Articles by Rob Dunne, VPN Editor

Rob is VPN Editor for TechRadar. Coming from a background in phones and technology, Rob has long been putting himself, and his data, online. Finding out the easy, and hard, ways to stay secure online is something that has come along the way – not without being victim to a number of nasty data breaches that is.

Using his experiences and broader knowledge of the technology world, Rob strives to provide the latest ways to stay secure and private online. Whether that be simple steps such as two-factor authentication and password management, or more advanced options such as setting up VPNs, alternative online aliases and more.

In an ever-busy life outside of work, Rob is constantly engaging in tech across areas such as fitness and smart wearables to help him with his continuous work in the gym or on the tennis court, as well as keeping up to date on the latest in the gaming industry with the latest releases across PC and console a constant release from day to day life.

To share a story or tip, email robert.dunne@futurenet.com

Articles by: Rob Dunne

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Is DeepSeek AI safe to use? Think twice before you download DeepSeek for the time being

By Rob Dunne last updated 30 January 25

DeepSeek has made international news – but is it safe to use? Here's everything you need to know.

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I almost lost my entire online identity – until one tool made all the difference

By Rob Dunne last updated 28 January 25

VPNs are the biggest Christmas bargain this year – and these 3 deals more than prove that

By Rob Dunne published 25 December 24

Your new gadgets need security, luckily it's seriously cheap.

The most popular Black Friday VPN deal is still live – grab it while you can!

By Rob Dunne published 3 December 24

Surfshark's Black Friday deal was the most popular with our readers – and you still have a chance to save.

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Cyber Monday VPN deals 2024 – the best deals still live

By Rob Dunne last updated 3 December 24

Cyber Monday Cyber Monday is here – and that means big savings. Here's my roundup of the year's best VPN deals and the providers that aren't joining in the fun.

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These VPN deals held me captive in my office – and they're still live!

By Rob Dunne last updated 3 December 24

It's the end of Cyber Monday, but the VPN deals are just so good that I can't stop writing about them yet.

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VPN testing - the latest results from our team of experts

By Rob Dunne last updated 2 December 24

Latest tests Check out the latest VPN test results to see what's changed in our rankings, and what our hundreds of hours of expert testing uncovered.

Surfshark price, plans and discounts: the best Surfshark deals, handpicked by our experts

By River Hart last updated 2 December 24

VPN Surfshark prices are a drop in the ocean – but which plans are the best, and what deals are available? I'll reveal all.

I'm giving up talking about NordVPN's Cyber Monday deal – it's just that good!

By Rob Dunne last updated 2 December 24

Our top-rated VPN's Cyber Monday deal is pretty much perfect. Here's everything you need to know.

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Surfshark takes a huge bite out of its prices for Cyber Monday

By Rob Dunne last updated 2 December 24

Surfshark has taken a huge bite out of its prices this Cyber Monday.

How to set up and install a VPN on Android

By Rob Dunne last updated 29 November 24

With phones becoming more central than ever to our online activity, here's how to secure your data with a VPN

If you didn't think Norton had a VPN, its Black Friday deal should make you reconsider

By Rob Dunne published 28 November 24

Didn't think Norton had a VPN? Its massive Black Friday deal proves otherwise. Here's what you need to know.

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ExpressVPN has lost its way – in the best way possible

By Rob Dunne published 22 November 24

For the first time in its history, ExpressVPN has taken steps that set it on a much more promising course.

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Proton VPN's Black Friday deal is here – with up to 70% off plans up for grabs

By Rob Dunne published 14 November 24

Don't be a security dinosaur – grab Proton VPN's Black Friday deal

FastestVPN's Black Friday VPN deal is exclusive to TechRadar readers – and it's incredible!

By Rob Dunne published 13 November 24

A lifetime of VPN security for under $25... unmissable!

Tottenham Hotspur announces partnership with ExpressVPN - but will it really solidify their defense?

By Rob Dunne published 12 November 24

After a recent shock defeat, fans are less than convinced by Spurs' latest partnership

Xiaomi 14T Pro review: one small step for value, one giant leap for quality

By Rob Dunne published 27 September 24

Despite being hampered by limited availability, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a supremely well-equipped mid-range phone.

ExpressVPN apps running on a laptop and mobile during TechRadar's testing

We retested ExpressVPN's limits - here are the three biggest changes from the last six months

By Rob Dunne published 21 September 24

Over the last six months, we've seen some serious changes to ExpressVPN. Here are all the changes we found in our tests.

Best VPNs for Snapdragon laptops - which VPNs work with Windows ARM?

By Sam Dawson, Rob Dunne published 13 August 24

Snapdragon chips are becoming increasingly popular, so we looked into what's available to keep your online traffic secure

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Surfshark vs CyberGhost - which VPN is better in 2024?

By Sam Dawson published 2 July 24

Two privacy titans, but which is superior in 2024?

Kaspersky Antivirus is banned in the US – here are 3 superb alternatives

By Rob Dunne published 27 June 24

With Kaspersky now banned in the US, we've delved into where you can find some of the best alternatives, sometimes even for a fraction of the cost.

Did VPNArea just pull the rug on its customers?

By Rob Dunne published 24 June 24

Breaking With users unable to log in and its website down, customers fear VPNArea just cut and run.

How to unblock Netflix with a Smart TV

By Krishi Chowdhary published 8 June 24

Using a VPN is a potent way to get around Netflix's geo-blocks on your smart TV. Read our in-depth guide with step-by-step instructions to learn how.

How to use the Surfshark Chrome extension

By Rob Dunne published 7 June 24

How to keep your online activity secure using Surfshark's browser extension

How to download Surfshark on Windows

By Rob Dunne published 3 June 24

Surf's up Looking to secure your Windows PC with a VPN? Here's everything you need to use Surfshark on your computer.

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