What Black Friday Software And VPN Deals Looked Like Last Year
NordVPN offered 74% off its two-year plan plus three months, about $2.99 a month, running through roughly December 10. Surfshark came in around $2.19 a month on a 27-month plan. Proton VPN listed 75% off, about $2.49 a month over 24 months. ExpressVPN was about $2.44 a month for 28 months.
Norton antivirus ran up to 72% off, around $2.08 to $2.50 a month through Cyber Monday. IPVanish, Private Internet Access and others offered 80% or more off multi-year plans, and some lifetime options had been noted earlier. Most deals ran from late November into early December.
For 2026, no confirmed Black Friday details were found as of late October. One report mentioned Proton matching 2025 pricing during ongoing sales, but nothing official.
How To Pick The Right Software Or VPN Deal
The monthly figure is a rate spread over a long term, so compare the full up-front charge and renewal terms.
| Check | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Term length | The deepest discounts need 2 or more years paid in advance. |
| Renewal price | Plans typically renew at a standard rate afterward. |
| Money-back guarantee | Thirty days was common, which gives time to test speed and apps. |
| Bundled extras | Some plans add antivirus or password managers. |
| Device limits | Check how many devices one plan covers. |
Use the money-back period to test the service on your own devices and connection. Set a reminder before the term ends so the renewal does not surprise you.
When Do Software And VPN Deals Drop?
Black Friday 2026 is November 27, and Cyber Monday is November 30. VPN deals in 2025 launched in late November and many continued into early December, so a similar pattern is likely, but companies have not confirmed 2026 pricing.
Software sales often follow the same weekend, with some brands starting a few days early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 2-year VPN plan worth it?
It lowers the monthly cost, but you pay up front and the renewal is usually higher. A money-back guarantee lets you test first.
Do VPN prices rise after the deal?
Typically yes, at renewal.
What was the cheapest VPN deal last year?
Reports listed Surfshark at about $2.19 a month and Norton at about $2.08, though the plans differ in length and what they include.
Are 2026 VPN deals confirmed?
No, not as of late October 2026.