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Proton VPN stands out for two main reasons: it's one of the only virtual private networks (VPNs) to include a free plan with no data limits, and it's one of the few services majority-owned by a nonprofit. It's the best VPN in both of those categories, and it makes a strong case for being the best overall.
Even if you don't care about the work of the Proton Foundation, Proton VPN is a service worth using. It's easy to install and manage, runs like the wind and meets high standards for security and privacy. It has more IP locations in Africa than any of its competitors. It's even looking toward the future by working toward full IPv6 support.
In short, Proton VPN gets our enthusiastic recommendation, especially for torrenting (which it supports on almost every server). It's not perfect — the apps for Apple systems lag behind their Windows and Android counterparts, and the free servers can be noticeably sluggish — but the cons pale in comparison to the pros. We'll get into it all below.
Proton Best VPN for privacy Proton VPN Proton VPN is a superlative service that's proven itself willing to fight for your privacy — plus, it unblocks Netflix and keeps your internet fast. Pros Keeps internet speeds fast
Physically secured data centers
Free plan with unlimited data Cons High proportion of virtual server locations
Live chat support only for paid users $3 at Proton VPN
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