Product Review: How to Spot a Shady VPN App: 9 Red Flags to Look Out For

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Details: Written by CNET Reviews; Category: Reviews; Published: 29 January 2026; Created: 29 January 2026; Last Updated: 29 January 2026

Around a third of all internet users worldwide use a virtual private network, or VPN, according to a study by VPN company Surfshark. And why wouldn’t they? A VPN can boost your digital privacy by hiding your public IP address, assist you in fighting deteriorating global online freedom and help you save money on streaming…
Product Review: How to Spot a Shady VPN App: 9 Red Flags to Look Out For

Product Review: How to Spot a Shady VPN App: 9 Red Flags to Look Out For

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