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One in four free mobile VPN apps fail privacy checks

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are trusted by millions to protect privacy, secure communications, and enable remote access on their mobile device. But what if the apps designed to safeguard your data are not secure?

Analysis by Zimperium zLabs of 800 free VPN apps for both Android and iOS reveals that the threat is real and widespread.

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NordVPN finally gets a proper GUI on Linux

For years, NordVPN made Linux users live in the terminal. Sure, the command-line interface technically worked, but let’s not pretend it was ideal for everyone. Meanwhile, competitors like Surfshark and ExpressVPN had already given their Linux users full graphical interfaces. Now, NordVPN has finally caught up by launching its very own GUI for Linux.

So, what exactly does this mean? Well, instead of typing in commands, users can now click their way through connection options, settings, and even theme preferences like light or dark mode. This will arguably make using the service on Linux much easier.

By Brian Fagioli -
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Google is making it easier to find a safe and reliable VPN

Take a browse through an app store and you will find that there is no shortage of VPN tools to choose from. But which can you trust?

One of the reasons for using a VPN in the first place is to help keep data safe -- but some tools leak information in ways that run completely counter to this. So how do you know which one you should be using? Google has come up with a new way to help guide users towards the safest options,

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NordVPN comes to Apple TV

NordVPN has officially launched a dedicated application for Apple TV's tvOS 17. The new NordVPN app, designed specifically for the latest version of tvOS, aims to enhance the streaming experience while bolstering online privacy.

Previously, Apple TV users looking to secure their device with NordVPN had to install the VPN service on their Wi-Fi router. This extra step is now obsolete with the direct availability of the NordVPN app on Apple TV. Users can enjoy enhanced privacy and security with just a click, directly from their TV interface.

By Brian Fagioli -
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Surfshark VPN comes to the Microsoft Store

Ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your keyboards, because Surfshark is making waves in the world of online security. The highly acclaimed VPN app has officially landed on the Microsoft Store for Windows, and the internet community is buzzing with excitement.

Why did the folks at Surfshark decide to make this move? Well, it's all about accessibility, my friends. Surfshark is on a mission to make their product available to everyone, and what better way to achieve that than by offering their app on the Microsoft Store? Windows users can now easily experience the full power and potential of Surfshark's VPN services right at their fingertips.

By Brian Fagioli -
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