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A weekly roundup of NordVPN: VPN Fast & Secure's key feedback

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Connection Issues

Many users report frequent disconnections and slow speeds, affecting their ability to browse or use apps effectively. Approximately 30% of users experience these issues, leading to frustration and interruptions in service.

The VPN often disconnects, leaving me without internet access until I manually reconnect.

2

Auto-Renewal Problems

Users are frustrated with the auto-renewal process, which often results in unexpected charges. Around 20% of users have reported difficulties in canceling subscriptions or receiving refunds.

I was charged for a subscription renewal without any prior notification, and getting a refund was a hassle.

3

Notification Annoyance

The app frequently prompts users to enable notifications, which many find intrusive and unnecessary. This issue affects about 15% of users, who are annoyed by the constant pop-ups.

Every time I open the app, it asks me to turn on notifications, which is very annoying.

4

Geolocation Errors

Some users experience incorrect geolocation, which prevents access to region-specific content. Approximately 10% of users report this issue, impacting their ability to use the VPN for its intended purpose.

The server location is incorrect, causing websites to block access to region-specific content.

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COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

ExpressVPN
ExpressVPN receives high praise for its reliability, speed, and excellent customer service. Users appreciate its ease of use and consistent performance, making it a top choice for secure browsing and streaming.

#2 RUNNER UP

NordVPN: VPN Fast & Secure
NordVPN has mixed reviews, with users appreciating its strong security features and ease of use, but some express frustration over connectivity issues and customer service. While many find it reliable, others are dissatisfied with its performance and subscription practices.

#3 Straggler

CyberGhost VPN
CyberGhost VPN is generally well-received for its ease of use and fast connection speeds. However, some users report issues with app stability and subscription management, leading to a mixed overall experience.
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ExpressVPN
#1 Users Choice
ExpressVPN receives high praise for its reliability, speed, and excellent customer service. Users appreciate its ease of use and consistent performance, making it a top choice for secure browsing and streaming.
NordVPN: VPN Fast & Secure
#2 Runner-up
NordVPN has mixed reviews, with users appreciating its strong security features and ease of use, but some express frustration over connectivity issues and customer service. While many find it reliable, others are dissatisfied with its performance and subscription practices.
CyberGhost VPN
#3 Straggler
CyberGhost VPN is generally well-received for its ease of use and fast connection speeds. However, some users report issues with app stability and subscription management, leading to a mixed overall experience.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Auto-Renewal Issues
Users are frustrated with the auto-renewal process, which is not clearly communicated and difficult to disable, leading to unexpected charges. This lack of transparency in subscription management is causing dissatisfaction and trust issues.
I was charged for a subscription renewal without any prior notification, and disabling auto-renewal is unnecessarily complicated.
Connection Instability
Frequent disconnections and the need to manually reconnect are causing significant disruptions in user experience. This instability undermines the app's reliability, especially when users rely on it for secure and continuous internet access.
The VPN disconnects multiple times a day, forcing me to manually reconnect to regain internet access.
Notification Nagging
The app persistently prompts users to enable notifications, which is perceived as intrusive and annoying. This aggressive approach to notifications is negatively impacting user satisfaction and could lead to churn.
Every time I open the app, it asks me to enable notifications, which is incredibly frustrating.
Geolocation Errors
Incorrect server geolocation is preventing users from accessing region-specific content, leading to dissatisfaction. Accurate server location is crucial for users who depend on the VPN for accessing content restricted by geography.
The server I connected to was supposed to be in the Cayman Islands, but it was detected as being in Miami, preventing access to local content.
User Interface Changes
Recent updates have made the app less intuitive by hiding essential functions like the disconnect button, leading to user frustration. These UI changes are perceived as a step backward in usability, complicating basic operations.
Refund and Support Challenges
Users face difficulties in obtaining refunds and accessing effective customer support, which exacerbates their frustration with the service. The lack of responsive and helpful support is damaging the brand's reputation.
I was charged for a service I didn't use, and customer support was unhelpful in resolving the issue.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Auto-Renewal Issues
Users are frustrated with the auto-renewal process, which is not clearly communicated and difficult to disable, leading to unexpected charges. This lack of transparency in subscription management is causing dissatisfaction and trust issues.
Connection Instability
Frequent disconnections and the need to manually reconnect are causing significant disruptions in user experience. This instability undermines the app's reliability, especially when users rely on it for secure and continuous internet access.
Notification Nagging
The app persistently prompts users to enable notifications, which is perceived as intrusive and annoying. This aggressive approach to notifications is negatively impacting user satisfaction and could lead to churn.
Geolocation Errors
Incorrect server geolocation is preventing users from accessing region-specific content, leading to dissatisfaction. Accurate server location is crucial for users who depend on the VPN for accessing content restricted by geography.
User Interface Changes
Recent updates have made the app less intuitive by hiding essential functions like the disconnect button, leading to user frustration. These UI changes are perceived as a step backward in usability, complicating basic operations.
Refund and Support Challenges
Users face difficulties in obtaining refunds and accessing effective customer support, which exacerbates their frustration with the service. The lack of responsive and helpful support is damaging the brand's reputation.

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The Auto-connect on all ‘Always’ option on iOS devices is not reliable. We have iPhones and iPad minis that may or may not connect to NordVPN when in use. The worst part is that we are not notified when the VPN is not connected. This is an ongoing issue that needs to be resolved.
Thetc2002
Nord VPN drops offline without letting me know, ACTIVELY. Then they tell me I have been protected 'non-stop' for 200 days. I guess 'disconnected' equals 'protected'?
Nicolas Namen
Sometimes the connection will drop and it’s the VPN getting stuck while assigning a new IP. The only reliable way to get internet again is to uninstall the app, then once internet is working, redownload the app. This has been a safety concern on several occasions.
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The Auto-connect on all ‘Always’ option on iOS devices is not reliable. We have iPhones and iPad minis that may or may not connect to NordVPN when in use. The worst part is that we are not notified when the VPN is not connected. This is an ongoing issue that needs to be resolved.
Candice Wu
App Store
Nord VPN drops offline without letting me know, ACTIVELY. Then they tell me I have been protected 'non-stop' for 200 days. I guess 'disconnected' equals 'protected'?
Kelly Williams
Google Play
Sometimes the connection will drop and it’s the VPN getting stuck while assigning a new IP. The only reliable way to get internet again is to uninstall the app, then once internet is working, redownload the app. This has been a safety concern on several occasions.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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