Proton VPN
Proton VPN is a VPN service from Proton, founded in 2014 and based in Geneva, Switzerland. It encrypts traffic with AES-256 or ChaCha20 using WireGuard or OpenVPN, and describes its service as no-logs, open-source, and independently audited. Its free plan has unlimited data, no artificial speed limits, and no ads, but allows one device at a time and connects to randomly selected servers in 10 countries. Apps are listed for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, as well as browsers, Chromebook, Android TV, Apple TV, and Fire TV. The service also lists a kill switch, streaming and torrent support, and NetShield DNS filtering to block ads, trackers, phishing scams, malicious websites, and malware. VPN Plus and Proton Unlimited are listed at 0.00 USD per month, billed at $0.00 for the first month and renewing at $0.00 each month. Both support 10 devices. Payments can be refunded in full within 30 days, and subscriptions can be canceled at any time.
Who it is for
It suits people seeking a VPN with a free option, broad device support, and streaming or torrent support. The free plan is limited to one connected device and randomly selected servers in 10 countries.
What is good
- Free plan has unlimited data and no ads
- Supports WireGuard and OpenVPN protocols
- Lists streaming and torrent support
- Kill switch is included
- 30-day full refund policy
What to know first
- Free plan supports one device at a time
- Free servers are randomly selected in 10 countries
Verdict
Proton VPN offers a free plan with no data limits, alongside paid plans listed at 0.00 USD per month. Consider the free plan's single-device limit and randomly selected server locations when deciding whether it fits.
Proton VPN plans and pricing
All plansCompared on VPN services
- Free plan
- Yes
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