https://nordvpn.com/blog/feed/ At NordVPN, we believe that everyone deserves privacy and security online. Read our NordVPN blog for all the latest cybersecurity news and tech insights. https://nordvpn.com/blog/feed/ 2026-05-07T12:56:35.048Z This is the place for the historical record of improvements and tweaks in the NordVPN app for Windows. Updating the app lets you enjoy the freshest online and privacy experience with NordVPN, and this makes us happy. That’s a win-win. https://nordvpn.com/blog/nordvpn-windows-release-notes/ e90f90b8-0d56-45ed-8bdc-731592b12741 2026-05-07T23:59:00.000Z 2026-05-07T12:56:35.048Z NordVPN offers malware protection, speeds exceeding 817 Mbps via its NordLynx protocol, servers across {countryCount} countries, and additional security features to keep your online activity more secure and private. But if you come to find that NordVPN isn’t the service for you, canceling your auto-renewal subscription and requesting a full refund within 30 days of when you purchased it is really easy to do. Let us show you how. https://nordvpn.com/blog/nordvpn-cancellation-and-refund-process/ b6ec5362-a7a8-42ee-ab0c-2486861ce3d9 2026-05-07T00:00:00.000Z 2026-05-08T07:14:34.962Z VPN protocols are sets of rules that dictate how data travels between your device and the VPN servers over the internet. These protocols enable a VPN to encrypt your connection, reroute your internet traffic, and mask your IP from unwanted snoopers. As a result, VPN protocols can sometimes be at fault for a slower internet connection when you are using a VPN. While it’s not always the case, choosing the right protocol can sometimes help with this issue. In this article, learn the differences between the most popular VPN protocol types and find the best options for speedy and secure online browsing. https://nordvpn.com/blog/vpn-protocols/ 96365f5c-c4a7-4421-af26-48f2ddbbf0f2 2026-05-06T00:00:00.000Z 2026-05-07T10:52:50.154Z As AI-generated audio content becomes more accessible and harder to recognize, malicious actors are free to exploit this technology for personal gain. Created by NordLabs, NordVPN’s AI Voice Detector is the latest attempt to combat newly emerging online AI threats. Keep reading to learn how the AI Voice Detector helps users notice and avoid AI-dubbed content, and benefits your safety online. https://nordvpn.com/blog/nordvpn-ai-voice-detector/ 0a00efda-1419-45ce-ba89-40f60cdd2643 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z 2026-05-08T14:01:44.049Z Nonprofits deal with constant change. Staff join and leave. Volunteers come in for short periods. But each arrival and departure creates a security risk when access and devices aren’t updated. The most effective protections are straightforward — bring people in securely, remove access when they leave, and repeat the process every time. This guide explains why secure onboarding and offboarding matter and outlines practical steps to make both safer. https://nordvpn.com/blog/cybersecurity-for-nonprofits-onboarding-offboarding/ 6b34d5f4-f5a0-4e97-8f63-41ad5b36c28f 2026-05-04T00:00:00.000Z 2026-05-07T07:40:25.043Z Many people rely on Twitter (X) daily to track real-time news and stay in the loop. But a free and open internet isn’t a given everywhere. Whether due to state-level censorship or restrictive local network policies, the platform may be unavailable on your current connection. If you can’t reach Twitter (X), a VPN, mobile data, or a proxy can help — and in this article, I’ll walk you through how to use each one. https://nordvpn.com/blog/twitter-vpn/ ba1d678e-9cb8-4f18-b105-bdc4c691f38d 2026-05-02T00:00:00.000Z 2026-05-04T11:44:07.370Z NordVPN has reached 100 terabits per second (Tbps) of total network capacity across 211 locations in more than {countryCount} countries. Crossing the 100 Tbps mark is a major milestone because it gives the network more room to handle demand spikes, reduces bottlenecks during busy hours, and helps deliver a smoother experience for users. https://nordvpn.com/blog/nordvpn-crosses-100-tbps-network-capacity/ 474a5e32-826d-40b0-8efd-5520526fa249 2026-05-01T00:00:00.000Z 2026-05-08T07:26:03.788Z Ultimate focus, a confident smile, an affirmative nod. Click – and the release is out. This is the spotlight for the updates in the NordVPN app for macOS – come to the bright side. https://nordvpn.com/blog/nordvpn-mac-release-notes/ 9aa0737f-2398-4c91-974e-beae630768fc 2026-04-30T23:59:00.000Z 2026-04-30T08:42:50.505Z In 2025, not a single day passed without at least one internet shutdown affecting life for residents somewhere in the world. That number is alarming, but the full picture is worse. According to new research from Access Now and the #KeepItOn coalition, governments and authorities disrupted internet access for various durations at least 313 times across 52 countries in 2025. Here’s what it means for human rights. https://nordvpn.com/blog/nordvpn-internet-shutdowns-human-rights/ 10e52b7d-2e50-4f8e-b90f-01a5c527195e 2026-04-29T14:00:00.000Z 2026-05-07T07:31:03.608Z The latest version is the best version, as our security experts say. Learn what’s new and what’s gotten better in the NordVPN proxy browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. https://nordvpn.com/blog/nordvpn-browser-extension-release-notes/ 145667d0-2e2d-4b29-b18b-435fe2e3ee8e 2026-04-27T08:29:00.000Z 2026-04-30T08:35:44.524Z