Prompted by the latest revelations about common VPNs being owned by Chinese companies that may share data with their government, our latest Do You Use It? poll explored how TidBITS readers use VPNs.

Not sure when you should use your VPN and when it’s better to turn it off? I explain the situations where disabling your VPN might make sense—and guide you through how to do it on most major operating ...

If you're particularly concerned about privacy when browsing online, then you've probably heard about using a VPN as a safety measure. VPN — short for Virtual Private Network — is a way to stop third ...

Here's everything you need to know about navigating the complex web of VPN jurisdiction, including how much influence the 14 Eyes actually have.

Virtual private networks, commonly known as VPNs, have become a popular service in the modern digital age. With users more worried than ever before about unwanted third parties surveilling and ...

Marshall Gunnell is a Tokyo-based tech journalist and editor with over a decade of experience covering IT, cybersecurity and data storage. Alongside CNET, his work has appeared in ZDNET, Business ...

Can you trust Firefox's new free VPN for all browser users? What you need to know ...

Kris has been writing about technology for nearly a decade and got their start covering video games at RPG Site before branching out to PC, Android, and general tech coverage. After joining How-To ...

With increasingly advanced attacks on cybersecurity appearing all the time, it’s now pretty much essential to add effective protection for your online activities. One easy solution is a Virtual ...

Not all VPNs are created equal. Independent audits reveal which services are keeping your data safe—and which are just paying lip service to privacy. I show you how to read and understand the fine ...

A VPN is a valuable tool for protecting your privacy, but there are times when turning it off might be the better choice. Its encrypted connection can sometimes disrupt important activities like ...