Proton VPN

Recommended

Privacy-focused VPN from the makers of Proton Mail, with a real free tier.

4.4 / 5

How we rated it

4.4out of 5

Features4.2

Ease of use4.3

Value for money4.4

Support3.8

Compliance4.6

Review

“The most privacy-credible VPN, backed by Switzerland's strict data laws.”

Proton VPN is one of the few VPNs offering a genuinely unlimited-data free tier, not just a time-limited trial.

Swiss jurisdiction and an open-source, audited codebase make it a favorite among privacy-focused reviewers and journalists.

Free

Unlimited data, 1 device

Plus

$4.99/mo

10 devices, higher speeds

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Independent

No paid placements, ever.

Hands-on tested

Real use, not vendor demos.

Reviewed

February 2026

Verdict refreshed

We revisit as tools evolve.