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Exclusive: I asked 10 VPNs for my personal data — only one lived up to our expectations

Under GDPR and similar privacy regulations, VPN providers are legally required to share the data they hold on you when asked. I decided to put this basic data right to the test.

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ProtonVPN downloads spiked in 62 countries in 2025 — but with VPNs 'more important than ever' the countries responsible weren't all those you'd expect

ProtonVPN downloads spiked in 2025 across 65 countries worldwide, with shutdowns and censorship driving the surge

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Problems with your Android VPN? Proton VPN warns it's Google's fault

If your Android VPN suddenly stopped working, you're not alone. Proton VPN has called out Google over a seven-month-old Android 16 bug that breaks internet connections after an app update, leaving users exposed and frustrated.

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VPN interest spikes in Brazil as mandatory age verification law takes effect

Brazil’s new Digital ECA law requires online providers to implement strict age verification. A massive surge in VPN usage suggests citizens are turning to encryption to protect their privacy.

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“A significant portion of the market is not equipped to handle that responsibility”: the VPN industry reacts to TechRadar's research

In the wake of our exclusive research, what should users do to stay secure?

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Where does your money go when you buy a VPN?

Security? Speed? Style? What are you really paying for when you pick up a VPN subscription?

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La Liga's war on piracy is breaking the internet in Spain — and your VPN could be the next target

La Liga's aggressive anti-piracy blocking has led to a series of overblocking incidents when football matches are aired. Spaniards have been turning to VPNs to navigate recurring outages, but questions remain about the approach remain.

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Proton VPN releases "quality-of-life" update for iOS users — Mac and Linux VPN apps are next

Proton VPN is closing the feature gap between its applications, introducing city-level map pins for iOS and confirming that a major visual overhaul for its Linux and Mac clients is finally underway.

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Gabon blocks social media 'until further notice' as VPN demand soars

Gabon has blocked major social media platforms "until further notice," citing national security. Here is why VPN demand is currently up by 8,000% as residents look to stay connected.

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Proton VPN kills OpenVPN support on Android — here’s why that’s a good thing

Proton VPN has officially removed the OpenVPN protocol from its Android app, citing "bloat" and superior alternatives like WireGuard. Here is what you need to know.

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VPN use soars in Argentina following anti-piracy blocks – here's what we know

Proton VPN and Windscribe have both recorded spikes starting from Monday (February 9). This coincides with the decision to block two major pirated streaming sites in the country.

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'Simple but dangerous’ – Top VPNs targeted by typosquatting as 14% of fake domains found to be malicious

Major providers including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Proton VPN are among those targeted by lookalike domains. Here's how to stay safe.

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Proton VPN’s new Android update fixes the one thing we hate about ‘Quick Connect’

Proton VPN's Android users can now exclude specific cities and countries from its "Quick Connect" and "Random" server selection. Here is how to use it and why it is a win for privacy die-hards.

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"Not just censorship, it’s digital isolation:" Iran plans to cut ties with the global internet — and VPNs may not help this time

After enforcing "one of the most severe blackouts in history," Iran is moving towards a permanent whitelisting system to better police the internet. Here's what is at stake for people in Iran, and beyond.

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Proton VPN reveals major Linux makeover – both for GUI and CLI users

Proton has released a set of updates for both its Linux GUI and Linux CLI VPN apps. Here's all you need to know.

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Internet restored in Uganda but social media and messaging apps still restricted

While the internet has been restored in Uganda, access to social media and messaging platforms remains restricted. Proton VPN confirms that usage has now hit "an all-time high."

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Proton VPN kills off legacy OpenVPN configs in push for better security

If you manually configure your VPN on a router or legacy device, you have just weeks to update your credentials. Proton VPN is retiring older manual OpenVPN configs to enforce stronger encryption standards, though it promises to keep the protocol alive across its servers.

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NordVPN vs Proton VPN — which provider is better for you?

Our best VPN overall against a Swiss privacy titan, which is better for you?

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"Workarounds are very limited" – VPNs stop working in Uganda as internet connectivity drops

After an initial spike in sign-ups, Proton VPN confirms its products have stopped working in Uganda as internet connectivity drastically dropped. Digital rights experts warn that workarounds are very limited

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VPN interest spikes in Uganda as the internet gets disrupted ahead of the general elections

Despite the blocked access to the public internet, people in Uganda seem to be using VPNs to stay connected. Proton VPN confirmed a 8,000% increase in signups on Tuesday, and usage keeps rising.

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ExpressVPN just dropped a huge MacOS update — here's the 5 things I'm most excited about

Split tunneling is the headline, but there's much more to look out for

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VPN users under siege in Jammu and Kashmir as authorities issue a 2-month ban – here's what we know

People in Jammu and Kashmir are being prosecuted for using unauthorized VPNs. Authorities said the VPN ban is needed for online security, but digital rights experts are concerned.

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AI, age verification and censorship: how the VPN industry tackled 2025's biggest issues – and what it plans to do next

2025 was a "turning point" that proved challenging for even the top VPNs

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5 Of The Best VPNs For 2026, If You’re Sick Of Your Data Getting Pinched

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Proton VPN wrapped – what were its highlights of 2025?

Explore Proton VPN’s biggest developments of 2025, from a no-logs audit and new feature rollouts to a major UI redesign plus privacy and usability upgrades.

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