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Privacy basics

does vpn protect you from hackers
  • Privacy basics
A VPN is an essential privacy tool but can’t stop all online threats. We explain how and when a VPN can help to protect you from hackers.
how free VPNs make money
  • Privacy basics
Find out how free VPNs make money: With most “free” VPNs you pay with your privacy or security, and the cost can be high.
  • Privacy basics
A VPN protects you against many common privacy and security threats on the internet. We examine these threats in detail.
  • Privacy basics
A VPN is vital for protecting your privacy and defeating censorship on your iPhone. We discuss why.
vpn for streaming
  • Privacy basics
Securely watch your favorite streaming services from anywhere in the world and protect your privacy wherever you travel.
  • How-to
  • Privacy basics
Learn how to change your IP address on your iPhone to protect your privacy, beat censorship, and unblock streaming worldwide.
  • Privacy basics
A VPN allows you to watch your favorite Netflix shows when traveling abroad.
bandwidth throttling
  • How-to
  • Privacy basics
We explain how to tell if your ISP is throttling your bandwidth and what you can do to prevent it.
  • Privacy basics
Your IP address can be tracked. This article looks at how you can change or hide your IP address for free.
  • Privacy basics
Your Android phone is a powerful computer, permanently connected to the internet, so it is vital to use a VPN to protect your privacy.
  • Privacy basics
Malware is any software designed to harm computers. Find out what malware is, how it works, and how to protect yourself against it.