NordVPN teams up with Internews to defend journalists and activists from digital threats

Date:
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:34:34 +0000

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The VPN giant is expanding its efforts to provide journalists, human rights defenders, and NGOs with vital digital security tools to bypass increased censorship, digital surveillance, and cyberattacks.

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currently the top-rated provider in our best VPN guide has partnered with non-profit organization Internews to strengthen digital safety for journalists, civil society organizations, and human rights defenders.

State-sponsored surveillance, censorship, and cyberattacks are on the rise,
in fact, making the need for secure online communications more crucial than ever for those on the frontlines. This collaboration aims to distribute vital privacy-protecting technologies to at-risk communities operating in the world's most dangerous and restrictive environments. According to Internews' announcement , the partnership will help those facing intense information manipulation and harassment to maintain access to trustworthy information and communicate securely without fear of pervasive monitoring. Article continues below You may like Surfshark partners with Internews to protect journalists and activists with free VPN access A perfect match NordVPN teams up with CrowdStrike to take its Threat Protection Pro suite to the next level Beyond VPN protection how NordVPN changed in 2025, and whats in store for 2026

This isn't the first time the two organizations have worked together; Nord Security ( NordVPN 's parent company) previously equipped local partners in Sudan and Afghanistan with tools to minimize surveillance risks and bypass censorship.

Now, the new initiative expands on that foundation by directly integrating Nords secure tools and "Changemakers" training slide decks into Internews' global digital safety programming.

"Secure digital spaces are a lifeline for people working under threat," said Meera Selva, CEO of Internews Europe. "NordVPN's support allows us to provide journalists and activists with reliable tools that reduce their exposure to surveillance and censorship, and ultimately help them continue their vital work." NordVPN: up to $50 of Amazon gift cards with 2-year plans If you are not a journalist or activist, good news NordVPN is currently offering a fan-favorite deal to celebrate its 14th anniversary. While its prices haven't been reduced this time round, grabbing a NordVPN deal gives you the chance to get free Amazon gift vouchers on all its non-Basic plans. With any of these plans, you'll get: Threat Protection Pro NordPass password management Data breach scanning 10 simultaneous connections Super-quick VPN connections To get the maximum value gift voucher, you'll need to get the most expensive NordVPN plans. Remember, though, it's only worth upgrading to plans that
offer features you think you'll actually use. View Deal Why journalists need
a VPN more than ever Operating in restrictive contexts shaped by conflict and censorship means that secure communication is no longer a luxury for journalists; its an absolute necessity for survival.

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) encrypts internet traffic and masks the
user's IP address, making it harder for hostile regimes or bad actors to
track their physical location or monitor their online activities.

NordVPN brings significant technical muscle to this cause. The provider
boasts servers in 178 locations across 129 countries, alongside specialist privacy features like Double VPN , Onion Over VPN , and its signature Threat Protection Pro , which actively blocks trackers, malicious websites, and malware-laced downloads. This move follows a similar path set by its sister brand, Surfshark, which also recently partnered with Internews to provide at-risk individuals with free VPN access. What to read next Proton's Lifetime account raffle raises $1.27 million for digital rights advocates Google
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and digital safety is at risk

To encourage broader public engagement with digital safety, Internews and NordVPN have also launched a joint donation campaign. The first 100 individuals who donate 35 to the non-profit will receive a 6-month NordVPN subscription as an incentive.

Furthermore, the two organizations will share the stage at the upcoming RightsCon 2026 event to highlight the importance of responsible technology in protecting vulnerable communities.

"Our work together underscores a shared commitment to strengthening digital resilience worldwide," said Akvil Liudien, ESG manager at NordVPN. "By combining Internews' frontline expertise with Nords secure technologies, we can help protect those most at risk." Today's best NordVPN deals NordVPN 2 Year 2.59 /mth View at NordVPN NordVPN 1 year 3.79 /mth View at NordVPN NordVPN 1 Month 9.69 /mth View at NordVPN Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button!



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