Prompted by the latest revelations about common VPNs being owned by Chinese companies that may share data with their government, our latest Do You Use It? poll explored how TidBITS readers use VPNs.

How to Spot a Shady VPN App: 9 Red Flags to Look Out For ...

Not sure when you should use your VPN and when it’s better to turn it off? I explain the situations where disabling your VPN might make sense—and guide you through how to do it on most major operating ...

If you're particularly concerned about privacy when browsing online, then you've probably heard about using a VPN as a safety measure. VPN — short for Virtual Private Network — is a way to stop third ...

Just the same, there are many legitimate reasons why you don’t want an outside entity monitoring your internet activity. Your VPN acts as digital blinds, keeping your online activity hidden from your ...

Best VPN for 2026: Our Top 10 Favorite VPN Services Do I Need a VPN? 8 Reasons Why It Might Be Helpful VPNs are fantastic. They’re your ultimate privacy tools that can also circumvent geo-blocks and ...

I don't use a VPN every second of every day. Over the years, I've found that using a VPN all the time can cause various issues to pop up. Because of that, I've become rather selective about when I ...

Installing a VPN on your iPhone delivers an extra layer of security, whether you're at home or on the go. A VPN, or virtual private network, is a service that creates a secure connection between your ...

Free public Wi-Fi is everywhere; there are over 550 worldwide hotspots, by some estimates. It's rare to find a coffee shop or mall without one, and some countries (such as Singapore) make it freely ...

Yes, You Can Use One VPN to Protect All of Your Devices—Here’s How If you're only using a VPN on your PC, your online activity isn't fully protected. I’ll show you how to use just one VPN to keep ...

A VPN can help you unlock the entire Olympic games, potentially for free.