Nord VPN Review

User Interface

NordVPN has an intuitive, user-friendly interface, making it easy to find and enable the features you want. You can quickly switch between servers and choose your protocol to tailor your VPN protection to your needs.

Some NordVPN apps also have several presets that combine VPN connection settings with shortcuts to apps and websites. Clicking on a preset provides secure, VPN-protected access to your favourite online sites directly from the app.

• • Easily switch between servers.

• • Choose the right protocol for your needs.

• • Set up NordVPN in minutes on most devices.

• • Choose between light and dark modes.

• • Connect to a VPN with a click.

Servers

NordVPN has an extensive, ever-growing list of server locations. Choosing a VPN provider with a global server network means you’ll more easily find one nearby. Typically, the closer you are to the server, the faster your connection.

With over 5,500 ultra-fast servers in 60 countries, NordVPN’s server network is truly impressive. You can change your IP address to virtually any location, allowing you to enjoy more online security without compromising fast connection speeds.

NordVPN also has several specialty servers for extra protection.

• • Obfuscated servers hide the fact that you’re using a VPN and help you avoid VPN-blocking firewalls. These servers are handy in regions with heavy internet restrictions.

• • Double VPN encrypts your internet traffic twice for extra privacy and security. Your data is much harder for cybercriminals to crack.

• • Onion Over VPN combines the security of a VPN tunnel with the advantages of The Onion Router (Tor). You can use it with any browser you like — no need to install the Tor browser.

Gaming

NordVPN is an excellent choice for those who enjoy online gaming. With NordVPN’s next-level encryption, you can play games with more peace of mind, whether you’re using private or public Wi-Fi.

Your traffic will be safe from snoopers, with sensitive data wrapped in a layer of protection. Additionally, connecting to a NordVPN server will hide your traffic from ISPs — so you won’t have to worry about your internet provider slowing you down based on the gaming websites you visit.

NordVPN is officially the fastest VPN on the market — and in gaming, speed is everything. With its own version of the revolutionary Wireguard protocol (NordLynx), NordVPN delivers excellent speeds for a smoother, better gaming experience.

Recently, NordVPN launched Meshnet — a feature that allows you to create your own private network and form a secure connection between devices from anywhere. Meshnet is ideal for LAN multiplayer games (e.g., Stardew Valley or Minecraft). You can use it on macOS, iOS, Windows, Android, and Linux devices.

Streaming

Going abroad for work or leisure often comes with content limitations. Accessing the sites or services you use back home may not be possible when you’re away — which can be frustrating.

With NordVPN’s extensive server network, you can log in to the paid streaming platforms you usually use and continue watching your shows from anywhere. No need to take a break from streaming while traveling — you can take your streaming subscriptions with you.

Thanks to the global server network and the NordLynx protocol, NordVPN offers blazing-fast streaming speeds and no buffering or lag so that you can watch content without interruptions.

Unblocking

Many countries impose severe internet restrictions, limiting your online freedom and choice. NordVPN helps you bypass internet censorship, protect your privacy and reclaim your online freedom. By connecting to a server in another country, you can hide your virtual location and access censored content.

NordVPN also provides emergency VPN access in severe cases (for example, to journalists and activists facing severe internet oppression and internet blackouts).

Protocol

NordVPN uses three secure VPN protocols — OpenVPN, IKEv2/IPsec, and NordLynx.

• • OpenVPN is a widely-used VPN protocol offering strong, reliable encryption. Developed in 2001, OpenVPN is open source, meaning its code is publicly accessible. Several agencies have audited the code but haven’t detected any security flaws to date.

• • IKEv2/IPsec uses powerful cryptographic algorithms and keys to secure your data. It’s known for its ability to quickly reestablish a VPN connection after interruptions, making it an excellent choice for mobile devices that often switch between different networks. If you choose this protocol, you’ll need to set it up manually.

• • NordLynx is NordVPN’s own Wireguard-based protocol known for its ultra-fast speed. Wireguard’s cutting-edge technology and top-tier cryptology make NordLynx fast, modern, and lightweight.

AdBlocker

NordVPN offers several features beyond a virtual private network, such as Threat Protection.

Threat Protection increases your online privacy and security by:

• • Blocking intrusive ads and trackers.

• • Preventing you from visiting malicious sites.

• • Protecting you from malware by scanning the files you download.

Many websites you visit use web trackers to analyze your traffic and find out what you do online. This information creates your digital profile, making it easier for brands to serve ads based on previous purchases. Threat Protection helps you avoid these trackers, shielding your online experience from snoopers.

In addition to trackers, the web is swarming with annoying ads and pop-ups. These are sometimes more than a nuisance because they may carry malware. Threat Protection stops ads and pop-ups from interrupting your browsing experience and potentially spreading malware onto your device.

Threat Protection also stops you from accidentally visiting unsafe sites. Cybercriminals employ sneaky ways of redirecting you to malicious websites, which can sometimes happen very quickly. Threat Protection automatically blocks access to dangerous sites before they cause any damage.

Additionally, it checks the files you download for malware and removes the infected ones before they can harm your device.

Pricing

NordVPN offers a range of plans and excellent discounts for long-term subscriptions. You can get 1-month, 1-year, or 2-year plans right now.

You’ll find great deals on the NordVPN website throughout the year, with an excellent offer right now: two years of NordVPN for just $3.79/month! This deal gets you NordVPN with a massive 54% off. Plus, you’ll get 3 extra months with every 2-year plan.

NordVPN is now also available in bundles, letting you save more by combining a VPN with other digital security and privacy solutions:

• • NordPass – a top-rated, secure, cross-platform password manager.

• • NordLocker – a file encryption and storage service.

Here’s how much you’ll pay for a 2-year bundle plan right now:

• • Plus (NordVPN + NordPass) — $4.59/month with 56% off

• • Complete (NordVPN + NordPass + NordLocker) — $5.79/month with 65% off

Supported OS

Nord VPN is compatible with all available devices.