VPN What Is It For?

 People have asked me about VPN. What is it for?

A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is used to enhance online privacy, security, and access. Here’s what it does:

1. Privacy & Anonymity – A VPN hides your IP address and encrypts your internet traffic, making it harder for websites, advertisers, and hackers to track you.

2. Security on Public Wi-Fi – When using public Wi-Fi (e.g., in cafes or airports), a VPN protects your data from hackers who might try to intercept it.

3. Bypassing Geo-Restrictions – A VPN allows you to access region-locked content by making it appear as if you're browsing from a different country. This is useful for streaming services, websites, or apps restricted in certain locations.

4. Avoiding Censorship – In countries with strict internet censorship, a VPN helps users access blocked websites and services.

5. Secure Remote Access – Businesses use VPNs to allow employees to securely access company networks from anywhere.

WARNING: VPN can interfere with some websites and other apps. In those cases you will need turn it off. You will forget it is running and then you won't be able to login to a website or something else won't work. That is the moment when you will have to remember this warning. Shut off your VPN app and try again.

I'm currently using Proton VPN. You can use it for free but it may slow down your connection a bit. I have the lowest cost paid version VPN Plus.

I have it on my computer, my phone, and my TV. The $2.99 a month is for a purchase of a year. it renews at $6.66 per month again for a prepaid year. They have a whole set of security apps. I just use the VPN.

Links to some of the most popular VPN providers.

Protonvpn

Surfshark

Nordvpn