How to choose an age verification VPN: secure yourself while verifying your age in regions such as the UK and Australia

Illustration of a woman using a smartphone to verify her age.

Following the introduction of social media bans in the UK and Australia, interest in virtual private networks (VPNs) has surged.

With new rules restricting access to certain online content — social media platforms, and AI chatbots — many users are turning to VPNs to maintain their digital privacy.