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What Is a VPN Kill Switch and How to Test Yours
Most users enable a kill switch but never check it actually fires. Here's a practical, no-tools-needed method to verify yours works before it matters.
18 Apr 2026
How to Set Up a VPN on a Chromebook: Step by Step
Chromebooks rarely appear in VPN setup guides, but getting one working on Chrome OS is straightforward once you know your options. Here's exactly how to do it.
17 Apr 2026
How to Set Up a VPN on Your Smart TV in 2026
Most smart TVs don't support VPN apps natively. This guide covers every practical method—router setup, connection sharing, and more—so you can actually get it working.
16 Apr 2026
How to set up a VPN on macOS: a step-by-step guide
macOS has its own quirks when it comes to VPNs. This step-by-step guide covers everything from installation to permissions, kill switches, and iCloud Private Relay.
11 Apr 2026
How to set up a VPN on Windows 11: a full guide
Two ways to set up a VPN on Windows 11—the built-in client and a dedicated app—explained clearly so you can choose the right approach for your needs.
11 Apr 2026
How to Use a VPN on Public Wi-Fi Safely in 2026
Public Wi-Fi is genuinely risky—but the threat is more specific than most people realise. Here's what attackers can actually do, and which VPN settings protect you.
10 Apr 2026
How to Set Up a VPN on an iPhone or Android Phone
A practical step-by-step guide to setting up a VPN on iOS and Android, covering both the app method and manual configuration for reliable mobile protection.
10 Apr 2026
How to Watch BBC iPlayer, ITV, and Channel 4 Abroad in 2026
Travelling abroad and want to keep watching UK TV? Here's a step-by-step guide to streaming BBC iPlayer, ITVX, and Channel 4 from anywhere in the world.
02 Apr 2026
Does a VPN Slow Down Your Internet? We Tested It So You Don't Have To
The number one concern people have about VPNs is speed. We ran hundreds of speed tests to give you a definitive answer.
02 Apr 2026
What Is VLESS + Reality? The VPN Protocol That Works in China, Iran & Russia
Standard VPN protocols get blocked in China, Iran, and Russia. VLESS + Reality is the next generation of censorship-resistant technology — and it's the only protocol confirmed to work where others fail.
23 Mar 2026
Torrent Clients That Support Binding to the VPN Interface
Not all torrent clients are equal when it comes to VPN protection. Learn which clients support interface binding — the safest way to ensure your real IP is never exposed while torrenting.
16 Mar 2026