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NordPass suits people who want a simple, polished app and already use or trust Nord's other products. It is a legitimate password manager from Nord Security, the company behind NordVPN, and it uses zero-knowledge encryption with XChaCha20, so NordPass says it can't read your vault. The free plan keeps unlimited passwords but logs you in on only one device at a time, which pushes most people to Premium. Its last public Cure53 audit we found dates to 2020, and Bitwarden and Proton Pass offer free plans that sync across devices, so compare before paying.
- Company
- Nord Security, founded in Lithuania in 2012, which also makes NordVPN and NordLocker; App Store seller is Nordvpn S.A.9
- Plans
- Free, Premium, Family (6 separate vaults) and Business tiers1
- Free plan
- Unlimited passwords, autofill, autosave and password generator, but only one active session on one device2
- App Store prices (US)
- 1-Month Plan $4.99; 12-Month Plan $31.99 to $35.994
- Refunds
- 30-day money-back guarantee; subscriptions renew automatically3
- Encryption
- Zero-knowledge vault encrypted on your device with XChaCha20 and Poly13055
- Audits
- Cure53 audited NordPass Business in March 2020 and found 15 issues, 1 rated high, which NordPass says it fixed; Business is ISO/IEC 27001 certified and has a SOC 2 Type 2 report, per NordPass6
- Ratings
- 4.7 on the App Store (about 13,000 ratings); 4.0 on Trustpilot (2,071 reviews)4
Pros
- Zero-knowledge vault with XChaCha20 encryption
- Clean apps and browser extensions on all major platforms
- 30-day money-back guarantee
- Family plan with 6 separate vaults
- Strong App Store rating (4.7)
Cons
- Free plan allows only one active device at a time
- Web prices change with promotions, so renewal can cost more
- Most recent public third-party audit we found is from 2020
- Users report logouts, sync issues and autofill misses
Best for: People who want a simple, good-looking password manager across devices and are happy paying for Premium or Family.
Skip it if: You want a free plan that syncs across your phone and computer, since Bitwarden and Proton Pass do that at no cost.
NordPass vs. competitors
| Company | Free plan | Paid individual price | Family plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| NordPass | Yes, one active device at a time | $4.99 a month or $31.99 to $35.99 a year (App Store) | Up to 6 vaults; price not verified |
| Bitwarden | Yes | $19.80 a year | $47.88 a year for up to 6 users |
| 1Password | No; 14-day free trial | $3.99 a month list, billed yearly ($2.99 first-year promo) | $5.99 a month list for 5 users ($4.49 promo) |
| Proton Pass | Yes | $35.88 a year (Pass Plus) | $59.88 a year for up to 6 users |
NordPass pricing at a glance
NordPass personal plans, as of October 20264
| Plan | Users | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | 1 | $0 | One active session on one device at a time |
| Premium | 1 | $4.99 a month or $31.99 to $35.99 a year in the US App Store | Unlimited devices; web price varies by term and sale |
| Family | Up to 6 vaults | Not verified | All Premium features for each member |
| Business | Per user | Not verified | Admin panel, sharing, compliance features |
NordPass's own pricing pages blocked our access and load prices by region, and NordPass says plans often go on sale, so check the price and the renewal amount at checkout. Longer terms cost less per month and renew automatically. App Store prices are what Apple lists for in-app purchases.
NordPass, step by step
Create a Nord Account
Sign up with email and set a master password. NordPass can't recover your vault if you forget it, so store your recovery code.
Install apps and extension
Install the desktop or mobile app and the browser extension. On the free plan only one device can be logged in at a time.
Import passwords
Import from your browser or another password manager with a CSV file, then delete the CSV.
Upgrade if needed
Choose Premium or Family for multi-device use and extra features. Note the renewal date.
Cancel or export
Turn off auto-renewal in your Nord Account or app store. Within 30 days you can ask for a refund. Export your vault before you leave.
NordPass legitimacy and licensing
Yes. NordPass is made by Nord Security, the Lithuanian company founded in 2012 that also runs NordVPN and NordLocker. NordPass says it uses a zero-knowledge design: your vault is encrypted on your device with XChaCha20 and Poly1305 before it’s sent to NordPass servers, so the company can’t read it.
On outside checks, NordPass says the German firm Cure53 audited NordPass Business in March 2020, found 15 security issues including one rated high, and verified the fixes. NordPass also says its Business product holds ISO/IEC 27001 certification and a SOC 2 Type 2 report. We couldn’t find a newer public audit report, so business buyers should ask for current reports.
