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'Using VPNs is not criminal:' digital rights advocates return for a second Defend VPNs Day of Action

By Monica J. White Published

Fight for the Future is holding its second Defend VPNs Day of Action on September 25, urging lawmakers worldwide to protect VPNs from bans and restrictions.

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The best Netflix VPNs: stream your favorite shows securely while at home or on the go with these expert-tested picks

By Rob Dunne Last updated

VPN Whether you need access to Netflix from home or abroad, a VPN is the perfect tool for the job. Here’s what you need to know about our top 5 Netflix VPNs.

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I tried Proton's AI Paper Trail tool — and I couldn't believe how much data chatbots know about me

By Silvia Iacovcich Published

The report rated me 'easy' to profile and even assigned me a four-figure dollar 'ad value'

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Canada's Bill C-22: VPN and tech firms urge the government to 'fix' the bill before it becomes law

By Rene Millman Published

A massive coalition of tech leaders, privacy advocates, and top VPN providers warns that the proposed Lawful Access Act will destroy user privacy and force companies to leave the country.

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We are telling AI chatbots our biggest secrets, but Proton warns our privacy is at huge risk

By Rene Millman Published

A new Proton survey shows two-thirds of Brits are using AI as a judgment-free confidant, despite having major trust issues when it comes to their data privacy

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Forget to turn on your VPN? Opera's free browser VPN now does it for you on public Wi-Fi

By Monica J. White Published

Opera's free browser VPN can now turn on automatically on public or unsecured Wi-Fi. Here's what's new, why it matters, and how Free compares to Pro.

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The best free VPN in 2026

By Dan Sung Last updated

Updated With so many scams, only the best free VPNs are worth your time. Find out how PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN's free tiers compare to all the rest, and read our top tips for the best VPN alternatives.

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The best VPN service 2026

By Dan Sung Last updated

Updated We've tested and re-tested every major VPN service to bring you a comprehensive report on the best available options.

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Obscura VPN finally arrives on Linux — with a GUI, a CLI, and a new open-source license

By Monica J. White Published

Obscura VPN has launched a native Linux app with official packages for Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, and Arch, plus a GPLv3 re-license and a launch discount.

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Your ExpressVPN app on Windows, Mac, and Linux just got more flexible and more reliable

By Monica J. White Published

ExpressVPN has released version 14.3.1 for Windows, Mac, and Linux, bringing Advanced Protection to every protocol, a faster speed test, and better accessibility.

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