VPN Test: How to see if your VPN is working

VPN Test: How to see if your VPN is working

Table of Contents Table of Contents What is a VPN meant to do? How to test if your VPN works Alternatives to BrowserLeaks What to do if your VPN isn’t working Once you’ve picked up the best VPN for your home, it’s likely you also want to check that it’s working well for your needs. … Read more

Surfshark vs. VPN Unlimited: Which VPN offers the best long-term value?

Surfshark vs. VPN Unlimited: Which VPN offers the best long-term value?

Table of Contents Table of Contents Tiers and pricing Features Support Privacy and security Which is the best long-term VPN? Surfshark and VPN Unlimited each offer good long-term value on virtual private networks (VPNs). Whether you want a VPN to stream global videos, browse overseas websites like a local, or strengthen your cybersecurity, those needs … Read more

Surfshark vs. Windscribe: Which unlimited device VPN is best?

Surfshark vs. Windscribe: Which unlimited device VPN is best?

Table of Contents Table of Contents Specs Tiers and pricing Features Support Privacy and security Which unlimited device VPN is best? You use more than one device, so it makes sense to use a VPN to protect privacy on all your computers, laptops, tablets, and phones. If you’re like me, that’s a lot of devices, … Read more

IPVanish review: an unlimited-device VPN with a few flaws

IPVanish review: an unlimited-device VPN with a few flaws

IPVanish Essential MSRP $89.99 “IPVanish Essential is a low-cost VPN, but it requires tinkering to get the best speed.” Pros Good performance on IKEv2 Low prices Supports unlimited device connections Server lists show loads and pings Cons Best speeds require tinkering Live chat was hard to access and was slow No free version Table of … Read more

VPN Unlimited review: a lifetime of privacy protection

VPN Unlimited review: a lifetime of privacy protection

“KeepSolid’s VPN Unlimited offers reasonable subscription rates and a surprisingly affordable lifetime plan.” Pros Lifetime plan promises great long-term value Quick, reliable server connections Plenty of fast servers worldwide Easy-to-use design Cons Email support, no live chat No free version VPN Unlimited is a bold name for a virtual private network (VPN), suggesting uncapped data, … Read more

PrivadoVPN review: the new budget VPN you can use for free

PrivadoVPN review: the new budget VPN you can use for free

“PrivadoVPN is a newcomer that offers great prices for a streaming VPN, but the limited number of servers delivered inconsistent speeds, even at nearby locations.” Pros Very low prices Good speed for some servers Easy to set up and use Free version has servers in 10 countries Supports split-tunneling and kill switch Cons Download speed … Read more

WindScribe review: build your own plan with this unique VPN

WindScribe review: build your own plan with this unique VPN

Windscribe VPN MSRP $9.00 “Windscribe VPN offers a generous, but capped free app, as well as a one-of-a-kind option to build a plan for as little as $3 per month.” Pros Great design with plenty of options Gives helpful warnings on app conflicts Unique $3/month option to build a plan Excellent transparency The AI support … Read more

CyberGhost review: a fast VPN with some inconsistencies

CyberGhost review: a fast VPN with some inconsistencies

CyberGhost VPN MSRP $12.99 “CyberGhost VPN is a fast VPN with great customer service and a huge number of servers.” Pros Easy-to-use design Quick, reliable server connections Fast, helpful 24/7 live chat support Fast servers worldwide Cons Speeds are somewhat inconsistent Free extension is only a proxy Limited options CyberGhost is a well-known and trusted … Read more

TorGuard review: a fast, cheap VPN that makes some trade-offs

TorGuard review: a fast, cheap VPN that makes some trade-offs

“TorGuard is the cheapest VPN I’ve reviewed with surprising speed in some locations, but the poor support is a problem.” Pros Very low prices Impressive speed from some servers Easy to set up and use Base plan includes pinned IPs Cons Speed varies greatly Claims 24/7 support, but I had no luck Located in a … Read more

Proton VPN review: a scientific approach to security

Proton VPN review: a scientific approach to security

“Proton VPN’s free VPN is great, but the paid subscription is where the true gold is.” Pros Quick, reliable server connections Plenty of fast servers worldwide Easy-to-use design Fast, helpful live chat support Good free version No surprises on renewal Cons Upload speeds are slow Malware blocker is reputation-based Proton VPN is an open-source virtual … Read more