Learn how to expand your Meshnet by linking other users' devices on Android.
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Linking a device of another Meshnet user allows for reciprocal access between your devices, which can be limited by setting specific if needed.
To add an external device to your Meshnet, invite its owner using their NordVPN account email:
In your NordVPN app, navigate to Profile > Meshnet .
Tap Manage devices and then select Link external device.
Enter the email address of the NordVPN user you're inviting to your Meshnet.
Select permissions for the other user's device to set the access level you're comfortable with.
: keep this permission selected to stay accessible via Meshnet.
: keep this permission selected to allow file sending from the invitee.
Tap Send invitation.
Wait for the recipient to accept the invitation. For details, consult the appropriate guides:
Once the invitation is accepted, your peer's device will appear under the Linked devices tab of the Manage devices menu.
Invitations automatically expire after 72 hours if not canceled earlier.
To withdraw a pending invitation:
Under Sent, locate the invitation you want to withdraw and tap it.
Select Cancel invitation to confirm.
To complete the device linking process, the recipient needs to accept the invitation in their NordVPN app.
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If you're on Android, follow these steps to accept the invite:
Navigate to Manage devices and then select Invitations.
From the Received list, choose the desired invitation.
Select permissions for the inviter's device to set the access level you're comfortable with.
Tap Accept invitation.
After accepting the invitation, your peer's device will appear under the Linked devices tab of the Manage devices menu. Tap External to locate it quickly.
If the device is not showing up in your Linked devices list, refer to the following checklist to address common issues:
On the Meshnet menu, navigate to Manage devices > Invitations.
Ensure that the invitation you accept is from a user you know and trust. For more information, see .
Open the NordVPN app and go to Profile > Meshnet .
: keep this permission selected to allow file sending from the invitee.
: keep this permission selected to stay accessible via Meshnet.
