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Proton VPN’s no-logs policy holds up under scrutiny of fourth independent audit

Third-party auditors verify Proton VPN’s no-logs policy again and confirm the provider never collects or stores your data. Here's why it matters.

X, WhatsApp, YouTube, and other social media platforms go dark in Turkey for 24 hours – and VPN usage spikes

X, WhatsApp, YouTube, and other social media platforms go dark in Turkey for 24 hours – and VPN usage spikes

Turkey has been blocking access to all main social media apps amid growing political tensions since the evening of Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Wonder what happens to your encrypted data in case of an emergency? Proton now lets you plan ahead

Wonder what happens to your encrypted data in case of an emergency? Proton now lets you plan ahead

Emergency Access works across Proton VPN, Proton Mail, Proton Pass, and Proton Drive, letting you choose up to 5 trusted contacts.

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Proton VPN expands Linux capabilities with new split tunneling feature

Proton VPN’s latest update brings this long-awaited feature to Linux users, with split-tunneling set to land on the macOS app next.

Canal+ and beIn Sports force VPNs to block illegal WTA tennis and F1 streams

The Paris Judicial Court rejects "the grounds of inadmissibility" raised by all VPN providers to contest the blocking orders, even dismissing ExpressVPN's referral to the EU Court.

"A privacy tradeoff" – privacy experts slam new UK age verification checks

Brits now need to prove they're over 18 to access adult-only or harmful content online, and a potential privacy and security nightmare may be only one of the downsides.

Elon Musk is 'working on' UK age verification for X — and Xbox should steal his idea

Xbox now requires age verification in the UK — even for long-time users. Elon Musk's X has a smart solution than Microsoft.

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Surge in VPN use as new age verification laws come into force

Surge in VPN use as new age verification laws come into force

Proton VPN has recorded a surge in sign ups

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VPN demand skyrockets in the UK as age verification checks are enforced

VPN demand skyrockets in the UK as age verification checks are enforced

Proton VPN confirmed an hourly increase in sign-ups of over 1,400% starting from July 25, 2025, as Brits get ready to workaround new age checks.

How to get Proton VPN on your Amazon Fire TV Stick

How to get Proton VPN on your Amazon Fire TV Stick

Proton VPN is one of the few services that have a dedicated Fire TV Stick app

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Is Proton VPN’s free plan any good? We put it to the test

Is Proton VPN’s free plan any good? We put it to the test

Proton offers a really generous free tier with no data caps and no ads – we put it to the test

The Independent UK

Proton VPN set to bring Split tunneling for Linux and macOS this summer – and many more features you'll love

Proton VPN set to bring Split tunneling for Linux and macOS this summer – and many more features you'll love

Proton VPN released a roadmap for all the features it plans to release in the next couple of months. Here's all you need to know.

Proton VPN announces a big summer update – with even more new features on the horizon

Proton VPN announces a big summer update – with even more new features on the horizon

There's new feature announcements, as well as hints for the future, in the latest update to Proton VPN's roadmap. Here's what's new.

Best VPNs for Mac 2025, tested by a tech expert

Best VPNs for Mac 2025, tested by a tech expert

Add online privacy to your Mac with these free and paid-for VPN services

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WhatsApp introduces ads – and we need to re-evaluate its privacy credentials

Metadata collection and the introduction of in-app ads signals the end of WhatsApp's privacy credentials. What has been done and what are the alternatives?

Iranians asked to delete WhatsApp as internet restrictions intensify

We asked 4 VPN experts which VPNs they use – and the results surprised us

Here at Tom's Guide, the VPN team spend all day writing about VPNs. But which providers do we actually use? The team shares their favourite VPNs and why they like them.

Privacy providers clash over controversial proposals to change Swiss encryption law

Infomaniak has clashed with Proton as the two companies disagree over approaches to Switzerland's controversial proposed surveillance law change.

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Proton VPN review 2025: The best privacy-preserving open-source VPN I’ve tested

If you’re looking for a VPN with solid privacy credentials and fast speeds, Proton VPN delivers the goods

Proton VPN boss compares Switzerland to Russia and claims it could leave the country over proposed law

Changes to Swiss law could see Proton leave the country. CEO Andy Yen made the statement in an interview and compared the country to Russia.

We surveyed Tom's Guide readers about VPNs – and I need to bust some myths

What can a VPN actually do? We asked Tom's Guide readers for their thoughts and we'll address some common VPN myths.

Google Chrome U-turns on its use of trackers – here's how to stop them

Google Chrome's U-turn on its use of trackers is a disaster for user privacy. But there are ways to protect yourself.

Gabon elections – "We urge authorities to ensure unrestricted access to the internet"

While internet access in Gabon has been stable ever since, the 2023 elections were plagued by restrictions and shutdowns. This is why digital rights advocates are urging the government to continue this trend on Saturday.

Is the future of censorship-resistant VPNs, no VPNs?

VPNs are currently keeping together the pieces of a splintered internet, but new solutions may be needed.

Turkey's social media ban has been lifted, but VPN usage is still high

Proton VPN recorded a spike of +1100% starting from March 19

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