- Norton VPN adds WireGuard to all Apple platforms
- The VPN provider is also launching a native app on Amazon Fire TV
- This means faster performance and wider device coverage for users
Norton VPN has just rolled out two major updates, bringing the WireGuard protocol to all Apple platforms and launching a dedicated app for Amazon Fire TV devices.
The changes are part of Norton’s 2026 product roadmap and significantly expand both performance and device support. WireGuard is now available across the Apple ecosystem, while all users of Amazon Fire TV devices running FireOS 8 and above can now download a built-in Norton VPN app for the first time.
Together, the updates deliver faster connections on Apple devices as well as a more seamless way to protect streaming activity in the living room as Norton continues to close the gap on the very best VPN providers on the market.
Norton VPN brings WireGuard to all Apple devices
The expansion of WireGuard to all supported Apple platforms means that Apple users running iOS, iPadOS and macOS VPN apps can now select the modern VPN protocol in the Norton app, aligning the service with a growing number of competitors that already offer WireGuard as the default option.
WireGuard has earned a reputation as a lightweight, high-performance protocol built on a streamlined codebase and modern encryption. Compared to older standards like OpenVPN, WireGuard typically delivers faster connection times and improved speeds. In fact, most of the fastest VPNs tested have WireGuard implemented.
Paul de Lange, Lead VPN Engineer at Norton, described WireGuard as a “highly requested addition”, adding that the rollout brings “faster performance and modern security” to Apple’s platforms.
Crucially, Norton says that key features — including Pause VPN and Advanced servers — remain fully supported when using WireGuard.
Norton VPN launches native app for Amazon Fire TV
Alongside the Apple upgrade, Norton VPN is now available as a Fire TV Stick VPN option for all devices running FireOS 8 and above. The launch complements Norton’s existing compatibility with smart TV setups and extends coverage from Google TV and Apple TV devices to one of the most widely used streaming platforms.
Instead of requiring router-level configuration or manual workarounds, Fire TV users can install the VPN directly from the device interface.
According to Norton VPN Product Lead Himmat Bains, the move is about “meeting our customers where they stream,” and bringing privacy protection into the living room, “without compromising performance or simplicity.”
The addition reflects the growing role of VPNs in streaming setups. As more households consume content via smart TVs and streaming sticks, protecting traffic on these devices has become increasingly relevant.
What it means for users
Before Apple usersWireGuard’s arrival should translate to a faster, more responsive VPN experience. Faster connections and more stable speeds make it easier to leave the VPN on all the time – an important factor for anyone who regularly uses public Wi-Fi or moves between networks throughout the day.
Before streamersFire TV support closes a practical gap. Instead of just protecting phones and laptops, users can now extend encrypted connections to their TVs with minimal setup involved. The result is a more consistent experience across devices.
Together, the upgrades reinforce Norton VPN’s reputation as a cross-device VPN designed for everyday use.
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