In recent years, the number of VPN suppliers has been exponentially believed. It must be said that the demand is real. More and more Internet users are looking for an accessible tool that can guarantee them a good level of safety and anonymity on the Internet. VPN is the ideal solution to this need. That said, not all VPNs are equal and you have to know how to sort. Some are even dangerous.
More recently, NordVPN's advertisements have made a place on TV and on the Internet, so many people advise this VPN. Before being tempted so easily, a more in -depth analysis of NordVPN is essential. Is it up to its reputation?Discover it without delay in our opinion on NordVPN, updated in 2025.
Presentation of the NordVPN VPN
NordVPN is a company that was founded in 2012 and which offers its own VPN. Originally, it was 4 friends who, during several trips, realized that the Internet lost its meaning because of censorship and exacerbated surveillance in certain countries. They then developed a network of servers to no longer undergo these limits and access all the available content. Following the positive echoes of those around them, they continued their efforts and NordVPN was born some time later.
The NordVPN company is legally based in Panama and employs more than 600 employees. As you will see below in our NordVPN opinion, the country of its head office allows it not to keep the connection data of its users, which ensures perfect anonymity. This model pleases and today more than 15 million people use NordVPN on a daily basis.
NordVPN clearly displayed its vision: to make internet “best” and freer. For this, the publisher provides a VPN service focused on strengthening online security and the protection of the privacy of its users. Other tools meeting these objectives have also been developed by NordVPN over the years: NordVPN Teams, a solution to help companies secure the connections of their employees; Nordlocker to encrypt and store online all your files or Nordpass, a tool to manage passwords.
Now let's move on to this northern opinion at the very functioning of VPN. The software is easy to use and that is why it appeals to the general public. To help you take your marks with this software, we will give you a step -by -step tutorial with the main steps. If you have questions, do not hesitate to ask us by email.
How to install this NordVPN software?
The NordVPN application is installed on a large number of platforms: Mac (MacOS), iPad and iPhone (iOS), Apple TV (NordVPN offers a native app), but also Windows / Linux computers, as well as Android tablets and smartphones.
NordVPN is also available for Smart TV and on the Fire TV Stick, the HDMI key of the Amazon giant. Whether it is a mobile application or software on the internet, the interface is the same.
Whatever your device, the first step is to create an account for you by subscribing to one of its subscriptions. Then, you should not encounter any major difficulty since the installation is similar to that of any other software. If necessary, the NordVPN VPN provides a tutorial to install the software in French in its help section.
As for us, we were on Mac during our test. If you also have an Apple device, you can download the application from the App Store. For Android tablets and mobiles, you will find it in the Google Play Store. Only Windows computers must necessarily download the file from the supplier's website in its “VPN applications” section.
Once the application is downloaded, it will appear in the list of your applications and you can access it. From the first opening, you will have to:
- enter your account identifiers (e-mail and password address)
- allow the addition of the VPN configuration (operation necessary for each device)
- Always allow access to your trousseau by registering your administrator password to avoid having to do it with each connection
Below in our opinion on NordVPN, an illustration of the message displayed. This is an authorization that will only be requested once. Once NordVPN installed, so you will be quiet.
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These are the only steps to be performed before you can enjoy the VPN. As you can see, the installation is really fast and simple. This is already a good point to start this NordVPN opinion.
How to use the NordVPN application?
Like its installation, the use of NordVPN is as simple. On the interface (see image below), you will see a list of 118 countries on the left and the world map on the right. Finally, we understand intuitively that by clicking on a country from the list or directly on the map, the connection will be made in this country. There is also a search bar for the most in a hurry who want to connect quickly to a particular country. In one click and in a few seconds, your VPN will be activated and you will then be moved “virtually” to the chosen region. From then on, you will benefit from an IP address in this country, and you will become intraçable.
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Finally, there is another way to connect to one of the 7,100+ NordVPN servers: the Quick Connect button (located at the top right of the application). The latter will establish a connection according to an algorithm aimed at optimizing the speed of the VPN. In general, it is the closest to your geographical position and the least congestioned. The Quick Connect function is useful if you don't have a specific need in terms of location.
On the application, NordVPN also provides specialized servers (directly under the list of countries). There are P2P servers for downloading, Onion over VPN, the double VPN function and the Obfuscated servers dedicated to bypassing the strictest geo-restrictions. This is the case for example in China or Russia. In this section, there is also the possibility of using a dedicated IP address, but activation of the functionality requires subscribing to the option.
