Speed meets security: Norton VPN levels up performance
The balance between speed and security can be hard to strike — but not for Norton VPN. With new 25 Gbps servers in seven major cities, expanded OpenVPN support on Windows, and a freshly audited Mimic protocol, you can enjoy fast speeds and verified rock-solid privacy without compromise.
With our latest Norton VPN upgrades, we’ve expanded your digital highway by adding faster lanes and strengthening the foundation beneath them. Here’s how these improvements translate into smoother, safer, and more reliable connections for you.
Network upgrade: faster routes, smarter choices
Streaming, gaming, or joining a video call should be seamless — and that’s why we continue to invest in improving our VPN network for even faster, smarter performance.
Here’s what’s new:
- 25 Gbps servers in:
- New York , USA
- Chicago, USA
- Ashburn, USA
- London, UK
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Tokyo, Japan
- Sydney, Australia
- 5 new P2P-optimized cities tuned for smoother sharing:
- New York, USA
- San Jose, USA
- Madrid, Spain
- Tokyo, Japan
- Sydney, Australia
- 1 new virtual location: India.
- 1 new city: Berlin, Germany.
More locations mean less congestion, shorter digital distances, and snappier connections. Pick the closest VPN server location or try a P2P-optimized city when you’re sharing big files. It’s like sailing through the express checkout instead of ending up in the longest line.
More OpenVPN options for those with a need for speed
Performance isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why Norton VPN for Windows now gives you more control over how you connect, with flexible VPN protocol options designed to match your activity and network conditions.
Following hot on the heels of the Norton VPN DCO boost, you can now take your OpenVPN optimization a step further by selecting a UDP or TCP connection:
- OpenVPN User Datagram Protocol (UDP) prioritizes speed over the reliability of TCP, making it perfect for gaming, streaming, VoIP, and other real-time apps where a little data loss won’t disrupt the experience.
- OpenVPN Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) enforces reliability at the expense of UDP’s faster speeds, making it ideal for browsing, email, and file transfers where accuracy matters most.
Not sure which option to use? Go with UDP for the fastest OpenVPN performance, and switch to TCP if you’re on an unstable network or transferring important files. Think of it as picking between “sport mode” and “comfort mode” for your connection.
“Privacy shouldn’t come at the cost of speed. We’re proving that every day — rolling out 25-Gbps upgrades in key cities, optimizing P2P performance, expanding coverage, and giving Windows users more OpenVPN options. The goal is simple: a faster, safer VPN experience for everyone.”
– Himmat Bains, Norton VPN Product Lead
Verified security: Mimic protocol passes its first audit
When you're relying on a VPN to protect your privacy, speed is great, but trust is everything. As well as verifying our no-log policy, independent cybersecurity experts at VerSprite recently conducted the first third-party security assessment of our proprietary Mimic protocol.
Here’s what they found:
- The overall technical risk and privacy impact is assessed to be "None."
- The latest version supports quantum-resistant ciphersuites.
- Stealth improvements reduce the likelihood of VPN detection.
What does this mean for you? Even as we dial up performance, we keep your privacy, protection, and accessibility front-and-center, so you can browse, stream, and chat with confidence.
“We are proud to share that an independent assessment by VerSprite confirmed that Mimic Protocol in Norton VPN poses no technical risks to customers. Security and privacy are foundational to our products, and this validation reinforces our commitment to delivering protection our customers can rely on. We remain dedicated to rigorous testing, transparent evaluation, and continual improvement to ensure our technologies meet the highest standards of online safety and trust.”
– Himmat Bains, Norton VPN Product Lead
Norton VPN performance you can feel every day
Crave speed without sacrificing peace of mind? Open your Norton VPN app or start a free trial, pick a fresh location (try one of those 25 Gbps cities!), and choose the OpenVPN mode that suits your needs. Then enjoy faster, more private, and effortless browsing wherever you are.
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