VPN
What a VPN does
- Encrypts traffic between your device and the VPN server.
- Hides your IP from sites you visit.
- Does not make you anonymous on its own.
When to use it
- On public Wi-Fi.
- To hide IP from trackers.
- To bypass ISP DNS filtering.
Good practices
- Use WireGuard protocol when offered.
- Enable kill switch.
- Pay with a method you trust. Avoid shady lifetime deals.
Vetted options
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