Windscribe VPN review: A flexible and free VPN
Published on: 2025-07-14 10:00:21
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ZDNET's key takeaways
Windscribe
The free and paid versions work with streaming platforms, and you can safely use the service for online activities, including web surfing and torrenting.
Windscribe's no-logs policy hasn't been audited, and having the headquarters in Canada isn't good for privacy.
Windscribe is much more flexible than other VPNs. It's both free and paid and is the second best free VPN that we recommend. The "Build-a-Plan" scheme allows you to tailor the amount you wish to pay for a subscription, starting from $3 per month. Windscribe is reliable for accessing geo-restricted sites online and is optimized to work on networks that block VPNs.
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Plus, Windscribe requires minimal information to use Windscribe (you can subscribe without an email). While the speeds aren't as impressive as our best VPNs, I still used it smoothly for heavy browsing activities. The free servers can support streaming
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