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| VPN Capabilities | Has it? |
|---|---|
| Support for secure tunneling protocols (OpenVPN, WireGuard, IKEv2, etc.) | ✓ |
| End-to-end encryption of data in transit | ✓ |
| Verified no-logs policy | ✓ |
| Kill switch to block traffic if VPN connection drops | ✓ |
| Split tunneling support | ✓ |
| Multi-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android) | ✓ |
| Browser extensions for VPN access | ✓ |
| Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for account access | ✓ |
| Obfuscation or stealth mode to bypass VPN blocking | ✕ |
| DNS leak prevention | ✓ |
| IPv6 leak prevention | ✕ |
| Option for dedicated/static IP addresses | ✕ |
| Large variety of server locations worldwide | ✓ |
| P2P/torrent support | ✓ |
| Servers optimized for streaming platforms | ✓ |
| Integration with firewall rules and filtering | ✕ |
| API access for management and automation | ✕ |
| Bandwidth limits or unlimited data policy | ✕ |
| Visibility into connection/session logs (if any) | ✕ |
| Real-time performance and latency monitoring | ✕ |
| Role-based access control (RBAC) for enterprise VPNs | ✕ |
| Multi-tenancy support (MSSP or enterprise) | ✕ |
| Cloud-native VPN service option | ✕ |
| On-premises VPN deployment option | ✕ |
| Hybrid (cloud + on-prem) VPN deployment | ✕ |
| WireGuard protocol support | ✓ |
Compliance
| Param | NordVPN |
|---|---|
| Compliance Standards | GDPR-compliant; subject to independent no-logs audits (PwC); no public HIPAA or FedRAMP certifications; ISO certification varies by product |
| Audit Logging | No – claims no connection/activity logs per independent audits; retains minimal billing, support and optional diagnostic logs |
| Reporting | Limited – publishes independent audit and transparency reports; business/NordLayer products provide enhanced compliance and reporting features |
