How to Safely Torrent with NordVPN

NordVPN is one of the best VPNs out there. It used to be the first option of many people for safe torrenting. However, this VPN takes much time to arrange. The kill switch does not start by itself, and some servers are unsuitable for torrenting. 

Guide: How to torrent using NordVPN

To get the most experience from NordVPN, use it to assemble and then arrange its setting with your torrent client VPN. 

Setting Up uTorrent with NordVPN

Here is the guide on how to torrent while using NordVPN:

1. Click on uTorrent, open “options,” and select “Preferences.”
2. Open “connection,” and click on the proxy server menu, select “COCKS5.”
3. On the “proxy,” enter NordVPN proxy server addresses.
4. In “port,” type in “1080” please make sure the following containers are selected:
   1. Verification
   2. Make use of a proxy for hostname lookups 
   3. Operate proxy for peer-to-peer networks
   4. Inactivate all the local DNS lookups
   5. Inactivate all the qualities that reveal identifying info 
   6. Stop networks that are unsupported by the proxy 
5. Type the Nord VPN password and username in the confirmation field and click on “ok”

There could be several reasons why your uTorrent client is not downloading.

First, ensure that your torrents‘ status is “Active.” If it's “Paused,” click the “Resume” button to unpause the torrent.

Second, check your network connection to ensure you're connected to the Internet.

Third, make sure that there are no firewalls or anti-virus software blocking uTorrent from accessing the Internet.

Finally, if you're still having trouble, try restarting your computer and uTorrent client.

Setting Up BitTorrent with NordVPN

1. Click on BitTorrent, open “Tools,” then select “Options.”
2. Select “linking”
3. Type: SOCKS5
4. Host (insert your chosen NordVPN server address)
5. Port: 1080
6. Click the boxes next to “practice proxy for peer-to-peer connections” and “verification.”
7. Name: NordVPN username 
8. NordVPN password
9. Click “ok,” and you are done

What to do when NordVPN and torrent are not working?

There are a few ways to fix this problem if you are havi]ng trouble with Nord VPN and torrent.

Try a new torrent or magnetic link. 

If you want to increase your chances of downloading a torrent, find one with plenty of seeding users and positive reviews. A broken or low-quality link or an insufficient number of seeders can inhibit the successful completion of the download.   

Improve a firewall exception 

If you find that your firewall is blocking your torrent client from accessing the internet, it may be due to the potential dangers of downloading unknown torrents. You must add your torrent client to your firewall's “Allow” list to fix this issue. This can usually be found in your firewall and network settings and will allow you to let an app communicate through the firewall.

Slow NordVPN torrenting speed? Try this

I have tried out these steps, which work well with Nord VPN. 

Switch to a different server

Some servers get full-packed at times, which affects congestion, and the speed gets slower. To avoid this, try selecting a P2P server with few users. You can see how full each connection is by checking the % next to each server.

You can also join servers that are nearer to your location. The distance is why the connection is so slow and the download speed is sluggish. If the speed does not get better, you can try ExpressVPN instead. With 3000+ servers in its network, ExpressVPN guarantees that you will be able to find a local connection for torrenting.

Check Protocol 

You can use NordVPN's Lynx Protocol for higher speed. It's made to keep the speed fast and your privacy secure.

Look over your internet connection speed

You can run a quick speed test; you'll be able to view your Mbps. If your connection is slower, try connecting directly to your router using an ethernet cable. This provides a faster and more reliable internet connection than WIFI does.

Remove inactive devices 

This VPN allows you to connect to up to 6 devices simultaneously to recover speed and disconnect from NordVPN servers on all your devices. You should connect with your torrenting device if you are not using a VPN.

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