Release notes for NordVPN for Linux

3. 17. 1 NordVPN

With this update, NordVPN better aligns with your custom DNS preferences. If you’ve set your /etc/resolv.conf file to read-only, we will keep your DNS settings unchanged.
We’ve been looking for bugs as usual to ensure that your NordVPN experience is as comfortable as possible.

3.17 NordVPN

New: Custom nicknames can now be added to your Meshnet devices to make them more recognizable and memorable.
Who says you ca n’t rewrite a small portion of your digital past? Use the command “norvovpn fileshare clear” to clear your file sharing history.
File sharing has been improved, along with a few other minor changes.

3.16.9 NordVPN

a number of minor adjustments and improvements hidden beneath the hood to improve your experience with the NordVPN app. because regular maintenance is just as crucial as a brand-new feature.

3.16.8 NordVPN

In Meshnet, we’ve improved the speed of connections between peer devices.

3.16.7 NordVPN

Our” Help” articles on file sharing and logging in have been updated, as well as the documentation for Meshnet.
Fixed: Meshnet’s problem with occasionally using a lot of CPU has been resolved.
additional minor adjustments and enhancements.

3.16 NordVPN

Local network discovery is a new setting. When using a VPN, Meshnet, or Kill Switch to access your local network, turn it on.
improvements to IP and port allowlisting.

3.16.5 NordVPN

Fixed: The previous release no longer contains a bug that displayed irrelevant messages.

3.16 NordVPN

Commands for file sharing are now compatible with Autocompletion.
File transfers from notifications can be accepted or rejected.
Use the “auto-accept” setting to always accept transfers from a particular peer for seamless file sharing with peers you trust. Each transfer wo n’t require your approval; files will begin downloading on their own.
Upgrades to file sharing that are under the hood result in quicker transfers, less latency, and tighter security.
Improvements to VPN performance: Random logouts should n’t interrupt your connection anymore, and the auto-connect bug has been fixed.
Fixed: Port/subnetwhitelisting continues to function normally.

3.13 NordVPN

To prevent connection errors brought on by typing in all caps, we improved the handling of command line parameters.
We have corrected a number of typos thanks to the community of our sharp-eyed contributors.
Our help texts now use POSIX arguments. Standard 1- 2017.
We upgraded the OpenVPN protocol’s connections ‘ security.
When managing Meshnet configuration, users without IP addresses will now be ignored.
Over Meshnet, a bug that prevented file sharing was fixed.

3.16.2 NordVPN

We’ve changed to more secure login options, so using a username and password is no longer an option in the terminal.
We have corrected a number of typos thanks to the community of our sharp-eyed contributors.

Over Meshnet, file sharing has improved:

The status of the file transfer will be communicated to you via notifications.
Transfers without files will be automatically rejected.
For clarity and accuracy, error messages have been updated.
Fixed: We’ll display the correct status for sender-canceled transfers.

3.16.1 NordVPN

Fixed: We became aware of an odd instance of Fedora connections to OpenVPN servers failing. We donned our detective hats and worked out the puzzle.

3.16 NordVPN

Countries and groups are now displayed by Autosuggest.
For the “mesh peer list” command, filters have been added. Utilize “northvpn mesh peer list- help” to explore every option.
Traffic routing options are now included in Meshnet invitations.
The interaction between auto-connect and obfuscation features has been improved.
a few minor bug fixes here and there.

3.15 NordVPN

Fixed: A bug that was causing Meshnet connectivity problems has been fixed.

3.15.4 NordVPN

Meshnet connections are now quicker!
The way invitations to link devices are displayed has been improved.
Underneath, performance has improved.

3.13 NordVPN

Fixed: Our app does n’t seem to be morning-oriented because it crashes after the computer returns to sleep mode. Cod and coffee were the most effective solutions we used to resolve the issue, and they were effective.
a few upgrades to security.

3.15.2 NordVPN

Fixed: According to a rumor, some new users have reported missing the Meshnet feature. Nothing paranormal has been found, as we have checked. Everyone can use Meshnet once more.