NordPass pricing
NordPass has Free, Premium, Family and Business plans. In the US App Store, Premium is listed at $4.99 for one month and $31.99 to $35.99 for 12 months. On the web, NordPass sells 1-year and 2-year terms with lower monthly rates on longer terms, and its pages say plans often go on sale. Its pricing pages blocked our access, so we couldn’t confirm current web or renewal prices.
All paid plans renew automatically. Check the renewal amount at checkout, since sale prices usually apply only to the first term. NordPass offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.
How NordPass Works
Sign Up and Installation
Creating a NordPass account takes under 2 minutes. Sign up with an email address or Google/Apple SSO, then install the browser extension or desktop app. The free plan is immediately available.
Storing and Managing Passwords
NordPass uses XChaCha20-Poly1305 encryption with a zero-knowledge architecture, deriving your vault key locally through Argon2id. Your master password is never stored on NordPass servers. You can import passwords from other managers or browsers in one click. The vault supports folders, notes, and credit card information.
Autofill and Sync
Autofill works across browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari) and mobile apps. Sync is real-time and unlimited on all paid plans. The free plan limits you to one device at a time.
What customers say about NordPass
Recurring themes across the review sites and complaint records listed above, not individual quotes.
Common praise
- Clean, easy app
- Responsive, patient customer support
- Help with password resets and data migration
- Smooth refunds for subscription mistakes
Common complaints
- Frequent logouts and repeated master password prompts
- Sync problems across devices
- Browser extension autofill that misses fields on some sites
- Charges after canceling
- Linux and Windows app bugs
NordPass complaints
Trustpilot reviewers praise support but report frequent logouts and master password prompts, sync problems across devices, autofill misses on some sites, bugs on Linux and Windows, and occasional charges after canceling. To avoid problems:
- Keep the desktop app and extension updated and signed in to the same account.
- Store your recovery code somewhere safe; without it and your master password, NordPass can’t restore your vault.
- Turn off auto-renewal right after buying if you aren’t sure you’ll keep it.
- Ask for a refund within 30 days if it doesn’t work for you.
Canceling and refunds
Subscriptions renew automatically until you cancel. If you bought on the web, turn off auto-renewal in your Nord Account; if you bought in the App Store or Google Play, cancel there. NordPass offers a 30-day money-back guarantee; App Store purchases are refunded through Apple. Before you cancel, export your vault so you can import it into your next password manager.
Who should skip NordPass
If you want a free password manager on more than one device, Bitwarden and Proton Pass both sync across devices on their free plans. If you only use one browser everywhere, its built-in password manager may be enough. NordPass makes sense if you like its apps and plan to pay for Premium or Family.
Alternatives to NordPass
- Your browser's built-in password manager Free and fine if you use one browser on all your devices and don't need sharing or cross-platform apps.
- Bitwarden Better if you want a free plan that syncs across unlimited devices, or Premium for $19.80 a year.
- Proton Pass Better if you want a free tier that syncs across devices and email aliases from a privacy-focused company.
- 1Password Better for families and teams that want a long track record and a 14-day free trial.
NordPass reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is NordPass safe?
NordPass uses a zero-knowledge design with XChaCha20 encryption done on your device, so NordPass says it can't read your vault. Its last public Cure53 audit we found is from 2020.
Is NordPass free?
There's a free plan with unlimited passwords, but only one device can be logged in at a time. Premium removes that limit.
How much does NordPass cost?
In the US App Store, Premium is $4.99 a month or $31.99 to $35.99 a year. Web prices depend on term and sales, so check the renewal price at checkout.
Who owns NordPass?
Nord Security, the company behind NordVPN and NordLocker, founded in Lithuania in 2012.
Does NordPass have a money-back guarantee?
Yes, 30 days. App Store purchases are refunded through Apple.
How do I keep my NordPass vault secure?
Use a long, unique master password, store your recovery code offline, and turn on multi-factor authentication for your Nord Account. NordPass says its zero-knowledge design means it can't read your vault.
What is the NordPass Family plan?
Six separate encrypted vaults with all Premium features, one for the owner and five you can share with others.
NordPass vs Bitwarden: which is better?
Bitwarden's free plan syncs across unlimited devices and Premium costs $19.80 a year. NordPass has a more polished app but limits free users to one active device.
Can I use NordPass on multiple devices?
On Premium or Family, yes. On the free plan, only one device can have an active session at a time.
How do I cancel NordPass?
Turn off auto-renewal in your Nord Account if you bought on the web, or cancel in the App Store or Google Play if you bought there. Export your vault first.
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- NordPass: Family password manager (accessed October 13, 2026)
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- NordPass: NordPass Business undergoes a security audit (accessed October 13, 2026)
- Trustpilot: NordPass reviews (accessed October 13, 2026)
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