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119 countries saw VPN usage soar in 2024 during times of political crisis
By Chiara Castro published
Election campaigns were the main driving factor behind this trend, with over a million people worldwide benefiting from Proton VPN election support. Here's what is at stake for 2025.

The best TikTok VPN
By Aleksandar Stevanović last updated
VPN Although the US TikTok ban has been lifted, access to the app isn't always a given. So, which VPNs can you count on to unblock it?

85% of UK employers admit to spying on their employees – and workers aren't happy
By Chiara Castro published
ExpressVPN survey unveils a striking divide between employers' and employees' attitudes to remote work monitoring. Here's all you need to know.

The end of fake VPNs? Google Play Store now shows which VPNs are secure enough to be trusted
By Chiara Castro last updated
Google's new "Verified" is designed to highlight VPN apps that prioritize user privacy and safety. Here's how it works.

VPN usage skyrockets in DR Congo amid TikTok and X shutdown
By Chiara Castro published
Proton VPN recorded a 7000% increase in sign-ups above baseline as citizens are looking for ways to evade restrictions. Here's all we know so far.

Every tap, every message – how to stop your smartphone spying on you
By Stuart Burns published
Sponsored by Surfshark
Smartphones spying on us isn't anything new – but how deep does it go, and how can you prevent it? Here's what you need to know.

Ever wanted to completely disappear? Here are 5 ways to eradicate your online persona
By Sam Dawson published
Sponsored by Surfshark
Ever wanted to take yourself off the digital grid? It's tough, but doable – here are my top tips to reclaim your online anonymity.

I spent 7 days on a data detox – here's what I learned
By Chiara Castro published
Sponsored by Surfshark
For this year's Data Privacy Week, I decided to share the least personal information online. Spoiler alert – it wasn't always easy.

Work up a sweat without exposing your personal data – here's how to safely use fitness apps
By River Hart published
Sponsored by Surfshark
Fitness apps help keep our health journeys on track – but they come with serious data privacy risks, too. Here’s what you need to know.

Privacy powerhouses: 5 apps to take your online security to the next level
By Aleksandar Stevanović published
Sponsored by Surfshark
Your personal data is a hot commodity – and sites and scammers are always hungry for it. Here are 5 apps to invest in to boost your online security.
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