Your Own Dedicated VPN Server
Get a static IP with dedicated resources. Reach your home network from anywhere and stay in control of your data.
Port forwarding for access to remote devices and services.
Access your IoT devices and home network from anywhere.
Up to 1 Gbps dedicated bandwidth across 10 simultaneous connections.
Why a regular VPN server sometimes isn't enough
Using a VPN usually means sharing a server and an IP address with hundreds of other users. Sharing a server is great for privacy, because tracking anything back to you becomes impossible. But there are also tradeoffs.
For example, if someone uses a shared VPN server for malicious activity, the IP will get flagged, and anyone using it will experience more CAPTCHAs and blocked access to websites. But because you’re the only one using the dedicated server, you are also the one reaping all the rewards — high-speed VPN connection, dedicated resources, static IP, and access to your hosted services via port forwarding.
What is a NordVPN dedicated server?
A NordVPN dedicated server is a VPN server assigned exclusively to a single user. It offers a private, encrypted VPN connection with a static IP address and port forwarding. In simple terms, with a dedicated server, you can reach your home devices while traveling without exposing your real location or weakening your network security.
However, your dedicated server is not a hosting service. You would still need your own device to store files or host media.
How a dedicated server differs from a regular VPN server
You access both via the NordVPN app. But with a dedicated server, the entire server belongs to you, while a regular VPN server offers a server you share with hundreds or thousands of other users. A shared server helps you protect your privacy, but you also get no control over the IP’s reputation and you can't receive inbound connections.
On the other hand, port forwarding and a static IP address allow you full control over the IP’s reputation, while traffic from the internet can reach your devices.
How a dedicated server differs from a regular VPN server
A dedicated IP offers you an IP address that’s unique to you, but the rest, such as the VPN resources, are shared with other users. Also, a dedicated IP lacks port forwarding.
A dedicated server offers an entire virtual server exclusively to you — dedicated CPU, RAM, and bandwidth, with the ability for the traffic from the internet to reach your devices securely. The comparison table below shows these differences in more detail:
| NordVPN | NordVPN’s dedicated IP | NordVPN’s dedicated server | |
|---|---|---|---|
IP address | Shared | Static, dedicated to the user | Static, dedicated to the user |
Hardware | Shared | Shared | 1 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
Speed | 10 Gbps (shared by all users) | 10 Gbps (shared by all users) | 1Gbps (dedicated to you alone) |
Bandwidth | Unlimited | Unlimited | 4TB/month |
Port forwarding | No | No | Yes |
Bypass CAPTCHAs | No | Yes | Yes |
Devices | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Our dedicated server is for users who need a dedicated IP, isolated resources, and port forwarding. It includes 4TB of monthly bandwidth and supports NordLynx only. Note: our no-logs policy does not apply to dedicated servers. More information on how personal data is processed can be found in our Privacy policy.
Why use a dedicated NordVPN server?
Using a dedicated VPN server from NordVPN offers a number of benefits for running a server on your device, accessing remote resources, and controlling your IoT devices.
Running a game server on your device
You can use your dedicated server as your own gaming VPN. Set up a server on your computer, connect to your dedicated VPN server, and use port forwarding to allow your friends to join.
IoT and remote access
Doorbell cameras, smart locks, light switches — whatever IoT device you have, you know how much simpler life can be if you have easy access to them from anywhere. A dedicated server helps you remotely access all your devices and control them.
Your private digital command center
If you work remotely or simply want more control over your data, there’s no limit to ideas you can turn into reality with a dedicated server. Access hosted personal tools, safely log into your home or office devices, or reach your home network media server — all without the need to expose your IP address to the public internet.
How NordVPN’s dedicated server works
Get a dedicated server — connect up to 10 devices simultaneously and securely open ports.
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Select the server location
Pick the country and city for your dedicated server. Available locations include the US (Boston), UK (Manchester), Germany (Frankfurt), and France (Paris).
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Connect to your server
Use any of the major NordVPN apps (not browser extensions) using the NordLynx protocol.
Is a dedicated server right for you?
A dedicated server can be a useful tool, but standard NordVPN features provide benefits of their own. Here’s how to decide which one to go for.
Choose a dedicated server for:
Port forwarding for remote access or gaming.
Protecting the real IP address of your game server.
Using a static IP address for allowlisting or IoT devices.
Accessing your home network from anywhere
Stay with a standard NordVPN connection for:
Accessing your paid legal services while you’re away.
Using various VPN protocols, not just NordLynx.
Everyday browsing and privacy.
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Your own dedicated VPN server. Enjoy a static IP, port forwarding, and VPN resources exclusively yours.
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