{"id":27988,"date":"2024-11-30T07:26:27","date_gmt":"2024-11-30T07:26:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/?p=27988"},"modified":"2026-08-12T10:21:53","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T07:21:53","slug":"how-to-use-nordvpn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/how-to-use-nordvpn","title":{"rendered":"Cara menggunakan NordVPN di tahun 2026: Tutorial Lengkap + Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id='quick-start'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Start<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group quick-start-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .image-is-svg, .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/CTA-89.png\" alt=\"NordVPN logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-7574\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This guide covers every NordVPN feature:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#getting-started-with-nordvpn\">Getting Started<\/a> \u2014 Create an account, install NordVPN, and connect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-threat-protection-pro\">How to Use Threat Protection Pro<\/a> \u2014 Blocks ads, trackers, and malicious downloads via DNS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-dedicated-ip\">How to Use Dedicated IP<\/a> \u2014 A private IP address reserved for one account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-dark-web-monitor\">How to Use Dark Web Monitor<\/a> \u2014 Scans breach dumps for your account email<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-multiple-devices\">How to Use Multiple Devices<\/a> \u2014 One account covers ten simultaneous connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-meshnet\">How to Use Meshnet<\/a> \u2014 Routes traffic between your own devices securely<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-secure-encryption\">How to Use Secure Encryption<\/a> \u2014 AES-256 encryption plus post-quantum protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-split-tunneling\">How to Use Split Tunneling<\/a> \u2014 Sends only chosen apps through the VPN tunnel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-smartplay\">How to Use SmartPlay<\/a> \u2014 Smart DNS built into every NordVPN server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-nordvpn-private-dns\">How to Use Private DNS<\/a> \u2014 Handles every DNS request on NordVPN servers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Time needed:<\/strong> 5 minutes per feature<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also in this guide:<\/strong> <a href=\"#nordvpn-pro-tips-and-shortcuts\">Pro Tips<\/a> | <a href=\"#nordvpn-common-mistakes-to-avoid\">Common Mistakes<\/a> | <a href=\"#nordvpn-troubleshooting\">Troubleshooting<\/a> | <a href=\"#nordvpn-pricing\">Pricing<\/a> | <a href=\"#nordvpn-vs-alternatives\">Alternatives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Why Trust This Guide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have used NordVPN for two years on a Windows PC and an <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/ai-assistants-for-android\"   title=\"Android\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148857\">Android<\/a> device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also runs on my router at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every screen in this step by step guide comes from my own account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No press kit screenshots, and no vendor talking points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Fahim-AI-2-44.png\" alt=\"How to use NordVPN\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NordVPN is the best known <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn\" title=\"vpn\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148821\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vpn<\/a> provider on the market today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But most people press Quick Connect once and never touch the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This detailed guide shows you how to use NordVPN feature by feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each part takes about five minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='nordvpn-tutorial'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NordVPN Tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This tutorial walks through the whole <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-japan\" title=\"vpn\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148827\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vpn<\/a> service from your first install.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Later sections cover the settings that give you more control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .image-is-svg, .kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image140091_6c1b5b-f4\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/CTA-89.png\" alt=\"NordVPN logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-7574\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">NordVPN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">Hide your IP address and encrypt your traffic in one click. NordVPN runs thousands of servers, a strict no-logs policy, and AES-256 encryption on ten <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-multiple-devices\" title=\"devices\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148850\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">devices<\/a> at once. Backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY NORDVPN NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/nordvpn\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/nordvpn-alternatives\">NORDVPN ALTERNATIVES \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='getting-started-with-nordvpn'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" id=\"getting-started-with-nordvpn\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting Started with NordVPN<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before any feature works, you need to set up a VPN account and install the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It takes about three minutes on most devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what the first week looked like for me:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Use NordVPN: Tutorial for Beginners 2026\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e5ydWK8Tnug?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now let us walk through each step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-create-your-account'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Create Your Account<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open the NordVPN website and click Get NordVPN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick a plan, enter your email, and set a password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will be asked for a subscription before the vpn service turns on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> A confirmation email lands in your <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/inbox-placement-tool\" title=\"inbox\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148845\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">inbox<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-download-and-install-the-app'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Download and Install the App<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Download the native vpn client for your operating system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows, macOS, Linux, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/accounting-software-for-mac\" title=\"iOS\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iOS<\/a>, and Android all have their own build.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Android users grab it from the Google Play Store in one tap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what you get inside:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"NordVPN review &amp; tutorial | EVERYTHING you need to know!\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/90PZj_RcxFw?