NordVPN has announced it will discontinue its Meshnet feature on December 1, 2025. Meshnet let users create private, peer-to-peer virtual networks to connect devices directly — for remote access, collaborative projects, gaming and direct file access.
Why is NordVPN ending Meshnet?
According to reports and the company announcement, Meshnet suffered from low user adoption and required significant resources to maintain. NordVPN has decided to shut down the feature and recommends users prepare for the change.
What you should do now
- Back up any files that were hosted or shared exclusively via Meshnet.
- Disconnect and document devices that relied on Meshnet for remote access.
- Plan a migration to alternative services for file sharing or private networking.
Alternatives to consider
- Tailscale — WireGuard-based mesh VPN for easy device networking.
- ZeroTier — Virtual LAN over the internet for direct device connections.
- Syncthing — Continuous file synchronization between devices (peer-to-peer).
- NordLocker — NordVPN’s secure file storage and sharing tool (as suggested by NordVPN).
Sources & further reading
- WebProNews – NordVPN to Discontinue Meshnet Feature on December 1, 2025
- Tom’s Guide – NordVPN axes Meshnet
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