Virtual Private Networks (VPNs): Basics, Services, Comparisons and Features

How to Get a Singapore IP Address With a VPN in 2025

If you’re not in Singapore but want to access Singapore-exclusive websites and streaming sites, you need a Singapore IP address. It’s also useful if you live in Singapore but want to browse privately and evade tracking. A virtual private network (VPN) is your best bet — the best VPNs get you a Singapore IP that...

By Wisdom Sablah — 02 Jun'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

Best VPN for Bybit in 2025: Access Bybit in the USA

Bybit is a favorite among crypto traders, thanks to its low trading fees and high-speed performance. However, finding the best Bybit VPN for the U.S. is not an easy task. In this post, we’ve rounded up, researched and tested the best Bybit U.S VPNs to help you trade on the platform without any issues.

By Wisdom Sablah — 02 Jun'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
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How to Get a Japanese IP Address in 2025: Stream Japanese Content With a VPN

Love watching Japanese channels like TV Tokyo or NHK online from outside Japan, but don’t know how to get a Japanese IP address? We’ve got your back. In this guide, we tell you how to get a Japanese IP address and the best VPNs for it.

By Arjun Ruparelia — 02 Jun'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25

Best FanDuel VPN for 2025: Unblock Sports Betting From Anywhere

FanDuel is a popular sports betting app that isn’t available in many U.S. states. If you’re traveling to one of these states and don’t want to take a break from fantasy sports or online gambling, you’ll need a FanDuel VPN. Which one should you get? We discuss below.

By Arjun Ruparelia — 02 Jun'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
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The Best VPN for Malaysia in 2025: Top 6 Cheap and Free Services

Malaysia is fraught with cyber threats, mild censorship and surveillance. To reclaim internet freedom and access the internet without fear of hacking or other cyber threats, you must use the best VPN for Malaysia. A virtual private network (VPN) assigns you a unique IP address, allowing access to censored content and services in Malaysia. A...

By Samson Kiarie — 30 May'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

VPN Test: Check if Your VPN Is Working in 2025

The best VPNs (virtual private networks) make crucial privacy software easy to use — that is, when they’re working properly. Unfortunately, the background technology may be too complex for you to troubleshoot by yourself. Luckily, you can usually run a VPN test at no cost. This article will show you how to do just that....

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 30 May'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

PIA vs NordVPN: Private Internet Access & NordVPN in 2025

NordVPN and PIA are among the best VPN providers, so they might have come up in your VPN search. Both VPNs have been around for over 10 years, and they each have a reputation for adding new features and improving their services. In this PIA vs NordVPN article, we compare these VPNs in multiple categories...

By Wisdom Sablah — 28 May'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

How to Unblock Social Media and Access News in Russia in 2025

You’ll likely draw a blank if you attempt to access many popular social media and news sites in Russia, including BBC, DW-TV, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Others, like TikTok, are so heavily restricted that they’re unusable. Here at Cloudwards, we believe in internet freedom, and that’s why we’ll show you how to unblock social media...

By Wisdom Sablah — 23 May'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

Best VPN Free Trial: No Credit Card Required 2025

One of the best ways to pick a VPN is to find providers that offer a VPN free trial, no credit card needed. Many of the best VPNs offer free trials, but some require payment details up front, which can lead to unexpected charges if you forget to cancel. Only a few VPN services provide...

By Kate Hawkins — 22 May'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

The Best Free Brazil VPN in 2025: Protect Your Anonymity Online

The Brazilian government’s attitude towards internet freedom makes a strong case for using VPNs. If you’re working with a budget, you can still protect yourself using a free Brazil VPN. We discuss five of the best free options in this guide, to help you decide which is right for you.

By Arjun Ruparelia — 20 May'24 Last Updated: 23 Apr'25
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