A modern VPN now does far more than hide traffic on public Wi-Fi. Proton VPN is part of a wider shift in consumer security software, where speed, censorship resistance, device protection, and privacy

The best VPNs in 2026 are no longer defined only by privacy promises. They are judged by whether they can encrypt traffic, hold a stable connection, and keep streaming, gaming, downloads, and video

Surfshark has dropped its entry-level VPN plan to $1.78 a month on a 28-month deal, its lowest advertised monthly price so far, with the offer set to end on April 19, 2026. For readers weighing

Surfshark’s three-year VPN Starter Plan is being offered for $67.20 with the code VPN20, down from a listed MSRP of $430. The appeal is straightforward: lower-cost online privacy, broader access to

IPVanish has introduced its first refer-a-friend program, adding a cash-equivalent incentive to a market that more often rewards referrals with extra subscription time. The offer is available

NordVPN’s new desktop redesign has landed with a problem the company can ill afford: users say the updated Mac and Windows apps have become sluggish, unstable and, in some cases, difficult to use.