NordVPN Expands Virtual Server Network with 30 New Locations
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Key Takeaways
- Expanded Coverage: NordVPN virtual servers increase locations to 79, improving access, privacy, and content availability worldwide for users.
- Performance & Security: Virtual servers perform like physical servers and follow NordVPN’s strict no-logs and encryption policies.
- Strategic Deployment: New virtual locations target regions with legal, infrastructure, or political challenges for optimal user connectivity.
NordVPN has announced the addition of 30 new virtual server locations, bringing its total to 79 virtual locations worldwide. With this expansion, the VPN now offers 178 total server locations, giving users more options for secure and private connections.
The company says the new locations were added in response to growing user demand, particularly in regions where establishing physical servers is difficult due to legal, political, or infrastructure challenges.
What Are NordVPN Virtual Servers?
Virtual server locations allow NordVPN to provide users with IP addresses from countries where it does not operate a physical server. While the server itself is located elsewhere, it appears to users as if it is physically in the chosen country.
NordVPN assures that these virtual servers are just as secure as physical ones and are fully covered under its strict no-logs policy. The company clearly labels all virtual servers in its apps and provides a full list on its website, maintaining transparency for users.
Why NordVPN Is Using Virtual Servers
In its announcement, NordVPN said the new locations were “handpicked from around the globe” to meet rising user demand. Some regions present challenges such as restrictive data laws, limited infrastructure, or political constraints that make physical servers impractical.
For example, NordVPN uses virtual servers to provide Indian IP addresses. New data laws in India require physical servers to log user data for several years, which conflicts with NordVPN’s no-logs policy. By using virtual servers, NordVPN can continue offering Indian IPs without compromising user privacy.
NordVPN also provided examples of where virtual servers are physically hosted:
- Armenia’s virtual server is hosted in Bulgaria
- Morocco’s virtual server is hosted in Spain
- Vietnam’s virtual server is hosted in Hong Kong
According to NordVPN, these virtual servers deliver performance and speed comparable to physical servers, ensuring users get a seamless experience.
What This Means for NordVPN Users
The addition of 30 virtual locations gives NordVPN users more flexibility when connecting to different countries. It helps unlock geo-restricted content, improve connection options in hard-to-serve regions, and maintain privacy without compromising speed.
By clearly identifying virtual servers and maintaining consistent performance, NordVPN reinforces its commitment to transparency, privacy, and reliable service. The company also states that more virtual locations may be added in the future as part of ongoing efforts to expand global coverage.
With 79 virtual locations and 178 total locations, NordVPN continues to strengthen its position as a leading VPN provider, offering users secure, private, and fast connections around the world.
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