Fix NordVPN: Disconnects, Slow Speeds and Login Issues

If NordVPN won’t connect, keeps disconnecting, or feels slow, work through these quick fixes. They resolve most problems on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and Ubuntu.

Table of contents

• Quick checks
• Protocol and server changes
• Windows/macOS fixes
• Android/iOS fixes
• Ubuntu Linux CLI tips
• Streaming errors

Quick checks

• Update to the latest app version (Download here)
• Try Quick Connect; if it fails, pick a nearby country manually
• Temporarily disable other VPNs, antivirus firewalls or ad‑blockers
• Reboot your router and device

Protocol and server changes

• Switch to NordLynx for speed and reliability
• If NordLynx fails, try OpenVPN UDP, then OpenVPN TCP
• Test 3–5 different servers; some may be congested

Windows/macOS fixes

• Reset network stack (Windows):
  • Open Command Prompt (Admin) and run:

netsh int ip reset
ipconfig /flushdns

• Reinstall TAP/virtual adapters if OpenVPN hangs
• Allow the app in your firewall and disable IPv6 if leaks persist

Android/iOS fixes

• Clear the app cache/data (Android)
• Toggle Airplane mode off/on to refresh cellular settings
• Disable Battery Saver or Adaptive Battery for the NordVPN app

Ubuntu Linux CLI tips

• Re‑login and reconnect:

nordvpn logout
nordvpn login
nordvpn set technology nordlynx
nordvpn connect

• For DNS issues:

sudo resolvectl flush-caches

Streaming errors

• Switch servers and restart the streaming app
• Try the web version with the Chrome extension
• See detailed platform fixes in Streaming with NordVPN

Still stuck? Check community threads for your device or contact support. Meanwhile, our Security page covers safe settings to keep enabled (Kill Switch, Threat Protection).