Is it safe to use a VPN?

If you’re a first time VPN user, or just curious about trying one for yourself, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information out there – not to mention the technical jargon. Preventing cyberattacks, concealing your IP address, and unblocking restricted content sounds great in theory, but…

How to use a VPN for Torrenting – Setting up on your Desktop (Mac, Windows, and Linux)

[[post-object type=”best-buy-table” condensed=”right” title=”These VPNs will keep you safe when Torrenting”/]] As we’re sure you’re aware, setting up a VPN for torrenting will ensure you stay safe. A VPN server hides your real IP address so that peers can’t see your actual location, and it encrypts your internet traffic, which stops your…

How to Torrent safely on Android

[[post-object type=”best-buy-table” condensed=”right” title=”Using a VPN is the best way stay safe when torrenting, try these:”/]] Similar to the desktop experience, torrenting on Android has a wide ecosystem with several clients to choose from. This, combined with privacy issues and questionable legalities surrounding certain content, mean it is vital to…

How to Torrent with a VPN on Chromebook & Chrome OS

[[post-object type=”best-buy-table” condensed=”right” title=”Torrent safely on your Chomebook using a VPN”/]] Unlike we have seen suggested elsewhere on the web, it is not necessary to use a cloud torrent service to download torrents on a Chromebook. In fact, thanks to Chrome OS increasing its support for Android and Linux apps,…

Is torrenting illegal?

BitTorrent is a peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing protocol that makes sharing content with other users easy and efficient. But when that content is subject to copyright, things become problematic. In this guide we look at the legalities around torrenting around the world and the possible consequences if you get caught. [[post-object…

VPN not working on iPhone? Fix it with our troubleshooting tips

[[post-object type=”best-buy-table” condensed=”right” title=”Recommended VPNs to use on iPhone”/]] If you have subscribed to a VPN but are having trouble making it work on an iPhone or iPad, this troubleshooting guide is designed to help. There are a few reasons why a VPN may not be working on an iPhone,…

Do I need a VPN on my iPhone?

[[post-object type=”best-buy-table” condensed=”right” title=”These are the best iPhone VPNs”/]] If you’re questioning whether you need a virtual private network (VPN) on your iPhone then there’s a good chance that you already value your privacy. Your data is the hottest commodity in the world and while privacy is beginning to get…

How to troubleshoot your Windows VPN

Are you new to VPNs? Why not head over Hannah’s Gamergirl blog to find user friendly guides and reviews for gamers.   [[post-object type=”best-buy-table” condensed=”right” title=”We recommend using these VPNs on Windows” /]] If you have paid for a VPN service that isn’t working, it can be pretty…