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Things you can do with a VPN
  • Privacy deep dives
We take a detailed look at how governments censor online services like TikTok and how VPNs and other technologies can (and can't) overcome such bans.
Does a VPN protect against hackers?
Does using a VPN slow down internet speeds? Is self-hosting your own VPN better for privacy? We clear up common VPN myths vs. reality.
Google red-lights invasive tracking methods
In a spectacular about-face, Google has given the go-ahead to use unsafe and unfair ad tech tracking to identify internet users and track them across the web.
What channel is the Grammys on?
We show you how to watch the prestigious 2025 Grammy Awards safely and securely with Proton VPN.
Stream The Bachelor with VPN
Don't miss out on your guilty pleasure while traveling abroad. Stream The Bachelor safely and securely from anywhere with Proton VPN.
How to fix a 502 error
In this article, we explain what a 502 bad gateway error is and explore possible ways to fix it as a visitor to a website.
Does a VPN protect against hackers?
Does using a VPN slow down internet speeds? Is self-hosting your own VPN better for privacy? We clear up common VPN myths vs. reality.
Is tubi free?
tubi is a popular free, ad-supported video streaming service based in the US. But if it's free, is it safe? We take an in-depth look.
What are active and passive digital footprints?
Your digital footprint is the trail of information you leave online. We discuss digital footprints and whether you should be worried about yours.
Things you can do with a VPN
  • Privacy deep dives
We take a detailed look at how governments censor online services like TikTok and how VPNs and other technologies can (and can't) overcome such bans.
Google red-lights invasive tracking methods
In a spectacular about-face, Google has given the go-ahead to use unsafe and unfair ad tech tracking to identify internet users and track them across the web.
A smartphone with the Proton VPN app on it during the year 2024
In 2024, Proton VPN provided free VPN access leading up to elections in countries with a history of disinformation and silencing political opponents.
Proton VPN is one of the largest VPN services in the world
Proton VPN has expanded massively over the last few months and now offers 11,000+ servers in 110+ countries.
What we've been up to, and what's next
Here are the main things Proton VPN delivered this spring and summer and the exciting changes that lie ahead on our product roadmap this winter.
Proton VPN for Windows ARM
We’re pleased to announce a new Proton VPN app with native support for Windows devices that use the ARM chipset.
  • Proton stories
See what independent reviewers are saying about the security and advanced features that come with Proton VPN's premium VPN plans.
Online censorship spread to 35 countries, a new record, in 2022. But VPNs, and Proton VPN in particular, are effective ways to fight back.
Get Proton VPN for Free
  • Proton stories
Proton will always provide a free, unlimited VPN. It’s part of our mission to keep the internet accessible for everyone. Here’s why we offer our free VPN plan.
Stream securely on tvOS with Proton VPN
With the Proton VPN Apple TV app, you can easily and securely watch your favorite content on your big-screen TV no matter where you are.
Stealth is a new VPN protocol from Proton VPN that overcomes censorship in restrictive countries.
WireGuard is a secure, private, and fast open-source VPN protocol available to all ProtonVPN users.
Anyone can use Proton VPN’s Chrome and Firefox browser extensions for free, making it easy to protect your privacy and bypass censorship.
Proton removes India-based VPN servers to protect privacy, but we continue to service our community in India.
  • Service updates
Our new Smart Routing technology allows us to offer new VPN servers in Georgia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Egypt, and Nigeria.
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Cybercriminals will take any opportunity to gain unauthorized access to your servers. Learn how you can stop them.
Proton for Business now offers MDM support, more dedicated servers, and gateway monitoring.
Proton for Business now offers MDM support, more dedicated servers, and gateway monitoring.
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Learn what network access control is and how a business VPN can help keep your business data safe against hackers.