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Before joining Future, Nikki worked as the Top Ten Reviews' Security & Privacy Editor. She managed the testing and reviewing of antivirus, parental controls, VPN services, and encryption software. These findings were shared with other brands, including Tom's Guide. She later joined Mobile Nations and was instrumental in building these verticals for its various brands including iMore, Windows Central, and Android Central.

Nikki earned bachelor’s degrees in both English and Political Science with a focus on empirical research. During her college career, Nikki established student internship opportunities, which also helped strengthen the relationship between the University and community partners. Nikki worked as a TA, mediated focus groups, and worked on research teams. She acted as a liaison presenting research findings to local leaders to influence policy changes within her community.

Serving in the community is a highlight of Nikki’s life. During the school year, she lends a helping hand in special education classrooms during lunch hours. In her spare time, Nikki serves as a member of several school councils and volunteers for a local arts board.

Latest articles by Nikki Johnston

Ivacy VPN review

By Nikki Johnston published 29 November 22

vpn My Ivacy VPN review will help you decide whether this relatively cheap VPN service is right for optimizing your online activity.

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TunnelBear review

By Sead Fadilpašić published 22 November 22

In my TunnelBear review, I test out the simple, beginner-friendly provider to see if it can match up with the market leaders.

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Windscribe VPN review

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 11 November 22

VPN In my Windscribe VPN review, we run down the characterful VPN's paid and free options, and test its speed, privacy, streaming and more.

VPN

Surfshark One on a variety of different devices

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By Nikki Johnston published 20 September 22

vpn Tom's Guide readers can get an exclusive deal which offers 3 extra months and the full Surfshark One security suite for free.

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Hotspot Shield Basic VPN Review

By Nikki Johnston published 10 August 22

Hotspot Shield Basic offers a generous unlimited data plan, but it's hampered by a lack of server locations and features, and the presence of ads.

VPNs

TunnelBear VPN Free review

By Nikki Johnston published 8 August 22

In our TunnelBear Free review, we run down what the back-to-basics VPN provider offers its free users, and whether it's the right choice for you.

VPNs

Atlas VPN interface composition on a smartphone and desktop screen

Atlas VPN Free review

By Nikki Johnston published 1 August 22

Atlas VPN Free is a capable product, and will suit those looking for simple privacy. However, it lacks power, and there are a few niggles still to be fixed.

VPNs

Windscribe VPN Free review

By Nikki Johnston last updated 28 July 22

In our Windscribe Free review, we run down where the outspoken VPN provider excels, and what it might be able to improve.

VPNs

Proton VPN Free review

By Nikki Johnston published 22 July 22

VPN Proton VPN Free is seriously powerful, and its unlimited data cap is unrivalled. There are some limitations, but it's still our top choice.

VPN

PrivadoVPN Free review

By Nikki Johnston published 21 July 22

In our PrivadoVPN Free review, we explore its strengths, weaknesses, and see how it compares to the more established names.

VPNs

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