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The NordVPN app opens on your computer or phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-connect-for-the-first-time'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Connect for the First Time<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Log in, then press the big Quick Connect button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app picks the fastest nearby vpn server for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or choose NordVPN locations by hand from the country list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Done:<\/strong> You are successfully connected and ready for every feature below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-threat-protection-pro'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-threat-protection-pro\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Threat Protection Pro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Threat Protection Pro<\/strong> lets you block ads, trackers, and malware files with no VPN connection running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-open-threat-protection'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Open Threat Protection<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Launch the NordVPN app and click the shield icon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It sits in the left sidebar on a Windows PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-turn-on-each-toggle'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Turn on each toggle<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enable web protection, ad blocking, and file scanning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Threat Protection Pro blocks intrusive ads and malicious domains using DNS filtering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"NordVPN Threat Protection Review | How good is this ad blocker?\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kxbw_sxSPZk?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The shield turns green and shows a running block count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-add-your-exceptions'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Add your exceptions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whitelist any site that breaks, then reload the page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Ads and tracker requests stop before they reach your device.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> It keeps working without a VPN connection, so leave it on all day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-dedicated-ip'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-dedicated-ip\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Dedicated IP<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dedicated IP<\/strong> lets you get a static IP address that only you use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-buy-the-add-on'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Buy the add-on<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Log in to your account on the NordVPN website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick a country, then add Dedicated IP to your plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-select-your-server'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Select your server<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your new server appears at the top of the server list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click it once to start an encrypted connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why you need a Dedicated IP | NordVPN\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I_nW-KQXITU?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The app shows your dedicated server address, not a shared one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-whitelist-the-address'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Whitelist the address<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paste the IP address into your work tool or admin panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Banks and work dashboards stop flagging every new VPN connection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Use it for remote desktop access where a shared server address gets blocked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-dark-web-monitor'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-dark-web-monitor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Dark Web Monitor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dark Web Monitor<\/strong> lets you get alerts when your credentials appear in a <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/alaya-ai\" title=\"data\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148824\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">data<\/a> breach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-open-the-tool'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Open the tool<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find Dark Web Monitor in the sidebar of the NordVPN app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-start-the-scan'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Start the scan<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click Enable and let the first scan finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It checks the email tied to your account against known leaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"New encryption protocol, app and Dark Web Monitor redesign | Q3 2025 NordVPN news\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jwrAgi_s394?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> You see a clean report or a dated list of leaked services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-fix-flagged-logins'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Fix flagged logins<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Change every password the scan reports, starting with email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> You learn about a breach in hours instead of months.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Keep desktop notifications on so alerts reach you outside the app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-multiple-devices'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-multiple-devices\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Multiple Devices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Multiple Devices<\/strong> lets you protect ten devices at once from a single subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-sign-in-everywhere'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Sign in everywhere<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simply install the app, then log in with the same account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do this on your phone, laptop, and tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-match-each-operating-system'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Match each operating system<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Download and install the build for that operating system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On an Android device, grab it from the Google Play Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Can You Use NordVPN On Multiple Devices?\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vfIUP6Rri7g?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The account page lists every active NordVPN connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-cover-the-rest-with-a-router'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Cover the rest with a router<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flash the VPN configuration onto your router for all your devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> All your devices share one subscription without extra cost.