Our mobile phones have become a key to our digital lives. It has access to our banking, our email communication, our home network and so much more. So how do we go about protecting this key part of our online security from SIM swapping and cell phone hacking? That’s where a secure SIM provider like […]
What is Double VPN (Multi-Hop) and does it still work in 2024?
A Double VPN is a feature that routes your internet traffic through two VPN servers, applying double encryption in an effort to increase privacy. Also known as “multi-hop” or a “chained VPN,” the double VPN functionality claims to offer enhanced security by adding an extra layer of encryption, but also creates slower connection speeds. So […]
What is a VPN Kill Switch? (and do you still need it in 2024)
A VPN kill switch is a security feature that cuts off network traffic in the event that your connection to the VPN server drops. The purpose of this network lock is to ensure that you don’t leak any sensitive data over an unsecured network connection. For many VPN users, the most important part of the […]
What is Split Tunneling VPN? (and is it actually secure?)
VPN Split Tunneling is a feature that allows users to direct a portion of their internet traffic through an encrypted virtual private network while leaving the rest to be routed through a separate tunnel on the open network. It’s an advanced feature with specific uses that we’ll cover in detail here. By default, a virtual […]
Tor vs VPN | What’s the Difference? (which you should use)
Tor or VPN? The truth is, it’s not an apples to apples comparison, and since you really care about your privacy and security online, in this article I’m going to provide a basic explanation of how each of these tools work and the specific jobs they’re built for. There’s one important question you need to […]
What is a Decentralized VPN? The Pros and Cons of dVPN
The biggest problem with using any virtual private network, or VPN, is simply trust. Can you trust this company with your most sensitive data? But what if trust wasn’t part of the equation? In this article, we’re going to explore how decentralized virtual private networks, or “dVPN” for short, might be a solution. The Problem […]