Product Review: Why I Don't Blindly Trust Google's 'Verified' Badge When Shopping for VPNs

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Details: Written by CNET Reviews; Category: Reviews; Published: 17 February 2026; Created: 17 February 2026; Last Updated: 17 February 2026

A small checkmark can do a lot of heavy lifting. When Google tags a VPN as "verified," it reads like a quiet assurance that someone has taken a serious look and signed off. In a market packed packed with bold claims and fine print, that badge becomes an easy shortcut for people who just want…
Product Review: Why I Don't Blindly Trust Google's 'Verified' Badge When Shopping for VPNs

Product Review: Why I Don't Blindly Trust Google's 'Verified' Badge When Shopping for VPNs

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