Proton VPN Alternatives

Proton VPN is described as 'Swiss-based VPN that ensures online privacy with a high-speed network, advanced encryption, and no-logs policy, offering a free version. Supports multiple platforms and unblocks content worldwide' and is a very popular VPN service in the security & privacy category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Proton VPN for a variety of platforms, including Android, Windows, Mac, iPhone and iPad apps. The best Proton VPN alternative is Mullvad VPN. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Tor VPN or Windscribe. Other great apps like Proton VPN are Psiphon, IVPN, Xeovo VPN and RiseupVPN.

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  1. Outline VPN icon
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    Journalists need safe access to information to research issues, communicate with sources, and report the news. Outline lets news organizations easily provide their network safer access to the open internet.

    193 Outline VPN alternatives

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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
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    • AppImageHub
    • Homebrew
    • F-Droid
     
  2. CyberGhost VPN icon
     211 likes

    CyberGhost VPN encrypts your internet traffic and bypasses geo-restrictions. It supports multiple devices with a strict no-logs policy and over 7,000 servers worldwide. Features include an automatic kill switch, streaming optimized servers, ad and malware blocking, and customizable security settings.

    235 CyberGhost VPN alternatives

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    • Google Chrome
    • Android TV
    • Google TV
    • Fire TV
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  3. Enjoy online privacy with Private Internet Access®; the world’s leading secure VPN service for Android.

    209 Private Internet Access alternatives

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    • Google Chrome
    • Tomato
    • Opera
    • pfSense
    • OpenVPN
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • DD-WRT
    • Fire TV
    • Android TV
    • Google TV
    • Apple TV
     
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    Private Internet Access vs Proton VPN Comments
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    It provides almost the same services but Pia is less expensive.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Private Internet Access is Paid and Open SourceProton VPN is Freemium and Open Source
  4. HMA VPN icon
     101 likes

    Access the world's largest VPN network for ultimate privacy with HMA VPN. Enjoy fast, secure connections, unblock restricted content worldwide for just $4.99 monthly. Protect identity and data from hackers with government-level encryption. Compatible with multiple devices.

    196 HMA VPN alternatives

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  5. Calyx VPN icon
     22 likes

    Experience a completely anonymous and secure browsing session with minimal setup using this free VPN. Benefit from open source transparency, free service, no logs, and safe handling of DNS. The service cleverly circumvents censorship and ensures there are no IP or DNS leaks for enhanced privacy.

    75 Calyx VPN alternatives

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  6. TunnelBear icon
     127 likes

    Experience private and secure browsing with this VPN. Easily access global websites, protect data from threats, bypass restrictions, and connect via 5000+ servers in over 48 countries. Offers no-logging policy, unlimited data plans, and advanced encryption.

    199 TunnelBear alternatives

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    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    TunnelBear vs Proton VPN Comments
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    Again, limited bandwidth usage, Proton VPN's bandwidth is unlimited for free while in TunnelBear you only get 2GB a month

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • TunnelBear is Freemium and ProprietaryProton VPN is Freemium and Open Source
  7. Mozilla VPN icon
     19 likes

    Protect your web history, feel safer on public Wi-Fi, and limit ad tracking by increasing the security of your network connection.

    205 Mozilla VPN alternatives

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    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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    Mozilla VPN vs Proton VPN Comments
    Jim Brown
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    Could it use in China mainland?

    • Mozilla VPN is Paid and Open SourceProton VPN is Freemium and Open Source
  8. Hide.me icon
     23 likes

    Delivers strict no-logs privacy with multiple encryption layers, secure VPN protocols, global servers, kill switch, DNS leak protection, ad blocking, fast high-bandwidth connections, and anonymous registration to safeguard user activity and provide uncensored, private access.

    201 Hide.me alternatives

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    • Google Chrome
    • Fire TV
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  9. I2P (Invisible Internet Protocol) is a universal anonymous network layer. All communications over I2P are anonymous and end-to-end encrypted, participants don't reveal their real IP addresses.

    82 i2pd (I2P Daemon) alternatives

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    • Raspberry Pi
    • C++
    • I2P
    • F-Droid
     
  10. ExpressVPN icon
     25 likes

    High-speed VPN service with secure encryption, enabling global streaming and media access. Features unlimited bandwidth, multi-device compatibility, and 24/7 support. Multiple protocols and servers in over 105 countries enhance user security and experience with 99.9% uptime.

    60 ExpressVPN alternatives

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    • Online
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    • Chrome OS
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    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Apple TV
    • Kindle Fire
    • Fire TV
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  11. AirVPN icon
     29 likes

    Embark on a privacy-powered journey with a VPN that encrypts your connection, provides a new IP for ultimate privacy, adheres to EU data standards, and is maintained by activists committed to net neutrality, offering high performance, dynamic port forwarding, and unyielding service support.

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    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
    • Chrome OS
    • DD-WRT
    • Tomato
    • pfSense
     
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