Is your data safe?
NordVPN insists on the number 1 priority, namely to protect the personal data of its customers. To determine if this is the case, we have looked into different aspects of its security, both external (through its privacy policy) and internal to its application, through its functionalities. This is a crucial point in our opinion on NordVPN, since it is the very object of VPNs to ensure the confidentiality and security of its users.
VPN privacy policy
Except to consult this kind of NordVPN opinion which properly rough the subject, it is essential to consult the privacy policy of a VPN before purchasing. It is a crucial source of information that will allow you to know if your data is safe - and which will be really collected.
In that of NordVPN, we learn that your personal data and your connection activities are not subject to any recording. Only a few data relating to the creation of your account is collected for a maximum period of 2 years. This is your e-mail address, your account password and your information for payment. Beyond this duration, they are deleted.
Rest assured, it is simply elementary data that does not allow you to hack your bank account, and which do not allow you to go back to you. This information is however necessary so that NordVPN can reimburse you in the event of a retraction on your part or order cancellation. If you want to be 100% anonymous, you can pay in cryptocurrencies. That said, you can very well enter temporary contact details to be really anonymous.
In its privacy policy, we learn that NordVPN also retains technical information such as servers' performance, certain conversations between customer support and its subscribers as well as cookies. The objective of this data is simply to better understand customer navigation to optimize the user experience of the VPN interface. In no case will you be identified with this information.
Finally, NordVPN informs us that it is obviously not responsible for the consequences of the fraudulent activities of its users. Everything is clear. What is just a shame is that the text available on the VPN website is only available in English. If you do not master the language but want to know everything, you will have to call on an online translator.
Log non-conservation guarantee
The log is the VPN battle horse. If many of this cyber-security software claim that they do not keep any connection data, this is not the case for everyone. It is extremely important for a user to ensure this provision, because it would make him visible and traceable on the web. The most premium VPNs on the market are now “no-log” and have absolutely no data.
In an activity journal with the logs, we would find:
- Connection registers (IP address, connection duration, transferred data volumes)
- User registers (Visited website, downloaded files, software and applications used)
Faced with the information mines involved in these business newspapers, we therefore understand the importance of subscribing to a VPN called “no-log”. For its part, NordVPN highlights a strict and rigorous policy in terms of log: the supplier does not keep any user business newspaper. CETS serious guarantees are not the result of chance: NordVPN has managed to set up its headquarters in Panama and therefore benefits from local laws which do not require the data. This is how the publisher does to be so serene on the subject: he does not really keep any data while respecting the regulations.
To have the certification, four independent audit firms have carried out various exams. They concluded that NordVPN's practices were in accordance with the statements that the publisher makes in his policy without an activity register. So you can be serene, no one will know what you have done when your VPN was activated: neither your ISP, nor even NordVPN himself who keeps any information. Now let's move on to our test and opinion on NordVPN to confidentiality.
Confidentiality and security in the foreground
In addition to 256 -bit AES encryption deployed on NordVPN servers, the supplier goes even further in terms of security. It takes into account the needs of each user to increase the online security of all Internet users. For example, this is the case for journalists, of certain employees manipulating sensitive information or individuals monitored by a government.
For these people, NordVPN therefore integrated the following features:
- Double VPN, to encrypt data twice through two different servers (available only for openvpn protocols). Faced with this slightly more complex process, you must expect a slightly lower flow.
- Onion Over VPN, to access the Onion network or to use the TOR browser through a NordVPN server.
These free features included in the application add an in addition dose of confidentiality which may be necessary in some cases. This really allows you to add a safety layer (not always essential, but reassuring) to the NordVPN service. These are two functions that we do not find elsewhere, and it is a point still very positive in our northern opinion. Note that depending on the protocols you use, not all options are available.
On the screenshot below, we used the OpenVPN protocol (UDP)
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Cybersec is also an interesting option you can activate to block advertisements, suspect sites and malware. Although this function does not replace all the benefits of an antivirus, it has the advantage of making the tool even more complete. In the end, the NordVPN VPN is positioned as an all-in-one cybersecurity solution, making it possible to ensure the anonymity of all on the Internet.
