Cybersecurity company NordVPN has partnered with Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) provider Noju to allow users in eligible markets to subscribe to its virtual private network service by charging the cost directly to their mobile phone bill. This collaboration aims to simplify access to online privacy and security, particularly in mobile-first regions.
Direct Carrier Billing functions as a secure, telecom-grade payment method that enables users to pay for digital services via their mobile operators, bypassing the need for credit cards, bank accounts, or complex onboarding processes. This approach is particularly effective in markets characterized by low credit card penetration or high mobile usage, offering a fast and frictionless user experience. The partnership seeks to expand NordVPN’s reach and streamline service access in key mobile-first markets globally.
Laura Tyrylytė, head of public relations at NordVPN, stated, “We are excited to partner with Noju to make NordVPN even more accessible in mobile-first markets. Privacy and security should be simple for everyone, and Direct Carrier Billing removes barriers for millions of users. This partnership allows us to expand our reach and help more people protect their digital lives with ease.”
Noju, a global provider of Direct Carrier Billing solutions, specializes in developing and operating full-stack DCB infrastructure. This includes technical integrations, compliance, user acquisition, and lifecycle management for digital brands. Headquartered in Washington, D.
C., Noju operates in over 20 countries and processes millions of transactions across Europe, Asia, and emerging markets, with a mission to make digital services universally accessible. The collaboration enables NordVPN to utilize localized, telco-native payment flows to enter new markets.
Ghassan Khalife, CEO of Noju, commented, “NordVPN is one of the most trusted digital brands globally, and we’re proud to support its expansion through Direct Carrier Billing. With this partnership, we’re removing friction and enabling millions of users to access a safer internet by subscribing through their mobile phone — no card, no hassle.”
NordVPN, recognized as one of the world’s most trusted cybersecurity companies, serves millions of internet users globally. The service is known for its industry-leading encryption, a strict no-logs policy, and a commitment to digital freedom. It offers features such as dedicated IP, Double VPN, Onion Over VPN servers, and Threat Protection Pro™, which blocks malicious websites, trackers, ads, and scans downloads for malware. NordVPN, a product of Nord Security, covers 165 locations across 118 countries worldwide. Its parent company, Nord Security, also recently launched Saily, a travel eSIM app.