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Cannot reach the Google Play Store? Sideload the .apk file instead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-meshnet'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-meshnet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Meshnet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Meshnet<\/strong> lets you link your own machines into a private network across the internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-enable-meshnet'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Enable Meshnet<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Meshnet in the NordVPN app and flip the switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-invite-a-device'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Invite a device<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Send an invite to your other computer or to a friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accept it there to join the same private network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to use NordVPN\u2019s Meshnet | Remote desktop access tutorial\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UKuspy3XRco?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Both machines appear online in the Meshnet device list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-route-your-traffic'  id=\"boomdevs_26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Route your traffic<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick a linked device and send your traffic through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> You reach home files from anywhere without opening a port.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Meshnet also works as a free LAN party host for game nights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-secure-encryption'  id=\"boomdevs_27\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-secure-encryption\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Secure Encryption<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Secure Encryption<\/strong> lets you wrap your internet connection in AES-256 encryption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-open-connection-settings'  id=\"boomdevs_28\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Open connection settings<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go to Settings, then Connection, inside the vpn client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-pick-your-vpn-type'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Pick your VPN type<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Switch between NordLynx, TCP, and UDP to suit your network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NordLynx is built on WireGuard and stays fast under load.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How secure is a VPN? | NordVPN\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ya-4q2xJH_Y?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The status bar reads Protected with your chosen protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-turn-on-the-kill-switch'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Turn on the Kill Switch<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It cuts your internet if the encrypted connection ever drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Your data and real IP address stay hidden from your provider.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Post-Quantum Encryption guards saved traffic against future quantum decryption.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-split-tunneling'  id=\"boomdevs_31\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-split-tunneling\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Split Tunneling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Split Tunneling<\/strong> lets you choose which apps use the VPN and which skip it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-find-the-setting'  id=\"boomdevs_32\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Find the setting<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Settings and click Split Tunneling in the NordVPN app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-choose-your-mode'  id=\"boomdevs_33\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Choose your mode<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enable VPN for selected apps, or disable it for a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add your banking app to the bypass list first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How Split Tunneling Works | NordVPN\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HSnSk0SrPyI?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Listed apps keep working while the rest stay encrypted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-restart-those-apps'  id=\"boomdevs_34\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Restart those apps<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Close and reopen each app so the new rule applies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Local banking and printing work without dropping your protection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Split tunneling is the quickest fix when one site blocks every VPN server.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-smartplay'  id=\"boomdevs_35\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-smartplay\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN SmartPlay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SmartPlay<\/strong> lets you access content on devices that cannot run a VPN app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-connect-normally'  id=\"boomdevs_36\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Connect normally<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SmartPlay runs on every server, so just press Quick Connect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-set-up-a-smart-tv'  id=\"boomdevs_37\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Set up a smart TV<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most smart TVs need a router or a mobile hotspot instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Share the connection from a Windows PC to your smart TV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Set Up a VPN for Apple TV | NordVPN\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/muUV8X-ymsk?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Your show library switches to the region you connected through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-cover-streaming-sticks'  id=\"boomdevs_38\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Cover streaming sticks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Install the app straight onto an Amazon Fire TV stick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Your streaming box and gaming console both sit behind the VPN.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Reboot the TV after switching servers so it drops the cached DNS record.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-nordvpn-private-dns'  id=\"boomdevs_39\" id=\"how-to-use-nordvpn-private-dns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use NordVPN Private DNS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Private DNS<\/strong> lets you keep DNS lookups inside the encrypted tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-check-for-leaks'  id=\"boomdevs_40\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Check for leaks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Run a DNS leak test while the vpn service is active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-add-a-custom-dns'  id=\"boomdevs_41\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Add a custom DNS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Settings and enter your own resolver if you want more control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leave the field empty to keep the NordVPN default.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to perform a DNS leak test | NordVPN\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C64dLiZctUo?