What are VPNs used for?

You should use a VPN when:

• Browsing on public Wi-Fi, such as at cafes, airports, or hotels;
• Accessing sensitive information like banking or work emails;
• Traveling internationally and needing access to local services or sites;
• Avoiding location tracking or reducing surveillance.

A VPN protects you by:

1. Encrypting your data: a VPN connection makes data traveling between your device and the VPN server unreadable to snoopers and ISPs. 
2. Hiding your actual IP address: when you’re connected to a VPN server, the internet believes the server’s IP is your IP.

With a VPN, you can safely watch anything you want — sports streams, movies, TV shows, and YouTube — provided that you abide by the service’s Terms and Conditions.

With a VPN on your phone, you can:

1. Stay safe on public Wi-Fi — especially useful for travelers at airports and anyone frequenting cafes. VPN encrypts your data, so it becomes useless to anyone who may steal it. 
2. Maintain access to your social media when traveling — some countries block access to social media sites. A secure VPN connection might help you access them.

Yes, you can use a VPN for secure sports streaming, but it’s important to check the terms of service of the streaming platform you’re using. Some platforms or sports-specific services explicitly prohibit the use of VPNs. Violation of these terms can lead to service interruptions or even account suspension.

Yes, a VPN can hide your real location by routing your internet traffic through a server in a different region or country. This makes it appear as though you’re browsing from the server’s location rather than your own. However, some websites may still use browser or device data (like GPS or cookies) to estimate your location unless additional privacy settings are enabled.

A VPN is useful for anyone who values online privacy, security, or unrestricted internet access, including:

• Travelers who want to access content or services from home while abroad;
• Remote workers who need secure connections to company networks;
• Privacy-conscious users who want to protect their online activity from ISPs, advertisers, or hackers;
• People in countries with oppressive internet censorship.