3.15 NordVPN

The foundation for Meshnet’s speed and latency improvements has been laid.
Fixed: If traffic is being routed using a peer device, we now display the correct status and an appropriate error message. Here, there is no more misunderstanding.
We’ve been working on our app’s naughty-or-nice score as the holidays draw near. A group of naughty bugs have been sent on an unrecoverable mission.
Older distributions can now be used with the application.
a few minor security upgrades

3.15 NordVPN

If the linked computer has given you permission to do so, you will now have access to its local network devices rather than your own when routing traffic through it. The other way around is that each device that routes traffic through your computer has access to your local network, which you can either allow or deny. To manage this permission, use the “northvpn mesh peer local” command.
Using a token created in your Nord Account, you can now log in. Check the “-token” option under “northvpn login -help.”
added the setting for “routing.” Check out “northvpn set routing- help.”
added the setting for “fwmark.” Check out “northvpn set fwmark -help.”
Fixed: The manual page now correctly displays the app version.
Fixed: When you’re offline, the app stops being stuck in the” connecting” state and uses OpenVPN as the default protocol.
Meshnet is now compatible with PureOS.
Meshnet has minor fixes.

3.14 NordVPN

Fixed: The app occasionally frozen at random, which caused problems for some users. According to rumors, some people even had to deal with the endless spinner. Now that the problem’s bug has been fixed, the app can function normally without any awkward silent pauses.
Better: When you open the app, a list of helpful commands will be displayed in the terminal to welcome you.

3.13.0 of NordVPN

Our Linux app now uses NordLynx as its default VPN protocol.
In terms of firewall handling, we changed. Instead of using VPN servers ‘ IP addresses, we now filter packets using firewall marks.
A few performance enhancements have been made.

3.12 NordVPN

Traffic routing based on policy has been replaced with destination-based routing.
Fixed: A bug that was present in the earlier version and made OpenVPN incompatible with all devices but those built with AMD64 architecture.

3.12.4 NordVPN

a number of minor adjustments and improvements hidden beneath the hood to improve your experience with the NordVPN app. because regular maintenance is just as crucial as a brand-new feature.

3.12.3 NordVPN

Better: In order to provide better guidance in the event of a failed login, we have improved our messaging.
Fixed: Using tags to connect to a particular server now functions normally.

3.12.2 NordVPN

Instead of listing our app versions alphabetically in package managers, chronological order is now used.
Fixed: When using the “norvpn connect]country]city ] command, we fixed a bug that had crept into the previous release and gotten in the way.
Fixed: Our Fedora distribution app had a few unanticipated errors, but they are no longer present.

3.12.1 NordVPN

Fixed: The group-based server search is now operational.
There should n’t be any more interruptions now that we’ve identified the cause of unforeseen app crashes during updates.
Fixed: The app no longer behaves erratically and now displays the correct name and icon in the Ubuntu Software Updater.

3.12.0 NordVPN

With the Nord Account login process, our Linux app joins the other NordVPN apps. The platform eliminates the requirement for multiple accounts and passwords and unifies all Nord services. With multi-factor authentication, you can also add a second layer of security to your account. Use the command “nordaccount” to log in with Nord Account. After logging you into your browser, we’ll return you to the app. smooth. Choose the method that works best for you; you can still log in using the “northvpn login” command.
A few security and performance enhancements have been made.

3.11.0 NordVPN

To make connecting to VPN even faster, we undertook some covert work.
Fixed: You’re not imagining things if you’ve noticed that commands ‘ auto-completement stopped working. Due to a bothersome bug that crept into the previous release, we somewhat lost it on the Z-shell Linux. Commands can now be automatically completed once more with ease!
Fixed: After an unsuccessful login, the app occasionally displayed an incorrect error message.

3. 0 NordVPN

On Linux, NordVPN now supports IPv6. Use the command “norfvpn set ipv6 on” to enable it.
You can now check which NordVPN version you are using by typing “northvpn version.” Both the commands “northvpn -version” and “neighvpn-v” are still effective.

3.9.5 NordVPN

We’re switching from the default Linux password entry to something more user-friendly, as suggested by our user community. Going forward, we’ll hide each symbol under an asterisk ( * ) when you type your password to log in.

3.9.4 NordVPN

Fixed: There is no longer a bug in the previous release that prevented installing and updating NordVPN on some RPM-based distributions.

3. 9 NordVPN

Fixed: The app will no longer erroneously indicate that your account has expired.

