Latest articles by Andy Sansom
How to spot a phishing scam – and protect yourself
Phishing scams are one of the most common methods that hackers use, but you can protect yourself using common sense and a VPN.
160 million people have been using an untrustworthy VPN — uninstall this app now
Despite suspiciously positive customer reviews, this VPN should be avoided at all costs. Here's why you need to say adiós to Hola VPN.
Proton VPN makes its Chrome extension free for all
Proton VPN is one of the biggest names in VPNs and today it has made its Chrome extension free for everyone.
Surfshark's Antivirus proves its credentials in independent testing
Surfshark is known for its VPN but the company's antivirus platform is now celebrating a stellar achievement.
Why do I need a fast VPN?
If it's a privacy and security tool, does it really matter how fast your VPN is?
ExpressVPN can now change your IP Address for every different website you visit
ExpressVPN's new feature means that you can change your IP Address with every website you visit.
Got a new laptop for college? Here's why you need a VPN
If you're going to college this fall with a new laptop, you should pair it with a shiny new VPN.
YouTube is no longer available in Russia without a VPN
YouTube is currently unavailable in Russia with the video-sharing site needing a VPN to reach.
Do you need a VPN with unlimited connections?
The top VPNs offer a different amount of simultaneous connections per subscription, but some boast an unlimited amount. Is that really a killer feature?
Should you pay for a VPN with cryptocurrency?
Many popular VPN providers offer customers the chance to pay their subscription not with traditional money but with cryptocurrency.
Which country should I connect my VPN to?
VPNs are all about spoofing your IP address by connecting to a server elsewhere in the world, but is there a specific country we should connect to?
Can you share a VPN login?
VPNs are an essential tool for online privacy and security, but can you share a subscription with friends and family?
Another top VPN provider launches on Snapdragon PCs
Private Internet Access has today released its native ARM VPN platform. This fills a gap in a market with limited options.
NordVPN, ExpressVPN and dozens more suddenly blocked in Turkey
27 leading VPN apps have reportedly been blocked in Türkiye, following on from an earlier Instagram ban.
Proton fights authoritarianism with new anti-censorship features
Proton VPN is hoping to bring digital freedom to more people all over the world with new servers and new features.
Microsoft is holding VPNs back from supporting Snapdragon
Snapdragon laptops are looking to push new standards in consumer computing, but we want access to privacy software first, please.
DuckDuckGone – popular privacy search engine banned in Indonesia
One of the most popular search engines has been banned in Indonesia. But why has the country banned DuckDuckGo?
Most new Windows laptops don't work with VPNs – and Snapdragon is the problem
The new Snapdragon X Elite laptops are powered by ARM processors and while they may be fast, they're causing chaos with VPNs.
Microsoft 365 now includes a free VPN – but there are far better alternatives
Microsoft 365 has added a free VPN for subscribers, but it's not going to challenge serious VPNs anytime soon.
5 things to look for in a VPN you can trust
When it comes to choosing the right VPN for your needs, what should you look out for as signs that you're in safe hands? Keep reading and find out.
Proton proves its no-logs policy for the third time with independent audit
Proton VPN's no-logs policy has been put under the microscope again. How did it fare?
Is there a way to get the Paris Olympics for free in the US?
If you're after a way to get the Olympics for free in the U.S. then you can use this method to watch like you were right back at home.
