OpenVPN Connect not opening

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sonicqix
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Re: OpenVPN Connect not opening

Post by sonicqix » Fri Apr 28, 2023 9:42 pm

theflakes wrote:
Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:39 pm
This fixed it for me from OVPN support: You might need to clean Temp folder if client doesn't start.
Win+R > %Temp% > Ctrl+A > Shift + Delete > Enter
OMG, this worked. THANKS!

Ronv
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Re: OpenVPN Connect not opening

Post by Ronv » Wed Jun 28, 2023 4:07 pm

i'm having the same problem, deleted the %temp% didn't helped, did you solved it ? any suggestions?

Loghman
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Re: OpenVPN Connect not opening

Post by Loghman » Thu Nov 16, 2023 4:52 am

Hi :)

I had same issue.
Deleting temp didn't work for me.
After I tried to run the OpenVPNConnect.exe from PowerShell I could see the error.

PS C:\Program Files\OpenVPN Connect> OpenVPNConnect
OpenVPNConnect : The term 'OpenVPNConnect' is not recognized as the name of a cmdlet, function, script file, or
operable program. Check the spelling of the name, or if a path was included, verify that the path is correct and try
again.
At line:1 char:1
+ OpenVPNConnect
+ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
+ CategoryInfo : ObjectNotFound: (OpenVPNConnect:String) [], CommandNotFoundException
+ FullyQualifiedErrorId : CommandNotFoundException



Suggestion [3,General]: The command OpenVPNConnect was not found, but does exist in the current location. Windows PowerShell does not load commands from the current location by default. If you trust this command, instead type: ".\OpenVPNConnect". See "get-help about_Command_Precedence" for more details.
So I just typed the following command as the PS suggested.

Code: Select all

.\OpenVPNConnect
and finally the program execute properly.
I have run the PowerShell as administrator.

have a nice time. ;)

madhavi
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Re: OpenVPN windows installer not responding

Post by madhavi » Tue Jan 14, 2025 2:12 pm

HI Im using openVPN openvpn-connect-3.4.4.3412_signed this packege im not able to open
the error messgae is windows instalelr is not responding,Is this relate dto openvpn or windows 11
can you pelase let me know,thanks madhavi

EvelynC93
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Re: OpenVPN Connect not opening

Post by EvelynC93 » Mon Apr 28, 2025 9:53 am

Ugh, when apps just refuse to open, it's like your digital world is slamming doors in your face! Super annoying. There are a few usual suspects when this happens on Windows 11.
Sometimes, it's just a temporary hiccup. The app might have gotten a little stuck. So, the first thing to try is the good old restart your computer trick. Seriously, it often works wonders for these kinds of random issues.
If a restart doesn't do the magic, the app itself might be a bit wonky. You could try repairing or resetting the app. To do this, go to Settings (Windows key + I), then Apps, then Installed apps. Find the app that's giving you trouble, click the three dots next to it, and see if you have options for "Repair" or "Reset." Repair tries to fix the app without deleting your data, while Reset basically starts it over like it was just installed.
Another thing to consider is if your Windows installation itself is having a moment. Running the System File Checker (SFC) can sometimes find and fix corrupted system files that might be interfering with apps. Just open Command Prompt as an administrator (search for "cmd," right-click, and choose "Run as administrator") and type in sfc /scannow, then hit Enter. Let it do its thing – it might take a little while.
It's also worth checking if your app is up to date. Sometimes, older versions can have bugs. If it's an app from the Microsoft Store, open the Store and check for updates in your Library. For other apps, you might need to check within the app itself or go to the developer's website.

If you are getting frustration after trying these solutions, you can follow for more better instruction below.
https://thegeekpage.com/apps-not-opening/

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