NordVPN's Threat Protection Pro™ Ranks Fourth in Anti-Phishing Test

Cybersecurity feature achieves 92% detection rate with zero false positives in independent evaluation

Jan. 30, 2026 at 8:31am

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NordVPN's Threat Protection Pro™ has demonstrated strong results in an independent anti-phishing test conducted by AV-Comparatives, ranking fourth among tested products with a 92% detection rate of phishing websites and zero false positives.

Why it matters

As phishing attacks become more sophisticated, tools like Threat Protection Pro™ can help everyday users stay safe online by detecting and blocking malicious websites. This independent test validates NordVPN's commitment to making advanced cybersecurity accessible to everyone.

The details

The AV-Comparatives anti-phishing test assessed the detection capabilities of antivirus products, browsers, and VPNs using 250 phishing URLs. Threat Protection Pro™, a feature included in the NordVPN app, placed fourth in the test with a 92% detection rate and no false positives. To earn the AV-Comparatives anti-phishing protection badge, a product must detect at least 85% of phishing URLs without causing any false alarms with legitimate sites.

  • The AV-Comparatives anti-phishing test took place from January 7 to January 19, 2026.
  • NordVPN became the first VPN service provider to be approved by AV-Comparatives for anti-phishing protection in June 2024.

The players

Threat Protection Pro™

A cybersecurity feature included in the NordVPN application that blocks malicious websites, trackers, and ads and scans downloads for malware.

NordVPN

The world's most advanced VPN service provider, chosen by millions of internet users worldwide, known for its user-friendly design and competitive pricing.

AV-Comparatives

A leading independent organization in cybersecurity evaluation that conducts scientifically grounded assessments of antivirus and internet security products.

Domininkas Virbickas

The product director at NordVPN.

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What they’re saying

“Our goal is to make advanced cybersecurity accessible to everyone. Phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated, often deceiving even cautious users with convincing replicas of trusted websites. These test results show that everyday users can rely on Threat Protection Pro™ to help against such threats.”

— Domininkas Virbickas, Product Director, NordVPN

What’s next

NordVPN plans to continue improving and expanding the capabilities of Threat Protection Pro™ to provide users with even more robust protection against evolving phishing threats.

The takeaway

This independent test demonstrates that NordVPN's Threat Protection Pro™ is a reliable tool for everyday users to safeguard against sophisticated phishing attacks, reinforcing the company's commitment to making advanced cybersecurity accessible to all.