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VPN

What is a VPN?

Mar 27, 2024

A virtual private network (VPN) enables data to be sent from your device over the Internet (e.g. to a website) via an encrypted tunnel to a trusted intermediary who forwards your data. In this article, we'll learn the basics of what VPNs are, how they work, and help you find the best option for you.

How to choose the right VPN

Mar 27, 2024

A VPN bolsters your online privacy by masking your online activity from those who might otherwise track what you do online, or record your personal info. In this article, we'll discuss how to choose the right VPN for your needs.

What do VPNs protect?

Mar 27, 2024

A VPN can help ensure your privacy online. A VPN can mask your identity by hiding your IP address, and protect your data through encryption. In this article, we'll give an overview of what VPNs protect…and protect against.

Are VPNs safe to use?

Mar 27, 2024

A good VPN can protect your data online, and overall help you protect your privacy. But some VPNs are safer than others, and some can even introduce more risk. In this article, we'll help you understand how to fit a VPN into your plan for online privacy.

How to choose the right VPN for your mobile device

Mar 27, 2024

A mobile VPN can protect your data and browsing history, just like the VPN on your home computer; it can also simulate being home so you can access the same content even when you're traveling. In this article, we'll discuss the best VPNs for use on mobile devices.

Are free VPNs safe?

May 7, 2024

There are two primary reasons someone might use a VPN: for added privacy and security online, or to access geo-restricted content like streaming services. But there are major differences between VPNs; in some cases, a free VPN can hurt more than it helps. In this article, we'll discuss free VPNs, and how choose the best option for you.

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