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NordVPN Tutorial for Beginners 2026 - How to use NordVPN
by Metics Media
💡 TLDW (Too Long; Didn't Watch)
Starting from: What is a VPN?
by Metics Media
Starting from: What is a VPN?
Learn how to set up NordVPN from scratch, connect to servers worldwide, configure essential settings like Kill Switch and Split Tunneling, and unlock region-locked streaming content on any device.
Visit the link in the video description to get the best current deal, then click 'Get NordVPN' and choose your plan
The 2-year plan offers the most savings, but at minimum choose the 1-year plan over the expensive monthly option
Fill out your information and payment method, then click 'Activate Nord account' and verify via email
Check your email for the verification code, copy it, and paste it into the NordVPN activation screen
Download the appropriate version for your operating system and run the installer
Choose what to install (desktop app, browser extensions), accept terms, and click install
Open NordVPN, click login, and select 'Open NordVPN' when prompted
Skip the initial setup prompts and choose your preferred server location (fastest server or specific country)
Click 'Secure my connection' to connect to the fastest server, or select a specific country from the list
You can search for countries, use specialty servers, or set a specific location as your autoconnect preference
Go to Settings and enable 'Launch the app at Windows startup', turn on Kill Switch, and configure Split Tunneling if needed
Keep VPN protocol on recommended settings, and use Split Tunneling to exclude specific apps from the VPN
Connect to a server in the desired country, then refresh your streaming service to access that region's content
If blocked, try changing servers, clearing browser cookies, or contacting NordVPN support
Download NordVPN apps for phones, tablets, smart TVs, and streaming devices, or set up on your router
The setup process is similar across devices, and router setup protects all connected devices at once