IPVanish doubles up in security and usability By Chiara Castro published 5 December 24 The VPN provider introduced more than twice as many server locations and a new Double Hop VPN feature. Here's all you need to know.
Over 20 VPN apps with 700 million users found to have undisclosed links and security vulnerabilities By Mark Gill published 2 September 25 A recent study exposes three hidden families of VPNs that could p users at risk – and app stores are failing to protect you. Here's all you need to know.
Millions of free VPN users have inadvertently sent their data to China By Chiara Castro published 2 April 25 New research found that 20 popular free VPN apps are Chinese-owned, with at least 5 linked to a sanctioned tech firm. Here's what's at stake for your privacy.
Free VPN apps found to have ties with Russia and China – and they're hiding in Google and Apple’s app stores By Chiara Castro published 22 August 25 Security researchers found Russian network fingerprints on a total of 12 free VPNs available on Google and Apple's app stores, Chinese traces on six. Here's all you need to know.
Proton VPN expands Linux capabilities with new split tunneling feature By Mark Gill published 14 August 25 Proton VPN’s latest update brings this long-awaited feature to Linux users, with split-tunneling set to land on the macOS app next.
"More than a recognition" – PureVPN obtains the VPN Trust Seal to back up its privacy, security, and transparency claims By Chiara Castro published 23 April 25 PureVPN earned the VPN Trust Seal accreditation – again. Here's why it matters.
Proton expands network coverage on its free VPN to 8 worldwide locations By Joe Chivers published 8 October 25 Proton VPN Free's coverage gets bigger, with Norwegian and Canadian servers the latest addition. Users still cannot choose the server, but the service automatically connects to the fastest available.
Obscura VPN just aced its first independent audit By Monica J. White published 16 December 25 Obscura VPN, a relatively new VPN service for iOS and macOS, has just passed its first independent audit. The VPN prioritizes not just user security, but also complete browsing privacy.
Opera VPN Pro is now powered by ExpressVPN's tech By Chiara Castro published 2 July 25 Faster speeds, better privacy, stronger security, more locations – that's what Opera's revamped VPN Pro promises to deliver
Canal+ wants to block VPN usage – and VPN providers are fuming By Chiara Castro published 13 February 25 After DNS services, Canal+ is pushing for VPN blocking to halt online piracy. Experts, however, warn that undermining people's internet freedom and privacy isn't the solution.
These free VPNs may have ties to China’s military – and they are still hidden in Apple and Google app stores By Chiara Castro published 13 June 25 New research reveals 17 VPN apps with undisclosed Chinese ownership, and big tech may be making a profit
After TikTok, Venezuela blocks VPN websites By Chiara Castro last updated 10 January 25 Over 20 VPN provider websites have been restricted so far as citizens turn to VPNs to bypass TikTok restrictions.
Need a Mac VPN? Norton VPN just got a serious upgrade that you'd expect it already had By Chiara Castro published 20 December 24 A kill switch feature finally lands on Norton's macOS app, and the provider is also expected to add it to its iPhone VPN soon. Here's all you need to know.
Mullvad VPN lands on Windows ARM devices By Chiara Castro published 12 February 25 Mullvad is the latest provider developing an application for next-generation PCs. Here's all you need to know.
Urban VPN Proxy is the latest free VPN spying on users – here's how to stay safe By Mark Gill published 17 December 25 Security researchers estimate that over 8 million users have been affected
It's not just free VPNs, these premium services may be bad for your privacy By Chiara Castro last updated 27 November 24 New research unveils the risks of paid Android VPNs, from data leaks to weaker encryption and dubious data sharing. Here's all you need to know.
Port Shadow VPN attacks: who's at risk and how to stay safe By Chiara Castro published 24 July 24 Researchers say the Port Shadow vulnerability might make VPN users "less secure in specific situations." Yet, not all VPN apps are affected.
Mozilla is experimenting with a free, built-in VPN in Firefox – but you might not be able to try it yet By Monica J. White published 16 October 25 Mozilla has launched a free, browser-only VPN inside Firefox. It's now in beta. Here's how it works and how to join the experiment.
2024 saw a surge in malicious free VPN apps By Chiara Castro published 22 November 24 Cybercriminals increasingly use fake VPN apps to spread malware and launch other attacks. This is what's at stake.
Surfshark unveils a new tool to minimize the impact of lost VPN connections – but don't call it a kill switch By Chiara Castro published 10 June 25 Surfshark Everlink promises to deliver even more reliable and secure VPN connections. Here's all you need to know.
VPN usage keeps soaring in Pakistan as internet remains restricted By Chiara Castro last updated 27 November 24 The likes of WhatsApp, Bluesky, X, Facebook, and Instagram cannot be accessed without a VPN in Pakistan. Yet, VPN usage is also a target.
Proton VPN unveils a major revamp to its Windows, iOS, and Android apps By Chiara Castro published 3 April 25 Proton VPN has just released new updates and features for its Windows, iOS, and Android apps. Here's all you need to know.
LaLiga football streaming behind Cloudflare weekend outages as Spaniards turn to Proton VPN By Chiara Castro published 30 November 25 ProtonVPN is currently discounted by 75%, but only for a few more days
Norton VPN could become much faster thanks to a feature many VPNs don't offer By Monica J. White last updated 11 September 25 Norton VPN just added OpenVPN DCO support on Windows, which could end up doubling connection speeds.
Jordan's Discord fans flock to VPNs to defeat sudden outage By Mark Gill published 15 October 25 Jordan’s Discord outage triggers a 250% surge in Proton VPN Free signups as users seek ways to safely bypass the block.
Chinese hackers are using this open-source VPN to mask spying activities By Chiara Castro published 15 November 24 The target list also includes an EU diplomatic organization for the first time, ESET researchers can reveal. Here's all you need to know.
VPN usage skyrockets in DR Congo amid TikTok and X shutdown By Chiara Castro published 3 February 25 Proton VPN recorded a 7000% increase in sign-ups above baseline as citizens are looking for ways to evade restrictions. Here's all we know so far.
Feeling homesick? Proton’s Black Friday VPN deal is perfect for UK-based expats By Mark Gill published 28 November 25 Accessing content from home helps 88% of expats in the UK feel connected. With Proton VPN Black Friday deal, you can, too, at a fraction of the price.
Proton VPN announces major upgrades — here's what I'm looking forward to By Samuel Woodhams published 30 October 25 Expect more free servers, advanced VPN architecture and a CLI for Linux
Google Fi VPN has been replaced by VPN by Google – but has anything actually changed? By Chiara Castro published 7 May 25 Google Fi VPN has become the latest Google VPN product to be rebranded to VPN by Google. After the changes began in 2024, the change promises very little change, so what's new?