How to uninstall NymVPN on macOS?

This guide removes NymVPN from macOS completely, including leftover files and directories.

1. Disconnect and log out

Open NymVPN and click Disconnect, then log out of your account. Make sure your 24-word access code is saved somewhere safe before you log out.

2. Quit NymVPN

In the app menu, select Quit NymVPN and confirm.

3. Remove NymVPN and associated files

Use App Cleaner or a similar uninstaller to remove NymVPN and its related files, then empty your Trash.

4. Stop active helper processes

Open Activity Monitor, find net.nymtech.vpn.helper, and force quit it if it's running.

5. Remove NymVPN from login items

Go to System Settings → General → Login Items & Extensions, and toggle NymVPN off if it appears.

6. Delete remaining files via Terminal

Open Terminal and run these one at a time, confirming with your admin password:

sudo rm -rf /var/lib/nym-vpnd/
sudo rm -rf /etc/nym/
sudo rm -rf /var/run/nym-vpn.sock
sudo sfltool resetbtm

Prefer to do it manually? Reveal hidden folders in Finder with Cmd + Shift + . and delete the paths above. Restart your Mac afterward to clear any leftovers.