NordVPN - a VPN proxy extension for Firefox

Name: NordVPN - a VPN proxy extension for Firefox
Rating: 3.7222 (2563 reviews)
Author: NordVPN

Looking for the best VPN extension for Firefox? NordVPN's Firefox VPN proxy extension lets you hide your IP, change your virtual location, and stay safe online with a click. Get a fast, secure, and unlimited VPN for Firefox!

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NordVPN's Firefox VPN proxy extension offers a fast, secure way to protect your online identity and access content with ease. Easily change your virtual location, hide your real IP address, and prevent WebRTC IP leaks to keep your browsing private. The extension encrypts your browser's internet traffic, ensuring safe access to websites and services.

Enjoy additional features like Threat Protection Lite, which blocks ads, pop-ups, and malicious websites to enhance your browsing experience. With over 5,500 servers worldwide, connect instantly via the "Quick Connect" option, benefiting from unlimited bandwidth and blazing speeds. 24/7 customer support and a 30-day money-back guarantee provide peace of mind. NordVPN works seamlessly on multiple devices including laptops, smartphones, PCs, and routers.

Privacy & Security Productivity Utilities

By:

NordVPN

Daily users:

219,330+ 1.06K

Rating:

3.72

(2,563) 8 new ratings

Version:

4.13.2 Last updated: 2025-05-20

Version code:

5939124

Creation date:

2017-11-08

Risk:

Permissions:

alarms
scripting
proxy
webRequest
webNavigation
privacy
storage
notifications
tabs
contextMenus

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size:

2.33M

Email:

su*****@nordvpn.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 78

Other rankings

#39 in Privacy & Security

#9 in proxy keyword 80

#9 in vpn keyword 97

#10 in extension keyword 88

#13 in chrome extension keyword 94 ▲ 1

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User reviews

Users appreciate NordVPN Firefox extension for its stable, fast connections and strong security, especially for accessing content from various countries. It offers flexibility to use VPN only within Firefox, not affecting the entire PC. However, many users criticize the lack of a free plan, unclear communication about payment requirements, and occasional login or performance issues. While the extension has improved over time and works well for some, others find it slow or frustrating, leading to mixed experiences overall.

Pros

Provides stable and fast connection allowing access to content from different countries without affecting internet speed.
Strong security features that can replace additional antivirus software.
Allows VPN use only on Mozilla Firefox without affecting the whole PC.
Has been gradually improving over the years and recommended by some users.
Works as expected on various platforms including Linux Cinnamon Mint 22.

Cons

Requires a paid subscription; no free plan available, misleading some users expecting free service.
Login and registration process can be troublesome, with users experiencing login errors.
Performance can be inconsistent; sometimes slow or unusable, needing to be turned off frequently.
Some users find the payment requirement vague and feel tricked into creating accounts without clear information on costs.

Recent reviews

by Firefox user 17389192, 2025-05-22

easy access and quick

by Firefox user 14897959, 2025-05-20

Nord is the fastest, most reliable VPN that I have used, add this extension works very well.

by azurepriestess, 2025-05-19

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Extension safety

Risk impact

NordVPN - a VPN proxy extension for Firefox requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

NordVPN - a VPN proxy extension for Firefox has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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