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

I2P vs Tor: Online Anonymity Explained & Compared for 2025

If you’re looking for a way to obscure your network traffic, chances are you’ve heard of Tor and possibly I2P. Although they’re both decentralized peer-to-peer networks, there are significant differences between I2P vs Tor.

By Aleksander Hougen — 04 Feb'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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How to Get a NordVPN Refund in 2025: Cancel Your NordVPN Subscription

NordVPN is an excellent choice for anyone looking for an affordable VPN with native apps for almost all platforms and other key features such as solid speeds and a large server network. If you aren’t a fan, the refund policy lets you get a NordVPN refund within the first 30 days.

By Andrej Hadji-Vasilev — 02 Feb'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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How to Cancel NordVPN in 2025: Simple Step-By-Step Guide

With a solid feature set and great performance, in most cases, NordVPN is a great way to add security to your internet connection. However, the VPN struggles with latency on farther away servers, and if you’re impacted by this issue, you’re probably looking into how to cancel NordVPN.

By Andrej Hadji-Vasilev — 02 Feb'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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How To Get a Kenyan IP Address With a VPN in 2025

It’s hard to access Kenyan websites when you’re not in the country, as a lot of online content is geo-restricted. If you don’t have a Kenya IP address, you’ll be blocked from viewing it. However, you can make online services think you’re in Kenya with one of the best VPNs, which replaces your true IP...

By Kate Hawkins — 29 Jan'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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2025 VPN Speed Comparison: 7 VPNs Tested for Upload, Download and Latency

Every VPN will claim to be the fastest VPN. Cloudwards was determined to find the truth. Keep reading this VPN speed comparison to see accurate, daily data for the fastest VPNs, including download speeds, upload speeds and latency for the U.S. and abroad.

By Jackie Leavitt — 17 Jan'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25

How to Get a NordVPN Free Trial in 2025: Get a NordVPN Account Free

NordVPN is one of our favorite VPNs, especially if you’re on a budget. However, it’s always nice to test the VPN service for free to make sure it’s the right fit. That’s why there’s a NordVPN free trial available for mobile devices — or the 30-day money-back guarantee for all devices — so you can try it out risk-free.

By Andrej Hadji-Vasilev — 15 Jan'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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How to Get an ExpressVPN Refund in 2025: Cancel Your ExpressVPN Subscription & Get Your Money Back

ExpressVPN’s excellent performance commands an expensive cost of entry. If you’ve tried it, and the performance isn’t enough to keep you subscribed, you can get an ExpressVPN refund by reaching out to support.

By Andrej Hadji-Vasilev — 13 Jan'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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Best Turkey VPN for 2025: 5 VPN Providers to Bypass Censorship

A VPN is essential to protect your online privacy and access restricted websites in Turkey. Read on to learn about five best Turkey VPN options that can help you browse the internet and bypass geoblocks.

By Wisdom Sablah — 01 Jan'23 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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How to Use Wireshark to Capture VPN Traffic in 2025

Wireshark’s complex interface can be intimidating for beginners, and using it requires a basic understanding of some complex concepts. This guide aims to show you a simplified way of how to use Wireshark to test your VPN for leaks in its encryption in a few easy-to-follow steps.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 31 Dec'22 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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How Does Speedify Work and Does the VPN Protect You in 2025?

Speedify makes bold claims about its speed, and it does appear to be one of the fastest VPNs out there. However, its security is egregiously bad, letting users disable crucial features and failing our internal encryption testing. How does Speedify work, and is it safe to use? Our guide has all the answers.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 31 Dec'22 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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