Open your profile, then Settings, then Protocol, and choose NordLynx. It’s NordVPN’s fastest protocol and the best default on iPhone and iPad.
The catch: the 2-year price renews at the regular rate after the first 27 months.
If you use NordVPN on an iPhone or iPad and want the fastest connection, switching to NordLynx is the best move you can make. NordLynx is NordVPN’s own protocol, built on WireGuard.
What is NordLynx?
NordLynx is NordVPN’s high-performance protocol based on WireGuard. WireGuard has a small, modern codebase, which makes connections fast, stable and efficient compared with older protocols like OpenVPN.
What you get on iOS:
- faster downloads and uploads
- lower latency for games and video calls
- smooth HD streaming
- modern encryption
How to turn on NordLynx on iPhone or iPad
- Open the NordVPN app and tap your profile icon.
- Tap the gear icon to open Settings.
- Scroll to Protocol and tap it.
- Choose NordLynx, then reconnect if the app asks you to.
That’s it: your iPhone or iPad now uses NordLynx for every connection.
Why NordLynx is the best choice on iOS
You’ll notice the difference most when you stream, play games that need low latency, use café or airport Wi-Fi, or just browse all day. Because it’s lightweight, NordLynx is also easy on the battery.
Update the NordVPN app from the App Store, then log out and back in. If it still doesn’t show, restart the app and check again.
FAQ
Is NordLynx safe on iPhone?
Yes. It’s NordVPN’s own version of the WireGuard protocol with NordVPN’s privacy additions, and it’s the protocol NordVPN recommends for most people.
Should I use NordLynx or OpenVPN on iOS?
NordLynx for speed and everyday use. OpenVPN is worth trying only if NordLynx won’t connect on a particular network.
Does NordLynx cost extra?
No. Every protocol is included in every NordVPN plan.
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