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Is it Safe to use a Free VPN?

By Mandee Rose May 30, 2020 No Comments

It’s never safe to use a free VPN, with very few exceptions.

This is because most free VPNs are either fake or don’t work properly. Some will even install malware onto your devices!

However, if you need a short-term solution, many of the bestVPNs offer free trials. Some also have freemium options with restrictions.

Take a look at our guide which shows the best free VPNs that are available today.

Mandee Rose

Mandee Rose is the editor and lead writer & researcher at TheVPNShop. A technical writer and blogger with 6+ years of experience in the cybersecurity sector. During her college years, she chased the dual-major of Cyber Security and Journalism while simultaneously offering freelance services online. As a result, Mandee was able to combine both of her passions by writing for companies like LatestHackingNews, BestVPN, Tactical Engine, Hoxhunt, AI Jobs (Medium Blog), and more. Today, she continues sharing her technical knowledge via investigative writing on topics like VPNs, programming, data breaches, artificial intelligence, and other infosec concepts.