NordVPN — Independently Audited No-Logs VPN

NordVPN is the most-reviewed name in the category, and the facts are what make it shortlist-worthy: its no-logs policy has been independently audited more than once, the company is operated from Panama (outside the 14 Eyes intelligence-sharing arrangement), and it runs on NordLynx, a protocol built on WireGuard. Threat Protection blocks domains flagged as malicious before they load, and the plan covers up to 10 devices with a 30-day money-back guarantee. We describe features and jurisdiction as published — measure connection speed yourself, since it depends on your line and the server you pick.