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“NordVPN is the best choice for most people. It’s easy to use, fast and offers lots of servers in many locations around the world.”

Jim Martin

Jim Martin

Executive editor

TECH ADVISOR

Why choose NordVPN?

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Connection speed* 6730+ Mbps 2220+ Mbps 3320+ Mbps 1600+ Mbps 2320+ Mbps
Covered locations 195 105** 63** 122** 96+
Specialty servers ✓ ✕ ✕ ✓ ✓
Dedicated IP ✓ ✓ ✕ ✕ ✓
Malware scan for downloads ✓ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕
Alerts about leaked credentials ✓ ✓ ✕ ✓ ✓
Tracker and ad blocker ✓ ✓ ✕ ✓ ✓
Malicious site detection ✓ ✓ ✕ ✓ ✕
App vulnerability scanner ✓ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕
AI-powered threat detection ✓ ✕ ✕ ✓ ✕
24/7 customer support ✓ ✓ ✓ ✕ ✓
Password manager ✓ ✓ ✕ ✓ ✓
Encrypted cloud storage ✓ ✕ ✕ ✓ ✓
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Threat Protection

Stay confident at every click with Threat Protection Pro™

Threat Protection Pro™ is an anti-malware tool integrated directly into the NordVPN app. It keeps you safer online by blocking malicious downloads, phishing sites, intrusive ads, and trackers. The best part? Threat Protection Pro™ works even without an active VPN connection.

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A truly global VPN server network

Choose among thousands of ultra-fast VPN servers worldwide. Enjoy a stable connection wherever you are.

Locations

212

VPN servers

9,400+

Blazing speeds

Unlimited bandwidth

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But don't just take our word for it

Is NordVPN the best VPN service for privacy? Let's ask our users and tech experts.

User

Scoob

@Scoob1534

Twitter

Loving the new Apple TV app @NordVPN. Very sleek UI and an outstanding VPN service. Been trusting my devices with you for years.#nordvpn #appletv #appletvapp #vpn

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Nathan Corliss

@MrNathanCorliss

Twitter

This is completely unsolicited praise, @NordVPN, is very helpful as an advertiser testing search ads, and as a work-anywhere person who needs to ensure I have a safe internet connection. Great value. So easy to use, I actually use it. Keep up the good work.

User

Pedro

@PedroTheKiwi

Twitter

I've been using NordVPN and their other products for the last 4 years. Absolutely outstanding product and service

PCMag

"As VPN services go, it's hard to beat NordVPN. It has a large and diverse collection of servers, an excellent collection of advanced features, strong privacy and security practices, and approachable clients for every major platform."

Max Eddy

Software analyst, PCMag

YouTube

"The bottom line here is: When you’re online, you don’t have to worry about being secure or about your information getting out there if you have a VPN. NordVPN makes it simple."

Tech of Tomorrow

Tech reviewer, YouTube

PewDiePie

PewDiePie

110M subscribers

"Browse the internet safely, but most importantly, freely. A VPN is one of those things that are just good to have. I recommend NordVPN."

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Veritasium

Veritasium

20.7M subscribers

"I've been using NordVPN for years now. And it's been a lifesaver while travelling. I highly recommend them!"

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Kurzgesagt

Kurzgesagt

25.2M subscribers

"NordVPN is easy to use and lets us focus on what we really care about."

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Editors' Choice 2026

Forbes

Forbes Advisor

The Best VPN Provider 2025

CNN

CNN Underscored

Editors' Pick 2024

Independent

Independent Advisor

Best VPN 2023

Questions? We have answers.

NordVPN creates an encrypted “tunnel” over the internet to protect the data traveling between you and your internet destination — anything from your online banking account to a video-sharing website to a search engine.

This tunnel is created by first authenticating your computer with a VPN server. The server then uses one of several encryption protocols to make sure that no one can monitor the information traveling between you and your online destination.
Once you connect to a server, NordVPN will keep running even when the app is closed, so you can safely surf the net. To see if the app is working, check the top corner of your device. If the connection is on, you will see the VPN icon. If you are worried about an unstable connection, turn on the NordVPN Kill Switch feature. It will disable the internet until the VPN connection is restored.
Yes, you can use NordVPN when traveling. It will help you stay safe on unsecured wireless networks and keep access to the content and sites you're used to. We also offer an obfuscated server option for countries that restrict VPN usage. Please check our Help Center for further instructions on how to use the obfuscated servers.
Using a password manager helps you to generate strong passwords, store them in one secure and convenient location, sync passwords across all your devices, and automatically fill in your login information.

If you're looking for a hassle-free way to create and remember passwords, you can get our password manager, NordPass, on top of your VPN subscription.
On an encrypted cloud, you can store your documents, photos, videos, and folders safely. You can access them wherever you go and be sure your files are backed up, synced, and protected from snoopers and malware.

If you want to keep your files safe, you can buy our end-to-end encrypted cloud storage service, NordLocker, along with your VPN subscription.