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Visual guide showing how a VPN encrypts internet traffic between a user device and a secure server, protecting data from hackers and ISP surveillance

by Sanksshep Mahendra Updated May 21, 2026 at 8:51 am

What is a VPN? Why do I need it?

Why it matters: Over 1.75 billion people use VPNs. Find out exactly how they protect your data, which protocols to choose, and what separates trustworthy providers from risky ones.