The best VPN for Xbox: Series X, S, Xbox One, and Xbox 360

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Easy setup via your Windows PC or router

Using NordVPN on your Xbox Series X, S, Xbox One and Xbox 360 can protect your device and router against cyber attacks and let you game as privately and safely as possible.

Anti-DDoS protection

You can easily set up NordVPN on your Xbox One, Xbox Series X, S, and Xbox 360 via your Windows PC or router. Once connected, you’re free to enjoy a seamless gaming experience with robust anti-DDoS protection.

It’s no secret that some gamers use DDoS attacks to slow you down or shut you out of the game completely. If you become a target, multiple computers try to overwhelm your network by flooding your IP address with trash data.

Connecting to NordVPN’s secure server can absorb a lot of the punishment from a DDoS attack. If it doesn’t stop, simply hop onto another one of our 5100+ servers.

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Choose from thousands of servers

Choose from thousands of servers in 60 countries for ultimate privacy and security. Protect your data from snoopers and enjoy smooth gaming with NordVPN.

When you connect to one of NordVPN’s 5100+ servers around the world, it hides your IP address, making any service or website think you’re connecting from where the VPN server is. It also protects your data traffic with next-generation encryption, so no one, not even your ISP, can eavesdrop on your online gaming. Connect to any of NordVPN’s servers and take your digital safety to the next level.

Lightning-fast internet connection on Xbox through VPN

Lightning-fast connection

Don’t sacrifice your digital safety for speed. Enjoy a smooth and secure gaming experience with the fastest virtual private network on the planet.

NordVPN’s cutting-edge NordLynx protocol is a big reason why we’re the fastest. Connect to our NordLynx protocol and play at top speeds. To select our lightning-fast protocol, go to NordVPN Settings menu and choose NordLynx under the Protocols section.

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Go undetected and stay connected

Stay safe with double VPN and hundreds of servers to choose from. With no record of activity or session data, you can play as anonymously as possible.

What’s more, NordVPN secures your connection with powerful AES 256-bit encryption, giving you unparalleled protection against snooping ISPs and third parties.

How to set up VPN on Xbox

There are two ways to encrypt all connections on your Xbox with NordVPN:

Using NordVPN on Mobile hotspot to route Xbox One traffic through VPN

Xbox VPN on Wi-Fi router for ultimate privacy and safety for all network devices

Use a hotspot
Install the NordVPN app on your laptop or desktop and connect to a preferred server. Next, create a mobile hotspot and connect your Xbox to it. Now all the data travelling to and from your console will be wrapped in encryption.
Use a VPN router
Install NordVPN on your Wi-Fi router. This way, you will be able to secure not only your Xbox but also every connected device in your household.

Use a hotspot

Install the NordVPN app on your laptop or desktop and connect to a preferred server. Next, create a mobile hotspot and connect your Xbox to it. Now all the data travelling to and from your console will be wrapped in encryption.

Use a VPN router

Install NordVPN on your Wi-Fi router. This way, you will be able to secure not only your Xbox but also every connected device in your household.

Frequently asked questions

Does Xbox have a VPN?

No, there’s no built-in VPN feature, and you can’t install a VPN app on your Xbox. However, you can connect your console to a VPN router or a mobile hotspot to get an encrypted connection.

Can you use a VPN on Xbox?

Yes. The best way to use a VPN on Xbox is to install a VPN on your Wi-Fi router. This way, all connected devices in your home will be protected by VPN encryption – including the Xbox.

How do I use a VPN on Xbox One and other Xbox models?

Install a VPN on your Wi-Fi router:

Type your router’s IP address in your browser’s address bar. Log in with the login credentials that came with the router. This is also a good opportunity to change the default credentials to something safer!
Next, configure the router. Some Wi-Fi routers will have integrated VPN functionality, while others will require more work. You should find the exact instructions on the manufacturer’s website, but you can also check out our Help Center. We have detailed tutorials for the most popular routers.
Test it first on your phone or laptop. If it works, you’re good to go. Connect your Xbox to the Wi-Fi and enjoy an encrypted connection 24/7.

Use a mobile hotspot:

Install the NordVPN app on your smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
Log in and connect to the desired VPN server.
Go to your device’s settings and create a mobile hotspot.
Connect your Xbox to that hotspot, and you’re all set.

Why should I get a VPN for Xbox One?

You should use a VPN on any gaming console you use to play online. There are two reasons for that: added security and better speeds. It will protect you from malicious users, be it by hiding your IP address and preventing online harassment and doxxing or shielding you from DDoS attacks.

A VPN is also likely to make your connections faster and reduce ping time. If your ISP is throttling users’ bandwidth based on what they do online, hiding your connections will stop that. Your ISP won’t be able to see that you’re gaming online, so they’re less likely to mess with your connection.

Is there a free VPN for Xbox One?

The market is full of free VPN service providers, but that doesn’t mean that they will work or that you should use one. Free VPNs usually have a rather small infrastructure with overloaded servers, which will make your internet connection incredibly slow. They are prone to IP and DNS leaks, so their security is also unreliable. A free VPN provider is more likely to sell your data than protect it. Basically, you get what you pay for.

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