NordVPN hit with yet another lawsuit over 'difficult to cancel' auto-renewal subscriptions
NordVPN is facing a new class-action lawsuit filed in Virginia in April 2026, alleging the company uses 'dark patterns' and deceptive auto-renewal practices that make it excessively difficult for users to cancel subscriptions. The complaint claims Nord Security failed to clearly disclose cancellation terms and charged users without adequate notice, seeking over $100 million in damages. The suit represents customers in Virginia and North Carolina using NordVPN, NordPass, and NordLocker. NordVPN denies wrongdoing, stating its practices are transparent and compliant with consumer laws.
- ▪The lawsuit was filed on April 10, 2026, in Virginia by multiple law firms on behalf of plaintiff Craig Schnappinger.
- ▪It accuses Nord Security of using 'dark patterns' and 'negative option' billing to trap users into unwanted, automatically renewing subscriptions.
- ▪NordVPN is alleged to have charged users 14 days before subscription expiration without clear instructions on how to cancel in time.
- ▪The company claims prior similar lawsuits in North Carolina were dismissed and maintains its billing practices are transparent and lawful.
- ▪NordVPN says it sends renewal reminders 30 days in advance and has updated its terms to improve clarity and regulatory compliance.
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VPN VPN Services NordVPN hit with yet another lawsuit over 'difficult to cancel' auto-renewal subscriptions News By Chiara Castro published 28 April 2026 The latest 'dark pattern' lawsuit was filed in Virginia earlier in April When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: NordVPN) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter NordVPN faces yet another lawsuit in the US over auto-renewal pricingThe complaint accuses the firm of using 'dark patterns' to trap usersThis is not the first time Nord Security has faced similar legal complaintsNord Security, the company…
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