Latest articles by Olivia Powell
Facebook, Instagram and YouTube have privacy practices that could put your data at risk
Facebook, Instagram and YouTube could store your data for up to 180 days after your account's been deleted
The best Smart TV VPN 2025
VPN A Smart TV VPN is the perfect tool for accessing blocked content, but the wide variety of devices can cause issues. Here's our full guide.
What are zero-day attacks?
A guide to what zero-day attacks are, why they're so impactful and what you can do to guard against them
How much should a VPN cost?
You might not have to pay top dollar for top-level protection – but certain features can really run up your bill.
4 ways to test if your VPN provider is trustworthy
4 ways to tell that your VPN comes from a trustworthy provider
What can you do to protect yourself from Q-Day?
Quantum computers will soon be able to break the internet and invade our privacy, but post-quantum VPNs present a viable solution
Are free VPNs safe?
vpn When it comes to no-fee VPN services, what you save in cash may cost you in both privacy and security.
VPN routers are being targeted by botnets – here's how to keep safe
All the signs your device is part of a botnet – and how to prevent it from happening
Does using a VPN drain your battery?
We explore what impact, if any, a VPN has on your battery life
New sextortion scam combines stolen data to target victims directly
Scammers are attempting to extort victims by using their stolen data to claim they have been surveilling them
Don't lose trust after data breaches – 4 tips to keep your data safe
The four best ways to protect your personal information online, from masked emails to fake identities.
No-logs versus zero-logs: what’s the difference?
We explore the differences between no-log and zero-log VPN policies
What is Proton Scribe?
Proton has introduced an AI-powered writing assistant to its privacy-focused offering – but is it any good?
Will the CEO's arrest mean the end of Telegram? 3 alternatives to the secure messaging app
Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, has been arrested as part of an investigation, with some charges related to indecent images of children.
Compromised VPN login used to steal Google Chrome credentials
The Qilin ransomware gang is thought to be responsible for the data exfiltration cyber attack.
The beta of "the world's most private VPN" has just launched
Nym Technologies is offering two beta testing modes – fast and anonymous – and claim that it goes "beyond all traditional VPN protections."
ExpressVPN vs Surfshark: Which provider is best?
Vpn ExpressVPN vs Surfshark is a real David and Goliath battle, but will Surfshark be betrayed by its bargain roots? Read on for our full comparison.
These House of Representatives members are at the highest risk of being exposed online
75% of House representatives have had their personal data exposed online
Is Uptodown safe for downloading VPNs?
We explore whether you should use this app download service
Everything you need to know about port forwarding – and how to make it work for you
A how-to guide to this networking technique
