{"id":1088,"date":"2019-03-07T13:15:12","date_gmt":"2019-03-07T21:15:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterdefend.com\/?p=1088"},"modified":"2019-03-05T08:46:40","modified_gmt":"2019-03-05T16:46:40","slug":"vpn-test-and-checks-the-ultimate-how-to-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterdefend.com\/vpn-test-and-checks-the-ultimate-how-to-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"VPN Test and Checks: The Ultimate How-To Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re going to let you in on a little secret. While a virtual private network (VPN) is no doubt a nifty solution for helping protect your privacy with a private network as you surf online, they are not completely infallible. <\/span><\/p>\n

And if you know anything about Android VPNs, in particular, then you also know that approximately <\/span>84% of VPNs<\/span><\/a> have been found to have leaked the users IP address. <\/span><\/p>\n

If that\u2019s not disturbing enough, there are plenty more paid VPNs that are vulnerable to traffic leaks on almost every network. So, are VPNs bad?<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is a VPN?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Now that we\u2019ve given you a proper fright, let\u2019s look at some of the tests and checks you can do to ensure that your VPN provider is fully secured and offers a fully private network. By the time you\u2019re done reading this guide, you\u2019ll have enough information to help you stay out of trouble when surfing the Internet.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Internet is an inherently dangerous place to be. If it\u2019s not a bunch of scam artists hacking your accounts and stealing every bit of information you could think of, then it\u2019s someone trying to phish information out of you. As such, you need a VPN, especially if you want to keep things private or you are using public Wi-Fi.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, what exactly is a VPN? If you\u2019re new to Internet protection, all the mumbo-jumbo definitions can be a little overwhelming, not to mention confusing. So, we\u2019ll spare you the complicated jargon and give you a simplified definition. <\/span><\/p>\n

A virtual private network is more like a Halloween costume \u2013 a mask that you could use to hide your true identity. Only unlike with a Halloween costume, a VPN client isn\u2019t hiding your identity for the fun of it, but to protect your identity and your online wanderings.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Is a VPN Used?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A VPN is a nifty solution for a private network when you\u2019re surfing the Internet. For practical purposes, we\u2019ve broken down some of the most common reasons why you\u2019d need to use a VPN connection.<\/span><\/p>\n