Emergency VPN

Secure your mission with theEmergency VPN program

Protect your mission from surveillance and censorship. Our Emergency VPN program provides urgent, free access to NordVPN when your security is at risk.

An internet without borders

Everyone should be able to access the internet privately without the fear of being watched or controlled. Yet too many people around the world live under heavy censorship and surveillance or are silenced for expressing their opinions.

NordVPN stands for digital freedom and helps people by securing their private data and providing open access to the internet.

Encryption assistance for those in need

If you are facing extensive online censorship, targeted surveillance, or the threat of violence, contact NordVPN and request a free Emergency VPN service immediately to protect your privacy. With NordVPN, you can securely bypass online restrictions and keep your communication away from prying eyes.

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Benefits of the Emergency VPN program

With NordVPN, keep your voice loud and your identity quiet.

Six months of free VPN protection

If your nonprofit operates in a high-risk area or is facing a sudden crisis, we’ll provide six months of NordVPN at no cost. We’ll help protect your team and your data, even when the budget is tight.

Priority activation

We understand that in case of an urgent threat, you can’t afford to wait for technical support. We move emergency requests to the front of our queue to make sure your account is set up as quickly as possible.

Strong AES-256 encryption

We protect your internet traffic with AES-256 encryption, which is the same security standard used by governments to protect top-secret data. It makes your online activity unreadable to anyone trying to intercept it, even on public networks.

No activity tracking

You shouldn’t have to worry about who is watching what you do online. Our policy is backed by independent audits to prove that we never track, collect, or share your online activity, which keeps your sensitive work and contacts strictly private.

Unlimited VPN bandwidth

Get unlimited bandwidth so your team can download and upload large files and stay on calls for as long as necessary without ever worrying about being slowed down or cut off.

Specialty servers

If you are working in a region with heavy internet restrictions, our obfuscated servers might help you stay connected. They hide the fact that you’re using a VPN, allowing you to avoid blocks and access the open web under the radar.

One account, 10 devices

One NordVPN account covers up to 10 different devices at the same time, including laptops, smartphones, and tablets. This makes it easy to keep your entire team protected across all the hardware they use to get the job done.

Extra security features

Get a full suite of advanced VPN features to block malware and a kill switch to prevent data leaks if your connection drops. These features operate in the background to keep your work secure without extra effort.

NordVPN supports emergency digital security projects

We stand by organizations that fight cybercrime by providing assistance to victims of cyberattacks and helping internet users stay safe online.

The Digital Security Helpline is a free-of-charge resource available to civil society around the world. It provides real-time, direct technical assistance and advice to activists, independent media, and civil society organizations.

Open Rights Group is one of the UK’s largest grassroots digital rights campaigning organizations, working to protect everyone’s rights to privacy and free speech online.
We fight for a fair digital environment where technology supports justice, equality, and freedom. We campaign, lobby, and go to court — whatever it takes to challenge restrictions on our human rights.

An overview of global internet shutdowns

Internet shutdowns can be daunting — no news, no messages, no way to reach the outside. Governments use them to control what people see and say online, but let’s be real — cutting off the web is a direct attack on human rights.

That’s where Access Now opens in a new tab and their #KeepItOn campaign step in. This initiative unites hundreds of organizations working around the clock to spot shutdowns, help people get back online, and push for laws that keep the internet open for everyone.

Check out the table below to see where the web is currently being restricted.

Real stories from the front lines of change

“Thanks to generous donations of NordVPN licenses, Health In Harmony has been able to protect sensitive data, ensure secure communication across borders, and safeguard our team’s digital workspaces. These tools have been essential in helping us operate safely and efficiently, especially in areas with heightened cybersecurity risks. We're deeply grateful for this support — it strengthens our mission and the communities we serve.”

Melissa Di Rito

Health In Harmony

“Since 1990, the Electronic Frontier Foundation has worked to fight illegal surveillance, advocate for users, protect privacy, and support freedom-enhancing technologies. EFF thanks NordVPN for their generous contribution in support of EFF’s legal work and Surveillance Self Defense, helping us continue the fight for a brighter digital future.”

The Electronic Frontier Foundation

“At Students For Liberty, digital security and privacy are essential to our global mission. NordVPN has been a trusted partner in helping us protect our communications, especially as we work with students and activists in regions where internet freedom is restricted. Their reliable service and strong focus on online privacy have made it easier for us to work securely.”

Michal Šindlář

Students For Liberty

“NordVPN has been a game changer for protecting our investigative journalists. It helps our team carry out vital climate investigations securely and privately -- and we especially appreciate the dark web monitoring that helps protect our accounts. For a nonprofit newsroom, this support is invaluable. Thank you, NordVPN!”

DeSmog

“I’m so grateful to Nord VPN for supporting the work of journalists working on migration, security, and human rights. There are few companies dedicated to ensuring privacy as a public good. Nord VPN is a powerful tool in a time of increased digital surveillance.”

Caitlin L Chandler

Investigative Journalist

“NordVPN is a vital partner in protecting a private Canadian Internet. As defenders of digital rights, we handle sensitive research that attracts attention from hostile actors. NordVPN’s encryption and no-logs policy provide the privacy we rely on to work securely. It is rare to find a tool that balances strong security with user-friendly design.”

Matt Hatfield

OpenMedia

“NordVPN has been instrumental in supporting the safety and security of HEAL Trafficking’s remote team. As a global nonprofit responding to human trafficking, we rely on their digital security tools to ensure confidentiality in sensitive communications with survivor leaders and healthcare partners worldwide. Their commitment to nonprofit support helps us focus on our mission with peace of mind.”

Carolina Gomez

HEAL Trafficking

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