Best NordVPN features for nonprofits

NordVPN is an easy-to-use solution that takes the complexity out of online security. With a few clicks, you can help protect your organization from cyber threats, secure your communications, and safely access the information you need.

Data security you can rely on

Data security begins with the basics — secure encryption and a no-logs policy. For nonprofits, it is essential to protect donor details, financial transactions, and private communications from falling into the wrong hands. A data breach could put your mission and impact at risk. NordVPN provides the protection your organization needs to work online more safely and securely.

Secure encryption

NordVPN uses the most advanced encryption (AES-256-bit) to protect your online activity. This protection means that no one — whether it’s hackers, advertisers, or other prying eyes — can see what your organization is doing online. For nonprofits, this level of security is enormously important.

For example, if your team is working at a coffee shop and needs to access donor databases or is connecting to public Wi-Fi at a fundraising event, NordVPN ensures that your data stays secure. It protects sensitive information, like donor details or communications, from anyone who might try to intercept it on an unsecured network.

A strict no-log policy

A no-log policy means NordVPN doesn’t monitor, track, or store anything you do online. The only data a no-log VPN service may store is information needed to provide the service.

To prove this, NordVPN has completed a fifth independent audit to confirm its no-logs policy. These yearly audits show that NordVPN is serious about protecting your privacy. On top of that, NordVPN operates out of Panama, a country where data retention isn’t mandatory.

If your organization works in sensitive areas, like supporting whistleblowers or advocating in regions with restrictive laws, this protection becomes essential. A VPN with a strict no-log policy adds an extra layer of security to protect your mission and the people you work with.

Advanced privacy and easy access, anywhere

NordVPN has servers in 165 locations, which allows you to securely access the tools and information you need to operate pretty much anywhere in the world. If your organization works in an area with heavy internet censorship or handles especially sensitive information, NordVPN also provides tools that go beyond everyday security. These NordVPN features include private DNS, Double VPN, and Onion Over VPN.

Private DNS

Your internet service provider (ISP) can track every website you visit and might sell this information to third parties. When you are using a private DNS service, your ISP still routes your requests and responses. However, the DNS queries are encrypted, so the ISP or potential snoopers can’t see the names of the specific domains you access.

Double VPN

With Double VPN, your connection is routed through two servers instead of just one. While a single server is enough for most scenarios, Double VPN means even stronger privacy and security for nonprofits’ teams working on critical projects and the individuals they collaborate with.

Onion Over VPN

Onion Over VPN combines NordVPN’s security with the anonymity of the Tor network. It works by routing your internet traffic through a NordVPN server first and then through Tor — all without needing extra software or technical skills.

Protection against cyber threats

Cyberattacks can disrupt your work, damage your reputation, and expose sensitive donor or organizational data. NordVPN defends against these risks with features built to ward off hackers and scammers.

Threat Protection Pro™

If you’ve accidentally clicked on a dangerous link — and you might encounter many while researching tools, applying for grants, or seeking partnerships — it’s important to act fast to minimize the damage. But the damage may already be done before you even realize what happened. 

With NordVPN’s Threat Protection Pro™, your team doesn’t have to worry about what steps to take next. Our feature prevents these scenarios from happening in the first place by blocking threats before they can cause harm.

When you visit a website known for scamming people, Threat Protection Pro™ displays an in-browser alert to warn you about possible fraud. This feature also scans your downloads for malware — and if a file is unsafe, it gets removed before it can harm your device or expose your data. Best of all, this feature works in the background, even when you’re not connected to the VPN.

Kill Switch

Even a brief moment of unrestricted access to sensitive data can have lasting effects. NordVPN’s Kill Switch automatically disconnects your internet access if the VPN connection drops, which ensures that your data is never sent without encryption.

Dark Web Monitor

Emails tied to donor accounts, financial systems, or sensitive records can be easy targets for cybercriminals. Our Dark Web Monitor actively scans dark web marketplaces and alerts you if your organization’s email address is found in a data leak, giving you the chance to take immediate action, like resetting passwords, to stop threats before they escalate.

Effortless remote collaboration

Effortless teamwork is essential for today’s nonprofits, especially those with remote teams tackling diverse issues across multiple locations. NordVPN’s Meshnet provides safe access to other devices anywhere in the world, which allows team members to collaborate and share files as if they were on the same local network.

Discounts and free VPN licenses to eligible organizations

Protecting your organization’s mission shouldn’t strain your budget. Through the NordVPN Nonprofits program, we offer free or discounted VPN licenses to eligible organizations, prioritizing those in fields like human rights, freedom of speech, cybersecurity, and education.

If you’re a nonprofit, journalist, human rights advocate, or educator, you can apply for the program to gain secure access to information, protect your communications, and work confidently without the fear of online surveillance.