During installation on Windows, NymVPN asks for Microsoft Edge WebView2 if it is not already present. This is expected, and on most up-to-date Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems WebView2 is already installed, so you will never see the prompt.
Why NymVPN needs WebView2
The NymVPN Windows app is built using Tauri, an open-source framework for cross-platform development. This allows us to maintain a unified code base for both Linux and Windows, helping speed up development. With Tauri, the app's frontend is developed using modern web technologies like JavaScript and React, while relying on a secure Rust backend. By default, Tauri uses the operating system's built-in web renderer to display the app's interface, and on Windows that renderer is Edge WebView2.
How to get WebView2
If the installer reports that WebView2 is missing, download it from Microsoft's website, install it, then run the NymVPN installer again.
Related questions
Does WebView2 see my VPN traffic?
No. WebView2 only renders the app's interface, like a window frame. Your VPN traffic and network operations are handled by NymVPN's own backend and daemon.
Do I need the Edge browser installed?
No. WebView2 is a system component that is separate from the Edge browser. You can use any browser you like.