Holiday VPN Deals: Up to 88% Off ProtonVPN, ExpressVPN, NordVPN

Major VPN providers are currently offering holiday discounts ranging from 67% to 88% off annual subscriptions. Services including ProtonVPN, ExpressVPN, NordVPN, Surfshark, and CyberGhost have live end-of-year deals.

Most discounts apply only to long-term commitments of one or two years. While upfront costs are higher, the monthly rate decreases significantly. Consumers should verify renewal pricing, as standard rates apply after the promotional period.

ExpressVPN offers two pricing tiers with holiday savings. The Basic plan is available for $97.72, providing a 73% discount on a two-year subscription that includes four free months. This totals 28 months of service. The Advanced plan costs $125.72, representing a 67% discount on a two-year subscription with four free months. Advanced users receive additional features including two extra simultaneous connections for a total of 12, the ExpressVPN Keys password manager, advanced ad and tracker blocking, ID protection features, and a 50% discount on an AirCove router. Both plans renew at standard annual rates: $99.95 for Basic and $119.95 for Advanced.

NordVPN provides two discounted subscription levels. The Basic plan costs $80.73, offering a 74% discount on a two-year subscription with three free months. The Plus plan is priced at $105.03, also a 74% discount on a two-year subscription with three free months. The Plus tier includes additional security features such as a powerful ad and tracker blocker capable of catching malware downloads, access to the NordPass password manager, and a data breach scanner that monitors the dark web for sensitive information.

Surfshark offers two subscription tiers with the highest percentage discounts available. The Starter plan is priced at $53.73, providing an 87% discount on a two-year subscription with three free months (27 months total). This plan includes the full VPN service with features such as IP rotation and the ability to choose entry and exit nodes for double-hop connections. The Surfshark One plan costs $61.83, representing an 88% discount on a two-year subscription with three free months. This tier adds Surfshark Antivirus for malware scanning, Surfshark Alert for data breach notifications, Surfshark Search, and Alternative ID features.

CyberGhost is available for $56.94, offering an 83% discount on a two-year subscription with two free months (26 months total). The service features automation capabilities through its Smart Rules system, allowing users to configure how the app responds to different Wi-Fi networks. CyberGhost also provides specialized streaming servers designed to improve video quality and unblocking consistency on streaming sites.

hide.me is available for $69.95, providing a 75% discount on a two-year subscription with four free months. The service functions as a no-frills beginner VPN with accessible apps and a server network. Private Internet Access (PIA) offers a three-year subscription for $79, including four free months (40 months total) at an 83% discount. Despite the low price, PIA includes features such as proprietary DNS servers, a built-in ad blocker, and automation capabilities. Internet speeds may fluctuate while connected to the service.

These holiday deals represent significant savings compared to standard monthly pricing. Most providers structure their discounts to encourage long-term commitments, with introductory pricing that includes extra months to lower the average monthly cost. When these subscriptions renew, they typically return to standard annual rates and may not offer the same extended terms.

VPN providers heavily discount long-term subscriptions year-round, with additional reductions during holiday periods. To identify genuine savings, consumers should look for seasonal deals, student discounts, or exclusive sales. Providers often add extra months to introductory deals to reduce the average monthly price, but these bonuses typically do not apply to renewals. Renewal terms may also differ from the initial subscription period.

When planning to use a VPN indefinitely, consumers should review the fine print regarding post-renewal monthly costs to ensure they fit within their budget. Jumping on the first available deal without research may result in selecting a substandard application. Additionally, some VPNs use misleading pricing structures where advertised deals are not always as available as they appear.