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The test shows only NordVPN resolvers, never your provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-flush-the-old-cache'  id=\"boomdevs_42\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Flush the old cache<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clear your local DNS cache, then reload the test page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Your browsing history stays out of your provider logs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Local <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/network-discovery-tools\" title=\"network discovery\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148835\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">network discovery<\/a> can stay off so you remain invisible to nearby devices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='nordvpn-pro-tips-and-shortcuts'  id=\"boomdevs_43\" id=\"nordvpn-pro-tips-and-shortcuts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NordVPN Pro Tips and Shortcuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After two years with this vpn app, these habits saved me the most time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One note first: NordLayer default plans are the <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/best-ai-tools-for-business\" title=\"business\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148852\">business<\/a> product, not this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using a VPN daily gets much easier once you set these up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Keyboard Shortcuts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Action<\/th><th>Shortcut<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Quick Connect<\/td><td>Double-click the tray icon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reconnect after a drop<\/td><td>Right-click tray icon, pick Quick Connect<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jump to a country<\/td><td>Type its name in the search bar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Open settings<\/td><td>Click the gear icon, top right<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Hidden Features Most People Miss<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Obfuscated servers:<\/strong> They disguise VPN traffic as regular internet traffic on networks that block VPNs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Double VPN:<\/strong> Routes you through two servers and encrypts your data twice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Auto connect:<\/strong> The app starts a new VPN connection the moment internet access appears.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manual setup:<\/strong> Skip the app and build a custom configuration for extra security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='nordvpn-common-mistakes-to-avoid'  id=\"boomdevs_44\" id=\"nordvpn-common-mistakes-to-avoid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NordVPN Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #1: Leaving public Wi-Fi unprotected<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Joining cafe Wi-Fi first and opening the app later, if at all.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> Turn on auto connect for untrusted networks so protection starts with the internet connection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #2: Protecting only one device<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Installing on the laptop while the phone and smart TV stay exposed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> One account covers ten devices, so install it everywhere and stay safe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #3: Blaming the VPN for a slow network<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Staying on a server three continents away and calling the vpn provider slow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> Pick a nearby location, then switch the VPN type to NordLynx.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='nordvpn-troubleshooting'  id=\"boomdevs_45\" id=\"nordvpn-troubleshooting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NordVPN Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: NordVPN will not connect<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> A firewall or <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-school\" title=\"school\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148854\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">school<\/a> network is blocking the default protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Switch between NordLynx, TCP, and UDP, then try an obfuscated server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: The app will not install<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> Your device blocks installs from outside the store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Allow unknown sources on Android, then sideload the .apk file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Older builds, version 7.9.2 and below, also lose functions over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: Your smart TV shows no VPN option<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> Most smart TVs cannot run a vpn profile on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Use a router, a mobile hotspot, or share the connection from a Windows PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> If none of these help, contact NordVPN support inside the app.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-is-nordvpn'  id=\"boomdevs_46\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is NordVPN?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NordVPN<\/strong> is a virtual private network that hides your IP address and encrypts everything you send.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of it as a sealed envelope around your internet traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch this quick overview:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"NordVPN Review: Threat Protection, Meshnet &amp; More Explained!\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t1kaLCLx8vs?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It includes these key features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Threat Protection Pro:<\/strong> Blocks ads, trackers, and malicious downloads via DNS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dedicated IP:<\/strong> A private IP address reserved for one account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dark Web Monitor:<\/strong> Scans breach dumps for your account email<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple Devices:<\/strong> One account covers ten simultaneous connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meshnet:<\/strong> Routes traffic between your own devices securely<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Secure Encryption:<\/strong> AES-256 encryption plus post-quantum protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Split Tunneling:<\/strong> Sends only chosen apps through the VPN tunnel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SmartPlay:<\/strong> Smart DNS built into every NordVPN server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Private DNS:<\/strong> Handles every DNS request on NordVPN servers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The company keeps a strict no-logs policy, so it does not record your browsing history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a full breakdown, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/nordvpn\">NordVPN review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image1c6f18_913443 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1c6f18_913443 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Untitled-design-16.png\" alt=\"Nordvpn homepage\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='nordvpn-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_47\" id=\"nordvpn-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NordVPN Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what NordVPN costs in 2026:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Basic<\/td><td>$2.99\/mo<\/td><td>One person who only wants the VPN and Threat Protection<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plus<\/td><td>$3.49\/mo<\/td><td>Anyone who also wants a <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager-for-mac\" title=\"password manager\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148823\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">password manager<\/a> and breach scanner<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Complete<\/td><td>$5.39\/mo<\/td><td>Families who want encrypted cloud storage added on<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> No open trial, though Android sometimes offers one through the Google Play Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> 30 days on every plan, no questions asked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the current plan comparison:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image1fe654_da6729 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1fe654_da6729 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/nordvpn-pricing.png\" alt=\"Nordvpn Pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Best Value:<\/strong> Plus \u2014 the Dark Web Monitor alone is worth the extra fifty cents.