VPNs encrypt your internet traffic to protect your browsing activity from prying eyes. We recommend everyone use a VPN when connected to the internet. Here’s why: * Browse anonymously online and prevent websites from tracking you across the internet * Access censored content and use the internet without restrictions * Stop internet service providers from seeing which websites you visit and selling that information to advertisers * Block untargeted government surveillance VPNs are also useful for: * Streaming and accessing geo-blocked content * Gaming and avoiding bandwidth throttling which slows down your connection * Secure P2P file sharing

How do I choose a VPN?

The most important thing to evaluate when choosing a VPN provider is whether it is trustworthy. Here are some criteria you should evaluate: * Does the VPN have a strict no-logs policy? * Is the VPN based in a country with strong privacy laws? * Is the VPN open source and independently audited? Once you’re sure you can trust your VPN provider, you can consider other features based on what you need the VPN for, such as advanced security features, support for streaming, or ad blocking.

How do VPNs protect my privacy?

VPNs encrypt and route your internet traffic through a secure tunnel to a VPN server run by a VPN provider (such as Proton VPN). This protects your online security and privacy by: * Preventing your internet service provider from tracking your online activity * Blocking websites you’re visiting from seeing your real IP address * Preventing P2P peers from seeing your real IP address * Stopping criminals from hacking your public WiFi connection * Making it impossible for commercial public WiFi hosts to track and sell your browsing history

Almost always, yes. In restrictive countries that don’t want you to bypass their censorship systems, access to proxies, VPNs, and Tor is often blocked, but simply attempting to bypass these blocks is rarely a crime. However, if you commit a crime while using a VPN, it's still a crime.

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Think of Proton VPN as the Swiss army knife of internet tools. Users come to us to find an all-in-one…

VPN for privacy

Prevent your internet service provider and websites from seeing your browsing history, location data, and much more

Block ads, trackers, and malicious scripts with our DNS filtering feature

Protect your online activity with Swiss privacy laws and a strict no-logs policy

VPN for security

Hide your real IP address, preventing websites, government agencies, and internet service providers from tracking you online
Keep you safe on public WiFi networks and prevent a range of different cyberattacks
Secure your account with two-factor authentication and a new encryption key for each session

VPN for geo-blocked content

Access geo-blocked TV shows while traveling

Stream in 4K without buffering, slowdowns, or throttling

Connect up to 10 devices or browsers (via our browser extension) at the same time

VPN for gaming

Unblock geo-restricted games

Connect to the same servers as your teammates

Reduce your internet latency for a seamless gaming experience

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Hide your real IP address from peers while using BitTorrent

Connect quickly and download files securely with high-speed P2P servers

Access torrenting sites that may be blocked by your internet service provider

VPN for travel

Connect to our global network of 20,000+ high-speed servers

Stay safe while connected to public WiFi with unlimited bandwidth and data

Watch live TV or popular streaming services from your home country while you're away

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Openly published no-logs audit, so you can trust that what’s private stays private (1)
Adblocker for distraction-free streaming (2)
Malware blocker so you are protected from malicious attacks (2)
VPN Accelerator, for a reliable & stable connection up to 400% faster
Jurisdiction (3)	Switzerland	Virgin Islands	Romania	Panama	Netherlands
Owned by (4)	Proton AG	Kape	Kape	Nord Security	Nord Security
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(1) Express VPN's no-logs audit is not public. You have to sign a non-disclosure agreement before you can download it. (1) CyberGhost claims to be audited(new window) by security firm Deloitte. CyberGhost customers can request the report directly from Deloitte, but it is not otherwise publicly available. (1) Nord VPN claims to have had three no-logs audits (last one here(new window)). Only Nord VPN customers can access the “full assurance report” on it’s website. (1) Surfshark also requires people to sign up and log in to see their no-logs audit. (2) NordVPN’s Basic plan(new window) does not include an ad or malware blocker. Access to these features requires upgrading to the Plus plan. (3) Kape Technologies is based in the UK and also owns(new window) Private Internet Access and ZenMate VPN. (4) Nord Security’s true ownership (and therefore its ultimate jurisdiction) is very uncertain(new window).

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Frequently asked questions

Why do I need a VPN?: VPNs encrypt your internet traffic to protect your browsing activity from prying eyes. We recommend everyone use a VPN when connected to the internet. Here’s why:
Browse anonymously online and prevent websites from tracking you across the internet
Access censored content and use the internet without restrictions
Stop internet service providers from seeing which websites you visit and selling that information to advertisers
Block untargeted government surveillance

VPNs are also useful for:
Streaming and accessing geo-blocked content
Gaming and avoiding bandwidth throttling which slows down your connection
Secure P2P file sharing
How do I choose a VPN?: The most important thing to evaluate when choosing a VPN provider is whether it is trustworthy. Here are some criteria you should evaluate:
Does the VPN have a strict no-logs policy?
Is the VPN based in a country with strong privacy laws?
Is the VPN open source and independently audited?
Once you’re sure you can trust your VPN provider, you can consider other features based on what you need the VPN for, such as advanced security features, support for streaming, or ad blocking.
How do VPNs protect my privacy?: VPNs encrypt and route your internet traffic through a secure tunnel to a VPN server run by a VPN provider (such as Proton VPN). This protects your online security and privacy by:
Preventing your internet service provider from tracking your online activity
Blocking websites you’re visiting from seeing your real IP address
Preventing P2P peers from seeing your real IP address
Stopping criminals from hacking your public WiFi connection
Making it impossible for commercial public WiFi hosts to track and sell your browsing history
Are VPNs legal?: Almost always, yes. In restrictive countries that don’t want you to bypass their censorship systems, access to proxies, VPNs, and Tor is often blocked, but simply attempting to bypass these blocks is rarely a crime. However, if you commit a crime while using a VPN, it's still a crime.
How does your 30-day money-back guarantee work?: With our 30-day money-back guarantee, you can trial our premium Plus plan risk-free. If you’d like to cancel for any reason, simply cancel your subscription and request a refund within 30 days to receive a full refund.