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FAQ: Norton VPN

Applicable for: Android;Mac;Windows;iOS

Norton VPN helps keep you safe while you surf the web and prevents your online activities from being tracked by third-party trackers, including ISPs or the websites that you visit. It also helps block ad trackers by intercepting cookies and removing your identifying information.

System requirements

Available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices. They may be used on a specified number of devices, with unlimited use during the subscription term.

Windows

Operating System
  • Microsoft Windows 11/10 (all versions except Windows 11/10 in S mode)

  • Microsoft Windows 8/8.1 (all versions)

  • Microsoft Windows 7 with Service Pack 1 (SP 1) or later

Processor

For Windows 11/10/8/7: 1 GHz

RAM

  • For Windows 11/10: 2 GB

  • For Windows 8/7: 1 GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit)

Hard disk space

  • 150MB of available hard disk space

Mac

Operating System

  • Mac OS X 10.15.x (Catalina) or later

  • Mac computer with Intel® Core™ 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, or Xeon processor)

Hardware
  • 2 GB of RAM

  • 300 MB of available hard disk space

Android

Operating System

  • Android running 8.0 or later

Device requirements

  • Must have Google Play app installed

  • 100 MB of available storage space

iOS

Operating System

  • iPhones or iPads running the current and previous two versions of Apple iOS

Device requirements

  • 100 MB of available storage space

How does Norton VPN help protect my online privacy?

If you use public Wi-Fi, your online activities can be monitored. Cybercriminals can steal personal information like your usernames, passwords, or account numbers. Learn More.

Norton VPN masks all your online activities when you access the Internet. This way, you can view your applications as if you were at home.
They also help protect the data you send and receive when using public Wi-Fi in the following ways:

  • Adds bank-grade encryption

  • Let's you browse the Web anonymously so your privacy is protected. Learn More.

  • We don't track, log or save your browser activities. Learn More.

  • Offers world-class customer support from Norton, a leader in consumer cybersecurity.

Where are the IP addresses of Norton VPN located?

The servers' IP addresses are located in different countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Brazil, and they are optimized to ensure the best possible Internet browsing experience.

What information can my Internet service provider (ISP) and websites see when I use Norton VPN?

When you use Norton VPN, your data is encrypted so that your Internet service provider can see only the amount of traffic passing through their servers and not the encrypted data.

If you do not use Norton VPN, your ISP can see what websites you visit, your online activities, IM chats, and any files you download or upload. The websites you visit can also see the browser you use, the operating system of your device, and your location.

Features of Norton VPN

To know more details about the features available in Norton VPN, refer to Features of Norton VPN

DocID: v117122849
Last modified: 06/18/2025

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