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='nordvpn-vs-alternatives'  id=\"boomdevs_48\" id=\"nordvpn-vs-alternatives\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NordVPN vs Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So how does NordVPN compare with the rest of the market?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch this comparison:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Best Alternatives to NordVPN? Don&amp;apos;t Like NordVPN?\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JPsCTWPN20w?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Tool<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Rating<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>NordVPN<\/strong><\/td><td>All-round privacy and speed<\/td><td>$2.99\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expressvpn\" title=\"ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148843\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a><\/td><td>Simple apps everywhere<\/td><td>$6.67\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SurfsharkVPN<\/td><td>Unlimited devices<\/td><td>$2.19\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn\" title=\"ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148860\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN<\/a><\/td><td>Free tier and audits<\/td><td>$4.99\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/cyberghost\" title=\"CyberGhost\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148825\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CyberGhost<\/a><\/td><td>Streaming server lists<\/td><td>$2.19\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/private-internet-access\" title=\"Private Internet Access\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148846\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Private Internet Access<\/a><\/td><td>Deep manual settings<\/td><td>$2.03\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/purevpn\" title=\"PureVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148833\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PureVPN<\/a><\/td><td>Budget long-term plans<\/td><td>$2.11\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/privadovpn\" title=\"PrivadoVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148838\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PrivadoVPN<\/a><\/td><td>Free monthly data<\/td><td>$1.11\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Quick picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best overall:<\/strong> NordVPN \u2014 fastest servers with the deepest security toolkit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best budget:<\/strong> PrivadoVPN \u2014 a usable free plan and cheap upgrades.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for beginners:<\/strong> ExpressVPN \u2014 the most user friendly app on any platform.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for a smart TV:<\/strong> SurfsharkVPN \u2014 unlimited connections cover the whole house.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\ud83c\udfaf NordVPN Alternatives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for NordVPN alternatives? Here are the options worth your time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\ude80 <strong>ExpressVPN:<\/strong> Polished apps on every operating system, plus a router build that is genuinely easy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>PureVPN:<\/strong> Cheap multi-year deals with a large server network and port forwarding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2b50 <strong>SurfsharkVPN:<\/strong> Unlimited simultaneous devices, so one account covers roommates too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd12 <strong>ProtonVPN:<\/strong> Swiss privacy law, open-source apps, and a genuinely free tier.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udc76 <strong>PrivadoVPN:<\/strong> Ten free gigabytes a month makes it a soft landing for beginners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83e\udde0 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/adguard-vpn\" title=\"AdGuard VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148830\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AdGuard VPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Pairs its VPN with the best ad blocker in the business.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfaf <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/virtual-shield\" title=\"Virtual Shield\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148839\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virtual Shield<\/a>:<\/strong> Simple US-focused service aimed at families, not power users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd27 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/strongvpn\" title=\"StrongVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148856\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">StrongVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Manual setup guides for routers and older gear nobody else supports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u26a1 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/fastestvpn\" title=\"FastestVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148836\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FastestVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Lifetime plans at throwaway prices if speed matters more than extras.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcbc <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/auravpn\" title=\"AuraVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AuraVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Bundled with identity theft cover rather than sold on its own.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd25 <strong>CyberGhost:<\/strong> Servers labelled by streaming site, which saves a lot of guessing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfe2 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/mcafee-vpn\" title=\"McAfee\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148832\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">McAfee<\/a> VPN:<\/strong> Fine if you already pay for the antivirus and want one bill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcca <strong>Private Internet Access:<\/strong> Endless toggles for people who like tuning encryption by hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf1f <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/mysterium-vpn\" title=\"Mysterium\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148853\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mysterium<\/a>:<\/strong> Decentralised network where you rent bandwidth from other users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfa8 <strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> Built around unblocking regional streaming libraries first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\ude80 <strong>Oyster VPN:<\/strong> Small provider with clean apps and a low renewal price.