Nikki Johnston
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
Heads up! Avast One is 70% off for Tom's Guide readers in the UK
By Nikki Johnston published
Protect your network, devices and even your identity with this exclusive Avast One deal that knocks 70% off.
Ivacy VPN review
By Nikki Johnston published
VPN My Ivacy VPN review will help you decide whether this relatively cheap VPN service is right for optimizing your online activity.
TunnelBear review
By Sead Fadilpašić published
In my TunnelBear review, I test out the simple, beginner-friendly provider to see if it can match up with the market leaders.
Windscribe VPN review
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
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.
Don't be late to Surfshark's Back to School exclusive deal with 3 months free
By Nikki Johnston published
VPN Tom's Guide readers can get an exclusive deal which offers 3 extra months and the full Surfshark One security suite for free.
Hotspot Shield Basic VPN Review
By Nikki Johnston published
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.
TunnelBear VPN Free review
By Nikki Johnston published
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.
Atlas VPN Free review
By Nikki Johnston published
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.
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