Private Internet Access Adds 10 New Server Locations
The expansion uses virtual server technology to widen the provider's global network footprint.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Data Centers
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Private Internet Access has added 10 new server locations, including Bermuda, Ghana, and Kenya, to its global network. This expansion uses virtual server technology to increase its reported count to 170 locations across 104 countries.
Why it matters
Expanding server density and geographic reach is a primary competitive lever for VPN providers seeking to minimize latency and bypass regional access restrictions. These additions allow the company to broaden its infrastructure footprint into emerging markets.
The provider reports 170 server locations, which lags behind competitors like NordVPN with 225 and ExpressVPN with 196. Independent auditing suggests a slightly higher presence of 176 total locations across 112 countries.
The players
Private Internet Access
A VPN service provider based in Colorado that offers privacy software and network infrastructure services.
NordVPN
A global VPN provider that maintains a competitor network of 225 server locations.
ExpressVPN
A VPN service provider currently operating 196 locations across 113 countries.
The details
The expansion relies on virtual server technology, which maps multiple virtual instances to physical hardware to establish a presence in new geographic regions without deploying localized physical data centers. This method maintains security standards while broadening network ingress points. The provider also added dedicated streaming servers in Europe and the Americas to optimize bandwidth for media consumption.
Timeline
September 2026: The company added 15 initial server locations.
October 15, 2026: The company announced the addition of 10 new server locations.
The Tech Race
The provider leverages virtual server technology to scale its infrastructure in a market where physical presence is increasingly cost-prohibitive. This move marks a continuation of the race to expand geographic coverage and improve node density against established leaders like NordVPN.
Users can now route traffic through 10 new jurisdictions, potentially improving connection speeds or access for those located in or near Bermuda, Ghana, and Kenya. These servers are immediately available to existing subscribers via the standard software interface.
The takeaway
The trend among major VPN providers toward rapid network expansion via virtualization suggests a shift in value from physical hardware to software-defined reach. Users should monitor independent network audits to verify how frequently virtual node additions translate to improved real-world latency.
Further reading
Learn more about the infrastructure behind network routing at Data Centers.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TechRadar.
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