UK businesses are replacing VPNs with proxy services because of 'tighter regulations' and expected 'restrictions'

Proxy. Network administrator access the proxy server. Technology concept.

• UK proxy use has grown as VPNs face potentially tighter rules and restrictions
• Specialist proxies give businesses flexibility, location accuracy, and resilience compared with VPNs
• British firms are adopting proxies across eCommerce, finance, and marketing

Many UK firms are worrying further VPN regulation could be on the cards, after the divisive Online Safety Act led to explosive interest in the tools, driving regulators to take notice and businesses to explore alternatives.