and add your PIA password.

Step 9: Toggle on the Connection

You can now toggle the connection “on”, thereby connecting to your chosen server.

NOTE: If prompted, to choose an external certificate, click “Continue” as the certificates are already in the OpenVPN files.