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Connecting to NordVPN (Linux Network Manager)

 

 

To connect to NordVPN using the Linux Network Manager, follow these steps:

  1. Download the OpenVPN Configuration File Package and extract them into a folder of your choice.
  2. Enter the following command to make sure that you have installed all of the available updates on your device system and OpenVPN network manager:
    sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade -y && sudo apt install network-manager-openvpn-gnome -y
  3. Click on the network selection button in the upper-right corner of the screen, press VPN off, and select VPN settings from the drop-down menu.

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  4. A configuration window will open. Press the + icon next to VPN.

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  5. You will be prompted to choose a connection type. Select Import from file…

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  6. You will be asked to select a file you would like to import. Navigate to the folder where you have extracted the configuration files, select one of the files from the list, and click Open.

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  7. In the pop-up window, enter your NordVPN service username and password. Press Add.

    You can find your NordVPN service credentials (service username and service password) in the Nord Account dashboard:
    1. Click Set up NordVPN manually.

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    2. You will receive a verification code in your email that you use for NordVPN services. Type the code in: 

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    3. Copy the credentials using the Copy buttons on the right:

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  8. Now click on the toggle under the VPN section to connect to a NordVPN server. The toggle switch will turn green once connected.

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