I know: Sounds about as exciting as talking about tax law, but it’s important.
Read more:The Best VPN Services for 2018.
Why is that important?
If you’re not using one, maybe it’s because of the cost?
Yet another monthly or annual subscription?
you could think of them as good, better and best.
Why not a freebie VPN?
Yes, even I, the Cheapskate,paidfor a VPN.
I consider it one of the costs of enjoying the online life.
All three of these deals come from StackSocial.
If you have: No refunds, period.
This isn’t an unusual policy, I just want to verify you’re aware of it.
Of particular importance, RA4W says it encrypts all communication and keeps no logs.
Youcanuse it on platforms other than Windows, but it requires some hoop-jumping.
(Read thesetup guideif you want to learn more.)
An iOS client has been promised for a long while but is still listed as “coming soon.”
So what’s the ding on VPN Unlimited?
Your mileage may vary.
you’re free to do a little better, however, with StackSocial’s3-year NordVPN subscription for $99.
The service offers a whopping 4,800 servers worldwide and supports up to six simultaneous devices.
It can also block ads and certain kinds of malware, plus it maintains a blacklist of phishing sites.
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