In our opinion, NordVPN really makes every effort to ensure an absolute level of security for all its customers. And remember that even without using these specific options, all your activities are encrypted and transported by a secure tunnel from the moment you are connected to NordVPN. In addition, this VPN can also congratulate itself for never having had a flaw so far - proof that its efforts have results.
Does NordVPN circumvent censorship?
The use of a VPN is particularly recommended for bypassing blockages that rampant the Internet, whether it is linked to censorship at the scale of an authoritarian country or an internal network. Without being as efficient as the reference in the matter (ExpressVPN, another VPN that we tested), NordVPN is a formidable tool for those who travel a lot.
In the most strongly censored countries like China, Russia the countries of the Middle East, for example, NordVPN is not entirely as effective as we would like it. Although it has servers dedicated to bypassing firewalls, connections to the servers are sometimes a little long and it has happened to us that the software stops unexpectedly.
Connection concerns are not systematic, far from it. And when this is the case, it is often enough to test one or two other servers to achieve its ends. Nothing unacceptable so but we would have appreciated that all the content was unlocked the first time. By following the supplier's recommendations, we opted for manual connections with the IKEV2 certificate, which has improved our experience in the most authoritarian countries.
NordVPN is still a solution if you go to censored countries, just like Cyberghost VPN. For a price as competitive as that of NordVPN, it is difficult to keep it rigor of its imperfections relating to the bypass of censorship. The fact remains that it is not perfect and that we prefer to mention it in a concern for transparency.
On the other hand, if you simply want to access sites blocked by the administrator at your workplace or in your university, the NordVPN VPN will be ideal for you. You will not even need to choose a country different from yours. The simple fact of going through a NordVPN server will quantify all your data and the internal network not knowing what you do, it will not be able to prohibit any access.
Speed at NordVPN: what to know
With an unlimited bandwidth and no buffer memory, NordVPN claims to be one of the fastest VPNs in 2025. It is important to understand for users: going through an intermediate server necessarily degrades (partly) your connection speed. It will never be that fast as if you were connected to the Internet from your box. That said, some VPN publishers offer almost similar speeds, with maximum comfort.
To check the speed offered by this VPN, what could be better than putting it to the test in a life -size test? Below, our opinion on the NordVPN VPN in terms of speed. We did a specific test using our default router, and a VPN still above.
Speed test with NordVPN
At first, we recorded our ping (9 ms) and our VPN speeds for download (232.40 MB/S) and shipping (205.60 Mb/s). We have renewed the operation, this time by connecting to different servers (in France and the United States) via the most frequently used protocol: OpenVPN. To guarantee consistency in our results, we have connected to several servers in France and the United States in order to establish an overall average.
Since the French servers, the results have been pretty good - whether in download or upload with 149.63 Mb/s respectively and 165.02 MB/s. Our ping was slightly higher: 13 ms. That said, these are speeds that are very honorable and which ensure ultra fluid navigation. You will therefore have no inconvenience with the NordVPN VPN on this location.
With American servers, things are logically complicated more, without being dramatic. We expected a drop in speed (given the geographic distance), but we hoped better. Indeed, our download speed increased from 232.40 to 62.41 MB/s and upload from 205.60 to 55.80 Mb/s and our ping was 19 ms. It is still very correct, but we feel the difference in use.
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That said, the situation changes completely by passing on another protocol. The House Protocol Nordlynx is indeed particularly swift and NordVPN even succeeds in degrading the flows less than its nearest rival: ExpressVPN. By choosing the right protocol, NordVPN is actually very advantageously ranked inOur selection of the best VPNs on the market.
Nordlynx
NordVPN has developed a house protocol in order to improve connection speeds, this is Nordlynx. We wanted to talk about it in our opinion on NordVPN because this peculiarity could well change the situation at the level of the connection flow.
Indeed, Nordlynx is based on the Wireguard protocol, renowned for its speed but less for respect for the confidentiality of Internet users. To counter this problem and not endanger the privacy of its customers, NordVPN has developed the Double NAT (Network Address Translation) system capable of assigning dynamic IP addresses to users so as not to compromise their anonymity.
To date, Nordlynx has proven itself in terms of speed. On the other hand, if you live in an imposing country of restrictions on the Internet, it will be difficult for you to really benefit from it because this protocol does not work everywhere.
Our opinion on streaming and download
Following our tests, we could see in our opinion that NordVPN was able to access all the large streaming platforms without any proxy detection error message appearing. On Netflix, NordVPN therefore provides you with secure navigation and thanks to its various servers, it gives you access to several libraries: American, Canadian, German, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Australian, Spanish or Indian.
