For home use, I would first look at a malware blocking, tracker blocking, ad blocking product. For that, I like AdGuard for Mac. Along with macOS's inbuilt security, that covers most privacy, tracking and malware issues. A consumer VPN is then a secondary option which may add something to your privacy - but remember that macOS also has options to hide your IP address from web sites.Home
I am sure that Malwarebytes VPN is a good product. You would have to try it out for speed and ease of use. I use PIA which is cheaper (for more than one device) and has features (e.g. split-tunnel) not on Malwarebytes VPN.I have Malwarebytes on my Macs and they offer VPN cover.
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$69 USD per year according to https://windscribe.com/upgradeWindscribe Pro for $29/year https://windscribe.com/upgrade
It's still available if you click on the blog link or use the promo code WNDPNDNC$69 USD per year according to https://windscribe.com/upgrade
Do you recommend using a VPN on Mac?
I also use PIA. I transfer files all over the country so I need the extra layer. It has cut down on the majority of ads and pop ups on sites. The sites may be slower but I'll take over being bombarded every day. Most of my business is through email so I use SpamSieve with apple mail. Between the two I am not harassed non stop.For home use, I would first look at a malware blocking, tracker blocking, ad blocking product. For that, I like AdGuard for Mac. Along with macOS's inbuilt security, that covers most privacy, tracking and malware issues. A consumer VPN is then a secondary option which may add something to your privacy - but remember that macOS also has options to hide your IP address from web sites.
I am sure that Malwarebytes VPN is a good product. You would have to try it out for speed and ease of use. I use PIA which is cheaper (for more than one device) and has features (e.g. split-tunnel) not on Malwarebytes VPN.
Some updates from my favorite VPN – Windscribe
“Complete source code of the official Windscribe iOS application” https://github.com/Windscribe/iOS-App
PCMag Review https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/windscribe-vpn
Audit conducted by Packetlabs https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EgNETLVm2oZdGJXZJmFSCDc7Ib72LIOw/view
Windscribe Pro for $29/year https://windscribe.com/upgrade
I also use PIA. I transfer files all over the country so I need the extra layer. It has cut down on the majority of ads and pop ups on sites. The sites may be slower but I'll take over being bombarded every day. Most of my business is through email so I use SpamSieve with apple mail. Between the two I am not harassed non stop.
If you just want to cut out ads you have better option than VPN. You can install piHole or subscribe to adblocking DNS service like NextDNS and ControlD (owned by Windscribe VPN guys).
The very good speeds and configuration files (OpenVPN, WireGuard) that I can personalize.May I ask what you like about it exactly? I had proton but switched to Mullvad. I try to support as much competition as I can. I wonder if the grass is greener on Windscribe side.
The very good speeds and configuration files (OpenVPN, WireGuard) that I can personalize.
If you register with an e-mail address, the free account offers 10GB VPN traffic per month
https://windscribe.com/knowledge-base/articles/can-i-use-windscribe-for-free/
but has a limited number of servers and doesn’t provide configuration files, just access through their apps.
Alot of bad information in here.
Windscribe is a terrible VPN with tens of thousands of freeloaders and tons of ip reputation issues and a horrific history. I highly recommend you investigate the CEOs history and the companies behavior before supporting them; they are hardly trustworthy; way overpriced @ 39/yr and completely unprofessional.
People here have 3 options having tested well over 30+ VPNs since 2020, here are my recommendations.
1) $$$ - ProtonVPN if you have the money is always recommended; wait for black friday. Great speeds (760mbps+)
2) $ - AdguardVPN (4 years) for $35 is way better value over windscribe, it also gives you adguard DNS (superior to nextdns) for free to tie into your home network; use stacked social for the deal. (Speeds 700mbps+)
3) 0$ - Cloudflare Warp 1.1.1.1 appears to function as a VPN without a killswitch for users who dont need to change location its also free, but test and be careful when torrenting.
Besides these, look at nothing else - low price, high price or no price; all other options such as NORDVPN, only get if you get a full 100% cashback offer, otherwise pass.
does proton work well with safari and devices?Hi proton is a good vpn with decent speeds.![]()
does proton work well with safari and devices?
thanks!you can test proton is has free tier.
Mullvad can be purashed for 1 month for $5.
both are good and work well with Apple. Proton has more servers world wide.
Note. The price differs depending on what currency you select. GBP only gives you 56% off the 2 year plan with £3.59/month. I am in the UK but paid with USD and that gives you the 70% off. Add on a £1.62 non-Sterling transaction fee and it comes to £2.32/month. 👍