OpenVPN CloudConnexa
Business VPN software
Software-defined perimeter (SDP) software
Zero trust networking software
Network security software
Zero trust architecture software
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What is OpenVPN CloudConnexa
OpenVPN CloudConnexa is a cloud-managed VPN and secure access service that uses OpenVPN tunneling to connect users, sites, and cloud networks. It targets IT and security teams that need centrally managed remote access, site-to-site connectivity, and controlled access to private applications across distributed environments. The service provides a hosted control plane for identity, policy, and network configuration while endpoints connect using OpenVPN clients and connectors. It is positioned as a managed alternative to self-hosted VPN gateways for organizations that want SaaS administration and faster rollout.
SaaS-managed VPN control plane
CloudConnexa provides a hosted management layer for creating networks, enrolling users/devices, and distributing connection profiles. This reduces the need to deploy and maintain VPN management infrastructure compared with self-managed VPN servers. Centralized administration supports common operational tasks such as onboarding, revocation, and configuration changes. It fits teams that prefer a cloud console rather than managing VPN appliances or virtual machines.
Supports multiple connectivity patterns
The product supports remote user access as well as site-to-site connectivity through connectors/gateways. This enables connecting branch networks, cloud VPC/VNets, and individual devices into a single managed overlay. It can be used to publish access to internal services without exposing them directly to the public internet. This flexibility is useful for hybrid environments where both user and network connectivity are required.
Leverages OpenVPN ecosystem
CloudConnexa builds on the OpenVPN protocol and client ecosystem, which is widely deployed across operating systems. Organizations that already use OpenVPN clients and configurations can often align operational processes and troubleshooting practices. The approach can simplify endpoint coverage for mixed device fleets. It also allows teams familiar with OpenVPN to adopt a cloud-managed model without switching to an entirely different tunneling technology.
Not a full SASE stack
CloudConnexa focuses on secure connectivity and access control rather than providing a broad set of cloud security services. Organizations looking for integrated secure web gateway, CASB, or advanced inline inspection may need additional products. This can increase architectural complexity when a single consolidated edge security platform is required. Fit depends on whether the primary need is private access versus full internet security controls.
Cloud dependency for management
Because the control plane is SaaS, administration and some lifecycle operations depend on the vendor’s cloud availability and the organization’s ability to reach it. This can be a constraint for environments with strict offline/air-gapped requirements or where management-plane sovereignty is a concern. Some organizations may prefer self-hosted management for tighter control over upgrades and operational access. It also introduces vendor-managed change cadence compared with fully self-managed deployments.
Policy model may require tuning
Moving from traditional network-based VPN access to more granular application/resource access can require redesigning access policies and network segmentation. Teams may need time to map identities, groups, and routes to least-privilege access patterns. Misconfiguration can lead to overly broad access or connectivity gaps during rollout. This is common when transitioning from legacy VPN designs to zero-trust-style access controls.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter (Free) | Free — up to 3 seats | Instant access to core features; no credit card required; intended for testing/evaluation. |
| Essential | $7 per seat/month | Includes LDAP & SAML, IPsec support, Log Streaming to SIEM, Public API, Application sharing between accounts, 24/7 priority support; annual billing available (saves up to 20%); 14-day free trial offered. |
| Premium | $9.50 per seat/month | Everything in Essential plus SCIM support, increased log retention, higher network limits and access controls, up to 10M events on Log Streaming, Dedicated Account Manager, 99.9% uptime SLA; annual billing available; 14-day free trial offered. |
| Enterprise & IoT | Custom pricing | Configurable usage thresholds, guided onboarding & POC, custom pricing and SLAs; contact sales for quote. |
Seller details
OpenVPN Inc.
Pleasanton, California, US
2002
Private
https://openvpn.net/
https://x.com/openvpn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/openvpn/