We tried and for the majority of catalogs, access was done without incident: we were able to connect to the US and Canadian catalogs of Netflix, thanks to our French subscription. This is practical since it allows you to enjoy a much larger film / series catalog than that available in France. It's a good way to continue dreaming on Netflix, even if you've already seen everything in France.
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In addition, we did not even need to wait very long during loading, although it actually depend on servers. If you encounter a problem to access the platform, do not hesitate to change the region by hand by clicking on the three small points to the right of the country. For example, American servers from NordVPN are located in different places in the United States. It's up to you to test different and select the region that manages to unlock Netflix correctly. To find out more aboutNetflix compatible VPNs are here.
If you do not have a Netflix account, know that other platforms like Disney+, Prime Video and Hulu are also accessible according to the same principle. With them too, you can therefore access much wider content. This is a positive point in our NordVPN opinion, and that is also why the VPN is also popular with the general public.
The supplier also unlocks live TV channels live and replay, provided you choose the right server. To see the English channels, you will have to choose a server in the United Kingdom in order to benefit from a British IP address. The same goes for other geographic areas. This is done in a very simple way.
You will still have to arm yourself with a little patience because depending on the server, loading times are more or less long. In very extensive territories such as Canada, the United States, or Australia, we advise you to choose the region closest to your real location to optimize speed and reduce latency. In general, the shorter the distance, the better.
Regarding the download with NordVPN, these are the specialized servers for the P2P that you will have to choose. There are thousands of them and they are classified by country. With such a quantity of servers, the risks of overload are considerably reduced and you can enjoy excellent speeds.
VPN customer service
Our test and our NORDVPN opinion confirm this to us, the use of NordVPN does not require specific IT knowledge. This means that even the most beginners in computer science can benefit from it. If you want to have a VPN to access specific services, NordVPN will do the trick.
On the other hand, all users can encounter a punctual problem and, in these circumstances, it is essential to be able to count on the support teams to resolve them. We could not give you our opinion without trying to contact the supplier's customer assistance, which is why we also tested the NordVPN support.
NordVPN customer service can be reached 24/7 from the live chat window on their website or by e-mail. Before you can be put in touch with an advisor, you will have to enter your name and your email address. After a few seconds of waiting, the answer arrived. We really appreciated the short response time and the fact of not being in contact with a robot.
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Note that you can now express your complaint in French by directly selecting the language of your choice, which is very appreciable. In addition, many pages are written in French in the supplier's FAQ. For a minor problem or a question, do not hesitate to take a look. This is a real asset that we do not often have in VPN publishers: most are only available in English. If you do not master the language well, our opinion is that NordVPN is a good choice.
What to do in the event of a problem with NordVPN?
NordVPN may have more than 15 million users worldwide, it is sometimes criticized for connection bugs, especially on Windows computers.
We knew this type of bug during our test and wanted to share with you so that you can correct them in case you meet them. In this case, for some people, the VPN fails to connect. Worse, sometimes, it appears to be connected, but, in reality, the Internet is then completely cut. Although our opinion on NordVPN is actually positive, we understand that this kind of situation can annoy users.
If you encounter this type of problem with NordVPN, it is recommended to go to your computer's network settings to clean up a bit. If, like us, you have several VPN apps from installed, you will have to remove all the VPN connections that you no longer use. Otherwise, the risk of conflict is important. We still do not know why, but NordVPN seems to be conflict with some of applications (especially competing VPNs, voluntarily or not ...?).
By cleaning your device's network connections, you should be able to have NordVPN walks correctly. You will be able to test it correctly and make your own opinion on NordVPN.
How much does the NordVPN VPN cost?
You can imagine, the NordVPN service is not free. For everything it offers, prices are (very) moderate - although you can find even cheaper. NordVPN offers different packages which are distinguished by the level of service and the duration of engagement. Given its high-end performance, the publisher stands out as the best value for money on the market in 2025.
Here are the durations on which you have the possibility to commit yourself:
- the 2 -year subscription to € 3.09/month
- 1 year subscription to € 4.99/month
- the 1 month subscription to € 12.99
Note that the amount will not be billed to you monthly but in one go at the time of your subscription. It is a competitive argument in our NordVPN opinion since you avoid monthly samples. You block and therefore secure the current price without risk of undergoing a later price increase over the duration of initial engagement you have chosen. Faced with these different plans, we advise you to commit to a period of 2 years in order to benefit from the lowest prices.