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the full list, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/nordvpn-alternatives\">NordVPN alternatives<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u2694\ufe0f NordVPN Compared<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how NordVPN holds up head to head:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-expressvpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148834\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs ExpressVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> NordVPN wins on price and features; ExpressVPN wins on simplicity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/purevpn-vs-nordvpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs PureVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148826\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs PureVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> PureVPN is cheaper, but NordVPN is faster and audited more often.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NordVPN vs SurfsharkVPN:<\/strong> <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/surfshark\" title=\"Surfshark\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148822\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Surfshark<\/a> allows unlimited devices; NordVPN gives better speeds and support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-protonvpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148859\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs ProtonVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Proton has a free plan; NordVPN has more servers and streaming reliability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-privadovpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs PrivadoVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148829\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs PrivadoVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Privado suits light users; NordVPN suits anyone connected all day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-adguard-vpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs AdGuard VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148844\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs AdGuard VPN<\/a>:<\/strong> AdGuard blocks ads better; NordVPN protects far more traffic overall.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-virtual-shield\" title=\"NordVPN vs Virtual Shield\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148840\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs Virtual Shield<\/a>:<\/strong> NordVPN wins on servers, speed, apps, and independent security audits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-strongvpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs StrongVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148841\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs StrongVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> StrongVPN helps with manual router setup; NordVPN is better everywhere else.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-fastestvpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs FastestVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148831\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs FastestVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> FastestVPN is cheaper upfront; NordVPN is more reliable long term.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-auravpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs AuraVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs AuraVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Aura bundles identity monitoring; NordVPN is the stronger standalone vpn service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-cyberghost\" title=\"NordVPN vs CyberGhost\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148849\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs CyberGhost<\/a>:<\/strong> CyberGhost labels streaming servers; NordVPN handles more of them at once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-mcafee-vpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs McAfee VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148837\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs McAfee VPN<\/a>:<\/strong> McAfee is a bundle add-on; NordVPN is a serious privacy tool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-private-internet-access\" title=\"NordVPN vs Private Internet Access\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148842\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs Private Internet Access<\/a>:<\/strong> PIA offers more control; NordVPN offers better speed out of the box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-mysterium\" title=\"NordVPN vs Mysterium\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs Mysterium<\/a>:<\/strong> Mysterium is experimental; NordVPN is the safe choice for daily use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-safeshell-vpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs SafeShell VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148858\">NordVPN vs SafeShell VPN<\/a>:<\/strong> SafeShell targets streaming only; NordVPN covers privacy and streaming together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-oystervpn\" title=\"NordVPN vs Oyster VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148828\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN vs Oyster VPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Oyster is cheaper; NordVPN has the server count and track record.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/nordvpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try nordvpn now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='start-using-nordvpn-now'  id=\"boomdevs_49\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start Using NordVPN Now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You now know how to use NordVPN properly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2705 Threat Protection Pro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Dedicated IP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Dark Web Monitor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Multiple Devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Meshnet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Secure Encryption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Split Tunneling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 SmartPlay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Private DNS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Next step:<\/strong> Pick one feature and try it today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most people start with Threat Protection Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It takes less than five minutes to set up.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137546_a3a527-9f .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137546_a3a527-9f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137546_74e14e-a8.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button 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style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">How do I actually use NordVPN?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Install NordVPN on your device, sign in, then press Quick Connect. The app picks a fast server and encrypts your traffic. Everything else runs in the background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">How do I know if NordVPN is working?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app shows a green Protected status and a server name. Check any IP address lookup site; it should show the VPN location, not your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Does NordVPN automatically connect?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, if you enable auto connect in settings. The app then starts a new VPN connection whenever internet access appears, including on public Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Why is my NordVPN not connecting?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually a firewall blocks the protocol. Change the VPN type between NordLynx, TCP, and UDP. If that fails, try an obfuscated server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Should I leave my NordVPN on all the time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Leaving the VPN connection on keeps your online privacy intact and costs little speed. 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