Hey everyone! I'm living in a really restrictive country where they limit my internet access and require me to submit personal documents to questionable companies just to surf the web, including a lot of Reddit. It's England, by the way. After being a victim of credit card fraud, I'm definitely not keen on sharing any more personal info.
I'm on the hunt for a reliable VPN that prioritizes security, so I can shop online and enter passwords without worry. I mostly stick to standard content, but I'd rather use a service that doesn't keep logs of my browsing history.
Ease of use is super important, as I don't want to deal with complicated setups. Plus, I need it to be fast enough for HD streaming; if I'm paying, I want to be able to access media from overseas, too. Any suggestions?
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You might want to check out Mullvad. It's quite affordable, and they've been audited, so they're pretty trustworthy. Plus, you can pay monthly, which means you're not stuck in a long contract if it doesn’t meet your expectations. Just a tip: many recommendations online can be from shady accounts paid to promote VPNs, so look into their comment history. Would love to hear how it goes once you choose one!
Honestly, a lot of the bigger VPNs are pretty similar in terms of service. Just go for the cheapest one that meets your needs!
Be cautious about deep packet inspection from your ISP, as it can act like a man-in-the-middle. I recommend starting with dns0.eu for DNS over HTTPS. You'll need to pick a reliable DNS provider. It might involve some tech setup, like changing DNS settings on your router and devices. Plus, you could rent a VPS in a less suspicious location to set up your own VPN tunnel, but that can get pretty complex.
Proton VPN and Mullvad are solid choices. They even accept payment via mail if you're concerned about digital payment methods.
Have you heard of Tailscale? It's another option you could look into.
Definitely add ProtonVPN to your list, especially if you're considering a subscription. They even offer a free version! But just keep in mind that if you tie a common payment method to a VPN, the state might figure out that you're using one.