Mo Harber-Lamond
Mo is VPN editor at Tom's Guide. Day-to-day he oversees guides on the best VPNs, privacy, and cybersecurity content, which includes making sure all his recommendations are up to date, accurate, and as useful for the reader as possible. He also undertakes regular testing of VPN providers, including their compatibility with streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime and BBC iPlayer, along with assisting the main review team during the biannual VPN review process. He is also a regular contributor to TechRadar, covering VPN and privacy issues.
He graduated with First Class honours in English Literature and Creative Writing from Manchester University, and before joining the Tom's Guide team he worked for several years at Professional Writing Academy where he cut his teeth in both creative and editorial writing. Alongside working with the writing academy, he also side-hustled as a freelance proof-reader and copy-editor, with projects with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Kyle Books, and Watkins Publishing under his belt – all the while gaining notoriety (if not success) with his band in his homeland of Cornwall.
Latest articles by Mo Harber-Lamond

The best business VPN service in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Enterprise solutions A business VPN is an essential tool for securing your company's data, restricting access to documents, and monitoring your staff.

The best UAE VPN for Dubai in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn A UAE VPN for Dubai is the only way of accessing WhatsApp and censored sites in the Emirates. Here are the very best on the market.

The best Chrome VPN extension in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN I've tested hundreds of VPNs, including Chrome VPN extensions, and while they don't offer the same protection as a full-blown VPN, they're still handy.

Should you use a VPN with TikTok?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPNs are great for protecting your privacy when browsing the web, but will using a VPN with TikTok keep you safe or avoid a TikTok ban?

Best VPN deals in February 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Don't want to pay full price for a VPN? I've rounded up the best VPN deals from the likes of NordVPN, ExpressVPN, PureVPN, Surfshark, and more.

The best mobile VPN apps in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN There are countless mobile VPN apps on the market. We've rounded up the top 5 to optimize your smartphone with a mobile VPN.

Does a VPN slow down your internet connection?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Giddy up Worrying about whether a VPN slows down your internet connection is very common. Here we look at the numbers to see if it's true.

VPN vs proxy: what's the difference and which should you get?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN VPN and proxies perform similar tasks, but in practice they're very different. Here we run down what each does and how to choose.

How to set up a VPN on any device
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone; you name it, we've got the guide. Here, I'll walk you through how to set up a VPN on any device you own.

Price hikes and bitter rivalries – here are my VPN predictions for 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Privacy's back From complete security suites to post-quantum encryption, VPNs are changing with the times. Here are the four key developments to look out for.

What is a VPN?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN 'What is a VPN' is a question plenty of people are asking. Here we'll answer all your questions, and more.

The best BBC iPlayer VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN From catching up on the Olympics, to Doctor Who and Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC has it all. A BBC iPlayer VPN is your ticket to entry

Private Internet Access review
By Chris Hall last updated
In my hands-on Private Internet Access review, we run down what the veteran provider is like to use, and where it needs improvement.

NordVPN vs Surfshark: Which provider is best?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn We've compared NordVPN and Surfshark to see who comes out on top in terms of speed, unblocking power, and overall security.

The best iPad VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you want to unblock streaming content from overseas and get snoopers off your digital back, you'll need the help of an iPad VPN. Here are my top picks.

The best Mac VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated A VPN for Mac should be able to do it all – privacy, streaming, and speed. Here are the best Mac VPNs, including ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Surfshark.

IPVanish upgrades server network and launches Double-Hop VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN It's easier than ever to click on a seemingly innocent link that's actually something far worse. IPVanish's new link checker wants to stop that from ever happening again.

How to set up a PS5 VPN: everything you need to know
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn PlayStations don't natively support VPN connections, but getting a PS5 VPN isn't out of the question. Here are all your options.

NordVPN's earth-shattering Black Friday VPN deal is still live – get 74% off
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn NordVPN's Black Friday deal is a good one – and it's still available. Bag 74% off the 2-year plan, which includes 3 months free.

Amazon Black Friday deals are awful – get these sub-$2 per month deals instead
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Black Friday deals Tom's Guide VPN Editor Mo Harber-Lamond runs down all the Black Friday VPN deals on offer, and explores whether it's really the time to buy.

The best streaming VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A streaming VPN can get you access to global Netflix and Amazon Prime libraries, blocked sites like BBC iPlayer, and even free coverage of huge sporting events. Here's our top 5.

The best gaming VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A gaming VPN is the simplest solution to avoiding DDoS attacks and network throttling. Here are my top 5, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN and Surfshark.

The best Apple TV VPN 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Apple TV VPNs can be hugely useful for watching more content. We breakdown how to set up an Apple TV VPN to make it easier and the best providers for the job.
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