River Hart
River is a Tech Software Editor and VPN expert, helping take care of cybersecurity content here at Tom’s Guide. Whether it’s ensuring VPN pages are up to date, covering digital privacy events, or ensuring that news reaches readers as soon as it breaks, River has a vested interest in helping folks behind the screen advocate for their digital rights.
Originally from North Wales, River graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a First Class degree in Creative Writing and real knack for crafting stories. After bouncing around the UK as a B2B magazine editor (and working in an eclectic range of fields ranging from theme parks and amusements, VR gaming, and e-commerce), River landed in Liverpool in 2019. After joining ProPrivacy, they dove into the world of cybersecurity, and has since been quoted in The Guardian, BBC News, and Forbes.
When they’re not keeping Tom’s Guide content nice and tidy, River likes to wind down by raiding in Final Fantasy 14, trying not to fall down various mountains and hills while hiking, and shouting at men in tights at wrestling shows.
Latest articles by River Hart

The best Android VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Protect your Android device and make the most of your streaming subscriptions with the best Android VPNs in 2025.

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.

How does a VPN work?
By River Hart last updated
VPN VPNs can do some pretty cool things, but how do they work in practice? From protocols to streaming, here I'll cover it all

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 India VPN 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Whether you want to stream more content, avoid surveillance, or access censored sites, an India VPN can help you out.

How to use a VPN
By River Hart last updated
VPN VPNs are easy to use and do wonders for your digital security - and I'll help you get yours up and running.

IPVanish review
By River Hart last updated
Updated Our VPN experts put IPVanish to the test in this latest review, comparing speed, unblocking, value for money, security, and features. See how IPVanish compares.

Mullvad VPN review
By River Hart last updated
VPN My in-depth Mullvad review explores whether the Swedish stalwart's security features, unblocking power, and apps live up to its privacy-focused reputation.

AdBlock VPN review
By River Hart published
VPN My AdBlock VPN review digs into the provider's features, performance, and unblocking power, to see how it stacks up to today’s top competitors.

VPN Glossary: key terms explained
By River Hart published
Kill switches, DNS, geo-spoofing, and more – VPN language can get complicated. I'll walk you through the jargon with bite-sized explainers.

How to find your IP address
By River Hart last updated
How to With my easy-to-follow guide, you'll have no trouble finding your IP address on Windows and Mac.

How to change region on Netflix
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Netflix shows different content in different countries but, with a VPN, you can change your location and watch everything on offer.

Top 9 VPN myths
By River Hart published
Myths, misconceptions, and misinformation – I've heard plenty in my time testing VPNs. Here, I'll debunk today's top VPN myths and set the record straight.

Celebrate the festive season with 82% off Surfshark subscriptions
By River Hart published
Deal Fancy bagging one last bargain before the holiday season is over? Surfshark is discounting all of its 2-year plans by a massive 82%, including 4 months free.

Don’t miss out on Private Internet Access' mega 83% Cyber Monday discount
By River Hart last updated
Deal Snap up a PIA plan for just $2.03 per month and save a whopping 83%, just in time for the holidays.

Save 10% on McAfee protection with this latest deal
By River Hart published
Hot deal Here's how you can get 10% off one of the best antivirus solutions around, and protect your devices with a built-in VPN, password manager, and fraud protection features.
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