VPN
Whether you're looking to protect yourself online or just unblock your favorite content, a virtual private network (VPN) is an essential tool in the modern world. With cybercrime getting more complex with each passing day, it's an effective and inexpensive way to secure yourself, your home, and your family from digital threats.
Tom's Guide's experts put VPNs through hundreds of tests every year to make sure we're only recommending the best VPN services, so check out our in-depth comparisons, VPN reviews, and guides to find out which VPN provider suits your needs best.
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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.
How to spot a phishing scam – and protect yourself
By Andy Sansom published
Phishing scams are one of the most common methods that hackers use, but you can protect yourself using common sense and a VPN.
160 million people have been using an untrustworthy VPN — uninstall this app now
By Andy Sansom last updated
Despite suspiciously positive customer reviews, this VPN should be avoided at all costs. Here's why you need to say adiós to Hola VPN.
The best streaming VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A streaming VPN can get you access to global Netflix and Amazon Prime libraries, blocked sites like BBC iPlayer, and even free coverage of huge sporting events. Here's our top 5.
Everything you need to know about port forwarding – and how to make it work for you
By Sam Dawson published
A how-to guide to this networking technique
Proton VPN makes its Chrome extension free for all
By Andy Sansom published
Proton VPN is one of the biggest names in VPNs and today it has made its Chrome extension free for everyone.
Best VPN free trial in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Try before you buy with a VPN free trial – here's my round-up of the top VPNs with free trials, refund guarantees, and freemium versions.
Surfsharks's Antivirus proves its credentials in independent testing
By Andy Sansom published
Surfshark is known for its VPN but the company's antivirus platform is now celebrating a stellar achievement.
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