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

VPN server locations – which VPNs have the most and what you need to know
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN VPN server count is a headline figure on most providers' websites, but does it really matter? Here we explain, and show you the best options.

The best Roku VPN 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A Roku VPN can take time to set up, but once it's up and running you'll have access to tons of extra content. Here's our complete guide.

NordVPN price and plans – costs and deals in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond, Andy Sansom last updated
NordVPN is one of the biggest and best names in the VPN game. Here's how to start a subscription at a price to be happy with.

Best free iPhone VPN app in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN There are tons of free iPhone VPNs on the App Store – but only a handful are safe to use. Here are the very best free VPNs for iPhone that I've tested.

How to watch NBC live anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're outside the US, you might be looking for a way to watch NBC live – here's our full rundown on how to get access wherever you are.

The fastest VPN services in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated We've tested and ranked dozens of of the fastest VPNs, and here I've rounded up the top five speed demons – including Surfshark, NordVPN, Proton VPN and more.

PrivadoVPN has forgotten to end its Black Friday deal – it's still $30 all-in
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
PrivadoVPN is the cheapest VPN we recommend buying. This deal has lasted since before the New Year, so there's no guarantee it'll stick around for much longer.

The best US VPN for use in or outside the USA in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN We've rounded up the best US VPNs for accessing blocked sites, streaming global content, and staying safe from surveillance.

The best cheap VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN I've tested tons of the cheapest VPNs like Surfshark, PIA and NordVPN. In this guide, I've reviewed and ranked the very best.

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?

Black Friday VPN deals 2025: our predictions for this year
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Black Friday Black Friday may be over, but tons of Black Friday VPN deals are still available. Bookmark this page to stay up to date with the latest bargains.

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.
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