While GPSGate is safe, Windows 10 can sometimes interrupt driver installation. Temporarily pause real-time protection (re-enable after completion).
Always download from franson.com. Beware of third-party sites. The current installer file is typically named gpsgate_26_x64.exe . franson gpsgate 26 windows 10 top
Right-click the installer → Run as Administrator . This ensures the virtual COM port drivers register correctly in the Windows Registry. While GPSGate is safe, Windows 10 can sometimes
| Feature | Franson GPSGate 26 | Free Virtual Serial Port Emulators | XPort (by Eltima) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | ✅ Advanced | ❌ None | ⚠️ Basic | | Recording/Playback | ✅ Native | ❌ No | ❌ No | | Windows 10 Driver Signing | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Often unsigned | ✅ Yes | | Network Sharing (TCP/IP) | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ⚠️ Separate product | | Stability with 10+ outputs | ✅ Excellent | ❌ Poor | ✅ Good | | Price for 1-user license | ~$59 USD | Free (but risky) | ~$99 USD | Beware of third-party sites