Since this is a certain amount to pay, the supplier adds a 30 -day refund guarantee valid for each of its formulas. You can therefore test the VPN without risk (to give you an opinion on NordVPN) over this period and require a refund if you are not fully satisfied. Rare on the premium VPN market, the 1 year engagement duration can also have an interest in those who prefer to move forward step by step.
Payment can be carried out by classic bank card, Amazon Pay, Google Pay, Paypal, by Alipay, Union Pay and even by cryptocurrency for additional anonymity. Rest assured, even if you pay by Bitcoin, you can take advantage of the refund. This will allow you to remain 100% anonymous and not to reveal your payment information.
Number of connections in parallel
For your confidentiality and those of your loved ones, NordVPN offers 10 simultaneous connections from a single account. They will allow you to equip all your devices (computer, tablet, smartphone, TV) and even those of your family. This simply requires downloading the application and then the connection via the connection identifiers of your account when opening.
Thanks to the use on 10 devices at the same time, you will be able to watch films in streaming each on your side without having to wait for someone to disconnect, which would make things much more laborious. It is therefore a positive point in our NordVPN opinion. Few actors are also generous and you often have to be satisfied with 5 to 7 simultaneous connections. Here with NordVPN, you have much more latitude to share your account.
NordVPN offers the possibility of obtaining a dedicated IP
As we mentioned above in this NordVPN opinion, the company gives the possibility of acquiring a dedicated IP.
But what is an IP address dedicated exactly? This is a very good question. Above all, be aware that by default, VPN suppliers all offer shared IP addresses. You will share these with other customers. Conversely, and as its name suggests, a dedicated IP address is a static address that you will not have to share with anyone else.
In some specific cases, having access to a dedicated IP address is a real plus. Here are some advantages:
- No need to enter captaches all the time
- Possibility to do telework
- Faster email shipment
- Less likely to see the IP address blacklisted by certain sites.
If you want to take advantage of a dedicated IP address, know that NordVPN offers in 24 countries, is more than what any other supplier offers. The list includes countries like France, Germany, Canada, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Japan and the United States.
And how much will this option cost at NordVPN? The price of a dedicated IP will vary depending on the duration of engagement chosen. By paying months after month, you will have to pay€ 8.99/monthFor the dedicated IP. On the other hand, this price will decrease significantly by engaging in 1 year (€ 5.89/month) or 2 years (€ 4.02/month).
Note that the supplier's “satisfied or reimbursed” warranty also applies if you decide to pay a dedicated IP.
What about use? To take advantage of your dedicated IP address, simply start the NordVPN application. Then deploy the interface to choose a country (1), click on the three small points to the right of the “dedicated IP address” line (2), choose the location where your dedicated IP (3) is located and finally click on the “Connect” button (4).
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Conclusion: Do we recommend NordVPN?
Following our full test, our opinion on NordVPN is extremely positive. As a reminder, NordVPN is a virtual private network supplier created ZN 2012 which provides a solution to navigate online in a secure, anonymous and free manner. Its infrastructure brings together more than 7,100 servers located in 118 countries. No other publisher can boast of using such an efficient infrastructure while covering as many countries.
In terms of security and confidentiality, NordVPN scores points with its advanced features such as double VPN and Over VPN. On the side of its application, it is very intuitive thanks, in particular, to the world map. The grip is done very quickly. For all your questions, its customer support (in French) is listening to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from instant messaging.
NordVPN is also distinguished by its very low degradation of flows. This makes him the fastest VPN on the market (be careful to use the Nordlynx house protocol, otherwise you would not benefit from all the power of the VPN). The stability problems noted a few years ago have been corrected and the experience is really remarkable. Provided you benefit from a good basic internet connection, fluidity impresses and it is appreciated for intensive uses such as streaming or download.
Only small downside: NordVPN could further strengthen the efficiency of its application in countries that impose the strongest restrictions. However, we must qualify these words because the choice of the server is decisive and some reserve excellent surprises even in the most censored countries.
Whatever your use, this VPN should suit you and the best to know it is to test it: you have 30 days to make your own opinion on NordVPN, with its refund guarantee. This is the best way to take no risk while enjoying this excellent software.
