GL.iNet and ExpressVPN Launch Fortify, a High-Performance VPN Router for Secure Home Connectivity

Hong Kong, September 16, 2026 — GL.iNet, a global provider of secure and customizable networking solutions, today announced the launch of Fortify (GL-MT6000), a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 VPN router developed in collaboration with ExpressVPN.

Built on GL.iNet’s established Flint 2 hardware and networking platform, Fortify combines high-performance home networking with ExpressVPN’s VPN and privacy technology to provide a simpler way to manage VPN protection across the home.

Fortify comes with 12 months of ExpressVPN’s Advanced plan for new and returning users, bringing the router and VPN service together in an integrated experience from initial setup.

Expanding the GL.iNet and ExpressVPN Partnership

Fortify represents a strategic expansion of the collaboration between GL.iNet and ExpressVPN.

While the two companies have previously worked together within the router ecosystem, Fortify marks the beginning of a longer-term co-branded router partnership focused on creating more closely integrated networking and VPN experiences.

Through this partnership, GL.iNet and ExpressVPN aim to make network-level VPN connectivity easier to access and manage while continuing to deliver the performance, flexibility, and control expected from a high-performance home router.

A High-Performance Foundation for Fortify

Fortify is built on GL.iNet’s Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) platform, combining powerful networking hardware with GL.iNet’s flexible router software and networking features.

The router delivers dual-band AX6000 Wi-Fi 6, with maximum wireless rates of up to 1,148 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and 4,804 Mbps on the 5 GHz band, together with 4×4 MU-MIMO to support multiple connected devices efficiently.

Fortify features:

• AX6000 dual-band Wi-Fi 6
• 4×4 MU-MIMO
• Quad-core 2.0 GHz processor
• 1 GB DDR4 memory
• 8 GB eMMC storage
• WireGuard® VPN speeds up to 900 Mbps*
• OpenVPN DCO speeds up to 880 Mbps*
• Multi-WAN failover
• Smart Queue Management
• AdGuard Home support

These capabilities are designed to support demanding home-network activities including streaming, remote work, video calls, gaming, smart-home connectivity, and everyday internet use, while giving users greater control over how VPN connectivity is managed across their network.

At launch, Fortify integrates ExpressVPN via WireGuard®, with VPN setup and management built directly into GL.iNet’s router interface.

*VPN speeds can reach up to 900 Mbps on WireGuard®. VPN speed figures are based on the router’s hardware VPN capability in client mode under controlled local network conditions. Actual speeds over an ExpressVPN connection may vary depending on the VPN server, ISP, client device, and network conditions.

A Partnership Built on Complementary Strengths

GL.iNet provides the networking hardware, firmware, and router platform, drawing on its experience developing secure, flexible, and high-performance networking products for users around the world. ExpressVPN provides the VPN service and privacy technology integrated into the Fortify experience.

The collaboration allows both companies to focus on their respective areas of expertise while creating a more integrated and accessible VPN router experience for modern households.

“At GL.iNet, we are deeply committed to engineering refined networking solutions that prioritize seamless integration and user experience,” said Alfie Zhao, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at GL.iNet. “ExpressVPN is a recognized leader in the VPN industry, and we greatly appreciate the high level of professionalism and dedication their team brought to this collaboration. Fortify reflects our joint effort to make home-network VPN management intuitive, powerful, and accessible right out of the box.”

“Fortify gives customers a significantly more capable router while allowing both companies to focus on what they do best: GL.iNet on networking hardware and ExpressVPN on VPN and privacy technology,” said Zac Eller, GM of Global Partnerships at ExpressVPN. “With 12 months of the ExpressVPN Advanced plan included, it’s a stronger offer for customers today and the start of a longer-term router partnership with GL.iNet.”

Fortify is the first product in a longer-term co-branded router partnership between GL.iNet and ExpressVPN, with both companies continuing to explore future router experiences together.

12 Months of the ExpressVPN Advanced Plan Included

Every Fortify router includes 12 months of ExpressVPN’s Advanced plan for new and returning users.

The subscription enables customers to use ExpressVPN through Fortify and through ExpressVPN apps on their personal devices when away from their home network.

ExpressVPN’s Advanced plan also includes additional privacy and security services such as ExpressKeys, ExpressVPN’s zero-knowledge password manager; Advanced Protection for blocking ads, trackers, malicious sites, and adult content; and ExpressMailGuard for email privacy.

These additional ExpressVPN Advanced plan features are available through ExpressVPN’s apps and services rather than directly through the Fortify router interface.

Availability

Fortify (GL-MT6000) will be available beginning September 16, 2026, through the official GL.iNet online store at an MSRP of $199.99 USD, with Amazon availability expected to follow after launch.

For more information, visit the official Fortify product page on GL.iNet.

About GL.iNet

Founded in 2010, GL.iNet is a global technology company delivering secure, reliable, and flexible connectivity solutions. Its diverse portfolio includes routers for travel, home, business, and rural connectivity, alongside VPN gateways, IoT gateways, cellular networking solutions, remote management platforms, and customized network services. Beyond networking, GL.iNet is expanding into smart living and mobility products, including human presence sensors, dashcams, and travel cameras.

Across its networking portfolio, GL.iNet focuses on giving users greater control over security, privacy, performance, and network management. GL.iNet’s innovation and product design have been recognized by international honors, including the CES Innovation Awards, MUSE Design Awards, and Red Dot Design Awards.

Serving customers in more than 120 countries, GL.iNet continues to make advanced connectivity and smart technologies more accessible, adaptable, and secure.

About ExpressVPN

Founded in 2009, ExpressVPN helps millions of people worldwide take control of their digital privacy and security. Best known for its consumer VPN service, ExpressVPN has expanded its privacy and security portfolio across password management, identity protection, email privacy, and other digital security services.

ExpressVPN is registered in the British Virgin Islands and has been part of Kape Technologies since 2021.

Press Contact

GL.iNet Press Team: marketing@gl-inet.com