The NordVPN “Error: 429 Too Many Requests” means you’ve had too many unsuccessful login attempts into your NordVPN application or online account.
It only appears after you’ve entered the wrong password several times in a short time.
This error is built into the NordVPN app to prevent unauthorized logins to your Nord account, especially from a brute force-like attempt.
I’ve discussed how to fix this error and avoid running into it again in the rest of this guide.
Why Do You Keep Getting the NordVPN 429 Too Many Requests Error?
You only get the “429 Too Many Requests” error when you try accessing your Nord account too many times using the wrong password. This makes it look like someone else is attempting to break into your account, as NordVPN expects you would know the right email-password combination.
The upside is that entering the wrong password severally doesn’t get you banned from the service, and it only takes a simple fix.
How to Fix the NordVPN “429 Too Many Requests” Error?
You can quickly fix the NordVPN “429 Too Many Requests” error by resetting the password to your account:
- Proceed to the login page of your NordVPN account. Click “Log in to Nord Account.”
- Click “Forgot your password?”
- Enter your Nord Account registration email address. Click “Send.”
- NordVPN will send a link to your email address to reset your password. Follow the prompts to do so.
- Return to your browser and log in to your Nord account again.
How to Avoid the NordVPN 429 Too Many Requests Error?
If you’re sure of using the right Nord account email and password combination, here are a few tips to avoid the NordVPN 429 Too Many Requests error:
- Check and turn off any running proxy or VPN service.
- Wait about 15 to 30 minutes before logging into your account again.
- Log in under a different network or using a hotspot.
- Try a different browser.
- Log in to your Nord account under your browser’s incognito/private browsing mode.
- Clear your browser cache and cookies.
If nothing works, you may have to reset your password – or speak to customer support if you recently reset your password.
Final Thoughts
Getting the NordVPN 429 error shouldn’t mean abandoning your account; you don’t need to sweat it, either. After all, it only signifies a temporary restriction rather than a permanent ban.
By following the guidelines above, you can fix and avoid getting this error code for the duration of your NordVPN subscription plan.
