NordVPN’s ad blocker: The easy way to stop intrusive ads

Experience the web without annoying pop-ups, banners, and video ads.
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Cleaner, faster, smoother, and safer browsing.

A man with a tennis racquet fighting off ads.

Why you need an ad blocker

The internet is ridden with ads, and while some are innocent sales banners, others can be annoying, distracting, and even dangerous. One wrong click could lead to stolen credentials, financial loss, or malware. Ad blocking is an easy and effective way to avoid the temptation of clicking on them. Use a reliable ad blocker and say goodbye to annoying and dangerous distractions while you browse!

Benefits of using NordVPN’s ad blocker

Enable Threat Protection on your NordVPN app, avoid ads, and enjoy comprehensive web protection.

Tracker blocker

Threat Protection will prevent third-party trackers from collecting data about your browsing habits.

Allowlisting

You can easily enable ads on websites or specific pages to support your favorite creators.

Vulnerability detection

Be the first to know which of your apps have dangerous vulnerabilities and update before it’s too late.

Intuitive apps

Enjoy our easy-to-use apps that don’t require extensive technical know-how.

Increased focus

Ads can be distracting and incredibly annoying. Just block them all and never get a jumpscare from a banner again.

VPN protection

You get all the benefits of a premium VPN: increased privacy and security with minimal slowdowns.

Use NordVPN’s ad blocker on different devices

NordVPN app on a laptop, Threat Protection switched on.

NordVPN’s extension for safe browsing and blocking ads.

Mobile devices
Whether it’s iOS or Android, if you have the NordVPN app on it, enable Threat Protection Lite and enjoy the benefits of browsing without ads.
Desktop computers
If you use NordVPN on Windows and Mac devices, Threat Protection will not only block ads but also stop trackers and protect you from accidentally downloading malware.
Browser extensions
NordVPN’s ad blocker (Threat Protection Lite) is available on our Chrome, Edge, and Firefox extensions. If you have the NordVPN extension, enable ad blocking in the settings.

How to enable ad blocking on your device

Turn Threat Protection on and let it take care of everything.

Open the NordVPN app.

Click on the shield icon.

Turn on web protection.

Ad blocker is enabled automatically. If you want to pause or turn ad blocking off, you can find these settings in the drop-down menu.

But don’t just take our word for it

Let’s ask our users and tech experts what they think about NordVPN’s Threat Protection.

A|ch3m1st

@Alch3m1s7

@NordVPN the new meshnet is mind-blowingly amazing piece of tech 🚀, with unlimited bottomless use cases. God bless ya all! 🙌

12:47 PM – Mar 25, 2023

Nathan Corliss

@MrNathanCorliss

This is completely unsolicited praise, @NordVPN, is very helpful as an advertiser testing search ads, and as a work-anywhere person who needs to ensure I have a safe internet connection. Great value. So easy to use, I actually use it. Keep up the good work.

11:22 PM – Mar 17, 2023

Pedro

@PedroTheKiwi

I’ve been using NordVPN and their other products for the last 4 years. Absolutely outstanding product and service

6:17 PM – Mar 8, 2023

As VPN services go, it’s hard to beat NordVPN. It has a large and diverse collection of servers, an excellent collection of advanced features, strong privacy and security practices, and approachable clients for every major platform.

Max Eddy

Software analyst, PCMag

The bottom line here is: When you’re online, you don’t have to worry about being secure or about your information getting out there if you have a VPN. NordVPN makes it simple.

Tech of Tomorrow

Tech reviewer, YouTube

PewDiePie111M subscribers

Browse the internet safely, but most importantly, freely. A VPN is one of those things that are just good to have. I recommend NordVPN.

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CaseyNeistat12.6M subscribers

NordVPN is a very good VPN, they’re very highly regarded in the industry. I’ve been using it for 3 years, it’s not problematic, I use it on my iPhone, my Android, my Mac laptop.

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Philip DeFranco6.54M subscribers

I’ve been a NordVPN customer for years, and if you still haven’t checked it out you’re missing out on the peace of mind one gets when securing your personal data and internet activity.

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Forbes Advisor

Best of 2023

Independent Advisor

Best VPN 2023

CNET

Best of 2023

PCMag Magazine

Editor’s Choice 2023

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to block ads?

Yes, you can block some ads through your browser or smartphone settings. However, using NordVPN’s Threat Protection feature is an easier and faster alternative. Besides, it will block ads on all major browsers at the same time.

What is an ad blocker?

An ad blocker is a software or browser extension that stops ads from loading on your screen while you browse or watch videos online. It filters out pop-ups, video ads, and banners to give you cleaner websites and faster loading times.

Are ad blockers safe to use?

Yes, using an ad blocker to avoid ads is completely safe. You’ll no longer see ads – including the malicious ones — so using an ad blocker will increase your overall online security.

Are ad blockers illegal?

No. Using an ad blocker is completely legal. Even though some services and websites won’t work if they detect you are using ad-blocking software, you won’t be in any legal trouble. Some companies simply want to improve their ad revenue, so they demand that you unblock ads in exchange for access to their content.

Can NordVPN’s Threat Protection feature restrict my access to websites?

Threat Protection protects your browsing by blocking your access to websites that are known for hosting malware to prevent your device from getting infected. In most cases, it’s for your own safety, but false positives may occur from time to time. If that’s the case, read our blog post on how to fix this Threat Protection issue.

It can also happen because Threat Protection clashes with other software you have on your device or browser, so we would recommend disabling other ad blockers you have installed.

Why are ads not blocked on my web browser?

If you switched on the Threat Protection feature and are still seeing ads, one of the reasons might be proxy solutions on your computer or browser. Check if you have any other proxies enabled and turn them off. Otherwise, Threat Protection might be unable to inspect the website to block the ads. If this still doesn’t work, get in touch with our support team.

Do ad blockers work after Manifest V3?

Manifest V3 has impacted most ad blockers, but some still work. However, there’s no guarantee that ad blocking browser extensions will continue to operate as users came to expect. The best way to ensure your browsing will be ad-free in the foreseeable future is to use NordVPN’s ad blocker. It’s a separate software you install on your device — not a browser extension — so it won’t be affected by browser manufacturer’s decisions as much.

What browsers support NordVPN’s ad blocker feature?

NordVPN’s ad blocking feature is available for Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox browsers. If you’re using Firefox, make sure to restart the browser after enabling Threat Protection. You can do so by typing “about:profiles” into the browser’s search tab and pressing Enter. Then click on the “Restart normally” button on the right, and Firefox will restart itself.

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