Introduction
The malicious website blocker, part of Threat Protection Pro™, acts as a first line of defense against web-based threats. It automatically blocks dangerous websites that are known to distribute malware or engage in other malicious activities.
How does malicious website blocker work?
- Real-time scam warnings – Instantly notifies you if a site is on our list of known fraudulent websites, protecting you from schemes designed to steal your money.
- Anti-phishing & identity theft protection – Safeguards your digital identity by warning you about malicious websites engineered to steal your login credentials and personal information.
- Up-to-date threat intelligence – Leverages a constantly updated database of fraudulent domains to provide strong defense against both existing and newly emerging online threats.
- Always-on security – Works continuously in the background to protect your browsing activity, even when you are not using a VPN connection.
Requirements
Ensure that you have the NordVPN Plus or Ultimate subscription active and that the NordVPN application is installed on your macOS or Windows device.
Here's what to do
- Open the NordVPN app.
- Click the shield icon on the left side of the NordVPN application.
- Click "Advanced browsing protection."
- Enable the "Malicious website blocker" by clicking the toggle.
Additional tips
- Be skeptical of online deals and offers that seem too good to be true.
- Never provide personal or financial information on a website you reached from an unsolicited link in an email or message.
- Before making a purchase online, verify the site's legitimacy by looking for independent reviews, a physical address, and professional design.
