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Download a VPN for Linux
Keep your Linux security up to speed with the fastest Linux VPN.¹
Strengthened by community input — our Linux VPN app is open source.
Download the refreshed, intuitive NordVPN GUI from the Linux Snap Store.
NordVPN officially supports Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 11+, Fedora 32+, Linux Mint 21+, and Raspberry Pi OS running GNOME or KDE desktop environments.
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NordVPN for Linux
NordVPN officially supports the following systems running GNOME or KDE desktop environments.
Ubuntu 20.04+
Debian 11+
Fedora 32+
Linux Mint 21+
Raspberry Pi OS
What is a VPN for Linux?
A virtual private network, or VPN, for Linux is a sophisticated cybersecurity tool that encrypts internet traffic and hides IP addresses from prying eyes. A VPN for Linux stops others (including your internet service provider, or ISP) from monitoring the internet connections of Linux users, ensuring safer internet access and helping them defeat online censorship measures.
How to install a VPN on Linux
Linux users can add GUI and CLI VPN versions on Debian, Ubuntu, Elementary OS, Linux Mint systems, and RPM-based distros. You can also download a Snap package from the Linux Snap Store for desktop, cloud, or IoT — it’s easy to install, safe, and dependency free. Follow this simple installation guide:
1. Install the Linux VPN app with GUI
Write the command line below into the terminal and click “Enter.”
2. Open NordVPN
After you install the Linux app, look for the NordVPN icon in your Linux desktop environment and launch it.
3. Log in to your NordVPN account
Log in with your Nord Account email and password.
4. Connect to a VPN server
Click “Secure my connection” and enjoy secure browsing.
Looking for the best Linux VPN?
Designed with speed in mind
Browse sites smoothly with one of the fastest¹ VPNs. NordVPN offers thousands of servers across 178 locations. This vast server network, combined with our lightning-fast NordLynx protocol (based on WireGuard®), ensures fast and stable performance for your VPN connection no matter where you are.
Browser extensions
If you only need a VPN for secure browsing and don’t want to set up another app on your Linux device, get yourself a proxy browser extension. NordVPN has dedicated extensions for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge browsers.
No restrictions at our end
Tired of watching the loading icon go round and round? With NordVPN, there are no VPN speed restrictions, VPN bandwidth limits, or VPN data caps.
No activity tracking
NordVPN only retains customer data that is necessary to provide the best service possible. What you do online is none of our business. That's why we don't track, store, or share your internet activity with third parties. To validate our commitment as a no-logs VPN, we regularly undergo independent assurance engagements.
What makes NordVPN one of the best VPNs for Linux?
Easy-to-use Linux VPN software with GUI
Improved user experience
The new visual interface caters for those who prefer buttons over coding their way into VPN functionalities.
Dual control: GUI and CLI
We’ve added a GUI for convenience, but you can still run your VPN through the command line.
Light and dark modes
You can now switch between light and dark modes — choose your preferred look.
Post-quantum encryption
NordVPN for Linux now comes with post-quantum VPN encryption for future-proof cybersecurity.
VPN protection for all major Linux distros
Want a slick, easy-to-use VPN app for your Linux distro? Look no further — NordVPN offers .deb and .rpm packages for Debian-based and RHEL-based Linux systems:
Ubuntu 20.04+
Debian 11+
Fedora 32+
Linux Mint 21+
Raspberry Pi OS
Free VPNs for Linux: Should you use one?
We recommend avoiding free VPN services on Linux and other operating systems. They might be unsafe and unreliable alternatives to the top paid VPNs. Free VPN providers may fail to fix security loopholes in time or even sell their client data to cover VPN maintenance costs.
NordVPN is a smart choice over many free VPNs because it offers a combination of benefits for Linux users: a dedicated Linux GUI app, fast Linux VPN servers worldwide, DNS and IP leak protection, and additional security features to improve your online experience.
Learn more about Linux security and configurations
Enjoy a hassle-free online experience with NordVPN
Hide your virtual location, get a new IP, and access the internet without restrictions with a risk-free VPN. If you are not 100% satisfied, tell us within 30 days of the purchase date and get a full refund on the value of your VPN plan.