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VPN: Buying Advice, Tips, and News
If you want to protect your online privacy, you need a VPN. We review dozens of them and these are the best VPNs we've tested.
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This VPN router is a better, cheaper, and more powerful way to protect your online privacy.

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iProVPN has the same server speeds and encryption as NordVPN, but you can connect more devices for a lower price.

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Worried about accessing X in Brazil or protecting your internet freedom in the region overall? We've got a list of the best VPNs to use in the country now.

By Chris Stobing
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Keep your Web activity safe and secure with one of these award-winning VPNs. Find the one that’s right for you and save money on your subscription

By Jade Chung-Lee  & Karl Klockars
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Pay once and keep this lifetime VPN forever—no fees attached! It even blocks ads while you stream.

OysterVPN on mobile device and PC
4.5
Editors' Choice

NordVPN packs numerous privacy features into a slick client that has grown beyond just VPN protection into a privacy juggernaut, offering antivirus and unique tools at a premium price.

By Chris Stobing  & Neil J. Rubenking
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Using a VPN, or virtual private network, is one of the best ways to protect your online privacy. We review dozens, and these are the top VPNs we've tested.

By Chris Stobing  & Neil J. Rubenking
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3.5

Norton Ultra VPN Plus is a jam-packed (if, at times, confusing and laggy) VPN security suite with a bevy of included security add-ons.

By Chris Stobing  & Neil J. Rubenking
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This portable VPN router lets you enjoy fast, encrypted browsing up to 300Mbps. The best part? It’ll save you a fortune.

Deeper Connect Air Portable VPN Travel Router

Lifetime VPNs might not last forever, but this one should cover you for the foreseeable future.

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Chrome VPN extensions are a simple way to protect your privacy online, but they have real limitations. We run down the top choices and explain what these browser plug-ins can and can't do.

By Chris Stobing
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Want to surf the web securely without paying? Proton VPN’s browser extension is now free on Firefox and Chromium-based browsers.

By Jibin Joseph
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If you're looking to protect your privacy and avoid censorship in Hong Kong, you might want to use a VPN. We explain why and give you our top picks for VPNs in Hong Kong

By Chris Stobing
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VPNs aren't just for computers; your Android devices benefit, too. We've tested the top contenders to help you choose the best Android VPN for your needs.

By Chris Stobing
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Video streaming services often try to block VPN access. We explain why and tell you which of our top-rated VPNs work with our favorite streamers.

By Chris Stobing
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With an at-home workforce, a VPN can be a useful tool for protecting employee traffic and company data. These are the top VPNs we've tested for businesses in 2024.

By Kim Key  & Chris Stobing
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Public Wi-Fi networks aren't always safe, and college towns are full of them. These are the best VPNs for protecting your privacy, whether it's on campus, at a coffee shop, or at home.

By Chris Stobing
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A VPN can protect your web traffic from prying eyes, and that includes your BitTorrent activity. Whether you're a P2P seeder or leecher, these are the top VPNs for torrenting.

By Chris Stobing
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Need a VPN for Canada? We've reviewed the best in the business.

By Chris Stobing