VPN Privacy & Security
Latest about VPN Privacy & Security

Iran is discouraging its people from using free VPNs
By Chiara Castro published
As the internet gets restricted, VPN demand has soared across the country since June 13.

Iran encourages citizens to use a messaging app previously flagged as a state surveillance tool
By Chiara Castro published
Iran-developed application, Bale Messenger was found to lack end-to-end encryption and share users' sensitive data with the app server. Experts warn against their use.

VPNs cannot protect against browser fingerprinting – but this new web browser could be the fix
By Chiara Castro published
Developed by two privacy researchers, Psylo introduces a one-of-a-kind isolated tab system powered by a proxy network.

Cloudflare wants to fix Spain’s blocking of illegal football streams ahead of next LaLiga season
By Chiara Castro published
La Liga and Telefonica's IP blocking orders continue to create problems – and Cloudflare has brought its case in front of Spain's Higher Court

WhatsApp ads are here – but can you trust that your messages will stay private?
By Chiara Castro last updated
Meta is introducing WhatsApp ads on a rolling basis. Privacy experts have raise the alarm regarding the future of the service, despite WhatsApp's assurance that end-to-end encryption remains.

Iranians asked to delete WhatsApp as internet restrictions intensify
By Chiara Castro published
...

VPN demand skyrockets in Iran amid new internet restrictions across the country
By Chiara Castro published
Latest statistics show a daily increase of up more than 700% since June 13, 2025, despite reports of VPN throttling.

Europol doesn't only want an encryption backdoor, but also your metadata
By Chiara Castro published
Europol’s 2025 Internet Organized Crime Threat Assessment (IOCTA) indicates E2EE apps as an obstacle to investigations and calls for better rules on metadata collection and tracking.
Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more.