# Boost your privacy with a double VPN

Protect your privacy using Norton Double VPN, available on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. By routing your internet traffic through two secure servers, Double VPN masks your IP address twice, making it much harder for anyone to trace your real location.

## What is a double VPN and how does it work?

A double VPN, or multi-hop VPN, is a type of virtual private network that routes traffic through two or more servers in different locations. That boosts your anonymity by making it much harder to link internet activity back to your real IP address.

## How Norton Double VPN works

1. Device
   - You enable a Double VPN connection via Norton VPN on your device.

2. First server
   - Your internet traffic is encrypted and sent to the first secure server.

3. Second server
   - It’s then routed through a second server for an extra layer of protection.

4. Internet
   - Your data reaches its destination, masked by the second server’s IP address.

## Double VPN, double benefits

A double VPN doubles down on your privacy by masking your physical location, online activity, and other personal data behind a second layer of IP protection.

- **Dual IP masking**: Route your connection through two remote servers, making it more difficult for anyone to trace your location or activity.
- **Fewer invasive ads**: Make it harder for advertisers and websites to track your activity or build a profile to target you with ads.
- **Access more content**: Obscure your location and connect from a different region to help access your favorite websites, shows, and services.
- **Data breach protection**: Keep sensitive information out of third-party hands to reduce your exposure if a website or service suffers a breach.

## When should you use a double VPN?

- **Use a double VPN for:**
  - Stronger privacy for sensitive work or browsing.
  - Sharing confidential messages or files.
  - Connecting from a surveillance-heavy region.
  - Limiting tracking by advertisers or websites.

- **A standard VPN is enough for:**
  - Everyday browsing protection.
  - Boosting privacy without reducing speed.
  - Securing your data on public networks.
  - Accessing streaming services or downloading content.

## Who should use a double VPN

Everyone can benefit from a VPN every time they go online. But if you travel often, need watertight privacy, or simply want extra protection, using a double VPN can give you even stronger safeguards when you need them most.

### Privacy enthusiasts

Use a double VPN to boost your anonymity by shielding your online activity and physical location behind two secure servers.

### Frequent travelers

A double VPN strengthens your defenses on unsecured public Wi-Fi, making it far more difficult for attackers or snoops to target or track you.

### Journalists & activists

When work involves sensitive conversations, a double VPN hides both your communications and location — helping protect you in uncertain environments.

### Users in high-risk countries

If you live, work, or travel in restrictive regions, a double VPN disguises your location and helps you access the open internet more freely.

## Simple setup for strong VPN security

**Step 1**: Open the Norton VPN app.

**Step 2**: Tap the location tab at the bottom of the screen.

**Step 3**: Select Double VPN from the Advanced Servers list.

**Step 4**: Tap connect.

## FAQs

### Is a double VPN worth it?

The extra layer of privacy offered by a double-hop VPN is well worth it, especially if you’re worried about location exposure, censorship, or sharing sensitive information. That said, the trade-off is speed — routing through two servers can slow your connection, making it less ideal for activities like gaming or live streaming.

### Can I use two VPNs at the same time?

You can install two VPNs on the same device, but you generally can’t run them simultaneously. Even if both providers technically allow it, using two at once isn’t recommended, since they may conflict with each other, leading to slower speeds and unstable VPN connections.

### Will a double VPN affect my internet speed and performance?

Because a double VPN passes your data through an extra server, you may notice a slight drop in connection speeds. For some users, the added privacy is worth it.

### What’s the difference between a double VPN and VPN chaining?

The two terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but “chaining” usually means connecting through multiple VPN servers or even providers. The Norton VPN Double VPN feature routes internet traffic through two secure servers, keeping connections simple and secure.

### Why should I choose a double VPN over a standard VPN?

A double VPN routes your traffic through two secure servers instead of one, adding an extra layer of privacy. This makes it harder for hackers, advertisers, or other snoops to trace your activity or real location.