To begin using NordVPN, you must activate your account using a 25-character "activation key" , which can be purchased from a physical or online retailer. This is the only method available for activating your account using the activation key .
To activate NordVPN with an activation key, follow the instructions below:
- Enter your NordVPN activation code and your email address, then click Continue .
- Check for the verification code in your email inbox.
- Copy the verification code from the email we sent you and paste it into the box.
- If you are a new NordVPN user, create a password for your Nord Account. Otherwise, type in your old password to log in.
- Download the NordVPN app .
After you've set up your NordVPN account with the activation code and downloaded the app - you'll need to install it. Read our blog's article on how to set up NordVPN .
If you experience any error when entering the activation code, please check our article on common issues with activation codes .