What is an evil twin attack, and should they worry you?

January 26th, 2024 in Privacy deep dives

An evil twin attack is a cyberattack that occurs when an attacker  sets up a malicious WiFi network that mimics a legitimate one, often in…

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What is deep packet inspection?

January 27th, 2023 in Privacy deep dives

Deep packet inspection (DPI) is a method of examining data packets that pass through a network so that the traffic type can be identified. This…

How to unblock Instagram

January 19th, 2023 in Privacy basics

A VPN allows you to access Instagram, whether you live in a country where the internet is censored or just want to distract yourself with…

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Does a VPN protect you from hackers?

January 13th, 2023 in Privacy basics

A VPN can help to protect you from hackers on unsecured public WiFi networks. Malicious hackers try to gain unauthorized access to or otherwise disrupt…

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How do free VPNs make money?

January 6th, 2023 in Privacy basics

Most “free” VPNs aren’t really free because you pay with your personal data. If you’re looking for a virtual private network (VPN), it’s tempting to…

What does a VPN protect you from?

January 6th, 2023 in Privacy basics

A virtual private network (VPN) is an essential tool for maintaining your privacy when using the internet. It connects your device to a VPN server, which…

Ultimate guide to iPhone security

December 23rd, 2022 in Privacy deep dives

Your iPhone is a powerful computer that is likely a (if not the) primary way you access the internet. As such, it is vital to…

Do you need a VPN on your iPhone?

December 16th, 2022 in Privacy basics

Your iPhone is a full-fledged computer that’s almost always connected to the internet and capable of doing almost everything a desktop or laptop PC can…

Can you be tracked when using a VPN?

December 8th, 2022 in Privacy deep dives

VPNs are useful for many things, and when used properly, can protect you from being tracked in several ways: This means a VPN can prevent…

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5 reasons to use a VPN for streaming

December 2nd, 2022 in Privacy basics

A good VPN can help you stream your favorite TV shows and movies wherever you travel and protect your privacy and security online. What’s a…

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