Hotspot Shield Alternatives

Hotspot Shield is described as 'Secure fast VPN to protect identity and hide location. Bypass geo-blocks to stream content globally. Offers free basic and full-featured paid versions' and is a very popular VPN service in the security & privacy category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Hotspot Shield for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Mac, iPhone and iPad apps. The best Hotspot Shield alternative is Proton VPN, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Hotspot Shield are Mullvad VPN, Tor VPN, Windscribe and 1.1.1.1.

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  1. Planet VPN icon
     43 likes

    Offers free VPN with no registration or personal data required, unlimited traffic, strict no-logs policy, strong military-grade encryption, high-speed servers, multi-platform compatibility, five free locations, browser security extension, and access to blocked websites or services worldwide.

    33 Planet VPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Android TV
     
  2. VPN Unlimited icon
     50 likes

    Encrypts traffic across platforms, offers servers in 70+ regions, unlimited devices, maintains fast speeds, ensures private browsing, integrates with security suites, supports personal server and IP options, and includes router setup for comprehensive privacy.

    201 VPN Unlimited alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  3. The internet as I want it: Safe. Private. Ad-free.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Steganos Online Shield VPN vs Hotspot Shield Comments
    zimmerhans425
    Positive
    9

    cheapest VPN on the market. But unfortunately, only yearly payments allowed.

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Does not log and store user data. Company based in Germany. Privacy policies very transparent. Performance is OK and gets the job done. Could have more server locations though. But compared still the best to pick imho.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Steganos Online Shield VPN is Paid and ProprietaryHotspot Shield is Freemium and Proprietary
  4. NordLayer icon
     Like

    Comprehensive business cybersecurity solution offering secure internet, company network, and resource access, supporting FWaaS, ZTNA, SWG, regulatory compliance, rapid integration, cloud deployment, and centralized management for distributed teams.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  5. PrivadoVPN icon
     6 likes

    Achieve online privacy with zero logs, encrypted data transmission, P2P boosting SOCKS5 proxy, extensive global servers, and robust Swiss legal protection. Mulit-device support.

    134 PrivadoVPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
     
  6. VPN.ac icon
     6 likes

    Features strong encryption using Elliptic Curve Cryptography and AES-GCM, with obfuscation and no activity logs, SecureProxy add-on, six connections, secure DNS, servers in 26+ countries, multi-protocol support, router compatibility, and IPv6/DNS leak protection.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
    • pfSense
    • DD-WRT
     
  7. NinjaVPN icon
     3 likes

    Completely free VPN app, which will ensure the security (confidentiality) of your personal data on the Internet.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
     
  8. Freegate icon
     80 likes

    Freegate is an anti-censorship software for secure and fast Internet access. It was developed and maintained by Dynamic Internet Technology Inc. (DIT), a pioneer in censorship-circumvention operation.

    173 Freegate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Wine
     
  9. You shouldn’t have to worry about employers, advertisers, governments, or your own ISP snooping on what you do online. So don’t. Just flick a switch, and your online activities are hidden away.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  10. SnowHaze icon
     6 likes

    SnowHaze offers a browser with your privacy and security in mind. It blocks invasive ads and trackers, protects you from browser fingerprinting, is lightning fast, and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  11. iTop VPN icon
     5 likes

    Fast, secure VPN with 1800+ servers for unrestricted streaming and torrenting access. Offers strong encryption, no-log policy, ad-blocking, and split tunneling for enhanced privacy.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  12. Hide My IP icon
     9 likes

    Hide My IP for Windows and Mac uses secure proxy connections to provide the best possible protection and security online.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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