From a security perspective, what VPN do you prefer to use?
Deen said:
Mullvad
I came here to say this.
Deen said:
Mullvad
Absolutely
Deen said:
Mullvad
This is the only right answer
Deen said:
Mullvad
Deen said:
Mullvad
3.1 reviews though. Why is that?
Deen said:
Mullvad
3.1 reviews though. Why is that?
Why would you judge a service based on its Google Play rating? Mullvad is the gold standard.
No real hacker relies on just a VPN, they should use Tor wherever it’s possible. However, when Tor isn’t an option, Mullvad VPN is the best. They got raided by the Swedish authorities once but couldn’t find anything because Mullvad keeps no logs.
It’s wise not to trust any company with your online traffic.
@Jae
It’s good to use one with a strong reputation, but you should aim to avoid depending on a single point of failure.
@Lennox
Internet security relies on certificates and certificate authorities. A legit authority has to have its reputation established for people to trust it, and even those can get compromised and their keys stolen. VPN providers put certificate authorities on client devices, allowing them to potentially hijack all your traffic, even when you’re not using the VPN. It’s surprising to me how people trust these VPNs for privacy and protection.
For security, you need a strong network using ethernet, good firewall setup, a customizable browser, and an isolated machine along with proper account separation.
You should also use a VPN, especially on public Wi-Fi, as it adds security beyond just privacy.
I like Proton VPN. I’m open to better suggestions, though.
Cove said:
I like Proton VPN. I’m open to better suggestions, though.
Mullvad all the way
Cove said:
I like Proton VPN. I’m open to better suggestions, though.
Mullvad all the way
I never hear about it. Is it as good as people say? Does it work well with poor connections? Sometimes my internet can be really slow.
@Adair
It has reasonable pricing at €5 a month fixed.
It allows for anonymous payment like crypto and cash by mail.
They promise strong privacy due to not keeping logs, anonymous account numbers, and being based where law enforcement can’t seize data. They had a recent raid and provided no data. (It’s still just a VPN, so keep that in mind)
I can’t speak to how it performs on bad internet but they have multiple connection options. You likely won’t notice much difference from other providers. Plus, they support OpenVPN, so you can use it on most devices.
Windscribe.
Overall, if we are just discussing VPN, then Mullvad, and pay using Monero.
That site will clarify many concerns about VPNs and what you should be aware of.
I’ve been using ProtonVPN for two years and love the service. You get more than just VPN access with a Proton account, like email and storage. This year, I’m switching to Mullvad as it’s cheaper and honestly offers strong service. They have established a great reputation. I also looked into IVPN, but their price is similar to Proton’s and you get a little less.
Right now, those are probably the only three VPNs I trust. If you want better access to streaming services, any VPN will do. But if you need to hide your activities, choose a service you can fully trust with your data. If security is your only concern, a VPN may not provide the solutions you think it will.
Services like NordVPN and ExpressVPN are okay, but they focus on advertising rather than quality. They aren’t very transparent about their marketing either. Personally, I prefer staying away from businesses that operate this way. Services like PIA are based in the US. I appreciate American companies, but I usually doubt them with my data, if I have a choice.
Do your research to find what works for you. Use this forum and the site above for suggestions but don’t just follow blindly.