3.9.2 NordVPN

Improved application log handling: Logs are now offered as standard output to give you more control, as opposed to a file, which occasionally takes up more space than desired.
Fixed: A rare bug would cause every connection to fail, and this vicious cycle could only be broken by restarting the system. The bug has vanished.

3. 9 NordVPN

Rate your VPN connection as soon as it is active rather than waiting until you disconnect. Use the “norvpn rate” command to provide feedback on your current connection.
The “norvpn set defaults” command now prevents a VPN connection in addition to resetting to default settings.
Fixed: Command auto-completement now functions without a hitch.

3. 9 NordVPN

To remove all items from the whitelist, use the new command,” Nordvpn Whitelist Remove All.”
New command: “nordvpn set on/off firewall.” You have the option of deciding whether or not the app should set up a firewall.
Kill Switch also ceases to function if a daemon process is stopped. This prevents an unforeseen internet connection loss.
Fixed: Auto-connect now functions more smoothly.
On the network restart, we fixed the connection problems.
Fixed: Occasionally, but no longer, the VPN would n’t properly disconnect when logging out.
For a better experience with NordVPN, there are also more minor but crucial improvements and bug fixes.

3.8.10 NordVPN

Fixed: Ubuntu 18.04 restarts NordVPN without a hitch.
Performance and security have been slightly improved.

3.8.9 NordVPN

improvements and bug fixes.

3.8.8 NordVPN

improvements and bug fixes.

3.8.7 NordVPN

Fixed: When Kill Switch is turned on, the account and login commands are inoperative.

3.8.6 NordVPN

Fix: After waking up from system suspension, the NordLynx connection is restored.

3.8.5 NordVPN

Fixed: Error showing an expired account incorrectly.

3.8.4 NordVPN

Fixed: Whitelist is less restrictive and permits both directions to use ports.

3.8.3 NordVPN

Fixed: Firewall is n’t functioning properly on older distributions, like Ubuntu 14.04.

3.8.2 NordVPN

Fixed: Routes are no longer created by Whitelist.

3.8.1 NordVPN

What’s better is that Whitelist and Kill Switch now complement each other well.
What’s fixed: A bug that occasionally prevented auto-connect from functioning as it should has been fixed.

3.7.4 NordVPN

Connecting to a VPN server with NordLynx is now even quicker.
improved obfuscated mode VPN performance.

3.7.3 NordVPN

Fixed: Kill Switch now functions flawlessly with OpenVPN and NordLynx. Your current connection wo n’t be interrupted if you enable Kill Switch while connected to a NordLynx server.
Fixed: The app will now display a correct message informing you of the failed connection if your NordLynx server connection fails.

3.7.2 NordVPN

Users occasionally struggle to connect to VPNs due to a slow internet connection. To improve the VPN experience regardless of internet quality, we lengthened the API request timeout.

3.7.0 NordVPN

Now, you can use the “norfvpn set defaults” command to restore default settings.
No matter what network you’re on, you can access resources using a VPN, including computers, printers, and TVs. To specify subnet addresses, use the “northvpn whitelist addsubnet” command.

3.6.0 NordVPN

You can use the command nordvpn register in the app to create a new NordVPN account whenever you want to.
Fixed: In some distributions, Autocompletion—the magic that reduces key presses and protects you from command typos—was n’t functioning properly. It is currently operating flawlessly.

3.5.0 NordVPN

Introducing the updated internet Kill Switch for ultra security: when turned on, it prevents your device from using a VPN when it is n’t connected.
There are incorrect commands. You can revoke the VPN connection attempt with Ctrl+C and start over if you decide to change your mind after entering “norvpn connect]country/city/group/server.”
OpenVPN binaries have been updated to 2.4.8.

3.4.0 NordVPN

You can now try NordLynx, the fastest, safest, and most private VPN connection, thanks to our simplified process. You do n’t need to download the WireGuard ® package to begin using NordLynx. Simply enter the command “northvpn set technology nordlynx” to complete the process.
The OpenVPN or NordLynx VPN technology that you are currently using is displayed by the “northvpn settings” command.
Here’s a quick time-saving tip: you do n’t need to disconnect first if you’re connected to your VPN and want to switch to another server or location.
You can specify the location when connecting to group servers, such as “northvpn connect-group p2p Canada.”
Oh, and we almost forgot to mention that the app needed a number of different fixes and enhancements.