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
How Opera is challenging Google by putting privacy first
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
I was lucky enough to be invited to the second instalment of Opera's Browser Days, and quizzed them on how they protect their users' privacy.
The best UAE VPN for Dubai in 2024
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.
I test VPNs for a living – here's what I've learned from reviewing NordVPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
I've reviewed dozens of VPNs, and NordVPN is right up there with the very best. Here are the most interesting finding from my most recent investigation.
5 reasons why NordVPN is still the best streaming VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
We test whether every VPN we review can unblock streaming sites – and in our latest round of testing, NordVPN has kept the crown.
NordVPN review
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN In my complete NordVPN review I run down the famous provider's features, from privacy and streaming to performance and its apps.
The best mobile VPN apps in 2024
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.
The best UK VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Discover the best UK VPNs for privacy, streaming and speed – I've tested the best services out there and these are my 5 favorites right now.
Best Warzone VPN in 2024: how to get easy lobbies by avoiding SBMM
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A VPN for Warzone is the perfect tool for bagging more kills and avoiding SBMM. Here the top 5 Warzone VPNs on the market today.
I asked ChatGPT to explain VPN terms like I'm five – now I'm worried for my job
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Explaining VPNs and how they work in simple terms can be tricky, so I thought I'd see what ChatGPT had to offer. Turns out it's not bad at all...
Best Windows VPN for PC in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN We've reviewed all the best Windows 11 VPNs, and here we pull together the five best, including ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Proton VPN.
The best shows Netflix won’t let Americans watch (and how to stream them)
By Kelly Woo, Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're outside the US, you're missing out on some of Netflix's best titles. Here's how to get get access wherever you are.
The best Russia VPN 2024
By Tabitha Baker last updated
VPN With rising censorship, it's more important than ever to find the best Russia VPN to keep your browsing safe and secure. These are our top picks.
Save 25% on ExpressVPN's Aircove router with this excellent Prime Day deal
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Prime Day deals ExpressVPN's Aircove router is the perfect way to protect the privacy of every device in your home – and there's 25% off this Prime Day
The best router VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN We've tested all the very best router VPNs, and here we've rounded up our top 5 – with one provider even offering bespoke hardware.
The best Chrome VPN extension in 2024
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.
The fastest VPN services in 2024
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.
Don't download XNXubd VPN Browser – it's dangerous
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Avoid this app XNXubd Browser VPN has exploded in popularity with over 600,000 searches a month – but its privacy policy hides sinister secrets.
Why are VPN companies trying to do everything now?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Privacy's back VPN companies are diversifying, and are beginning to offer much more than just a virtual private network – but is that a good thing?
6 popular VPNs you should avoid
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Shutting down Many VPNs promise to keep you safe online, but a good chunk of them shouldn't be taken at face value. Here, I run down 5 popular providers to avoid.
I visited NordVPN and Surfshark's HQ – here's what I found out
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Mo Harber-Lamond visited NordVPN and Surfshark's offices in Vilnius, Lithuania, to find out what new tech two of the biggest brands in VPN are cooking.
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.
The best Google One VPN alternatives
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Shutting down Google One VPN alternatives are in high demand now that we have a concrete end date for the ill-fated VPN product. Here are your best options.
The best Turkey VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Using a Turkey VPN is the easiest way of avoiding the country's strict surveillance and content blocking – plus you can stream more, too!
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