VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. When you use a VPN, all of your internet usage will be encrypted and hidden from hackers and even your ISP. Consequently, they are invaluable as a way of keeping your data private and safe. A common scenario for using a VPN is working remotely and using a public or unfamiliar Wi-Fi connection. However, VPN’s aren’t limited to PCs and laptops. You can also install them on your phone, thus protecting your mobile data wherever you are. Here are 5 questions to consider before venturing out into the wild without a mobile VPN.
These days iPhone or Android Smartphones are constantly connected to the internet, updating emails, syncing social media, and exchanging data. Moreover, when connected to an unsecured public Wi-Fi, your information is completely vulnerable. So, what if somebody intercepts that traffic and gets a hold of your Facebook password, credit card numbers, browsing history and confidential emails and messages? Installing a mobile VPN can hide you from these threats.
More companies are reporting an increase in mobile phone ransomware attacks. They operate in the same way they do on PC networks. This means your mobile will be locked, and a ransom, typically in Bitcoin, will be demanded. So, the best way to prevent this is to not be visible on the internet. Using a mobile VPN creates a ‘tunnel’ that gives you anonymity from hackers.
When you’re out and about, it’s often easier to respond to urgent business emails from your mobile. But what if you need to attach a file? Well, if you access your work server via your mobile, and you don’t have a VPN, then you might be asking for trouble.
Most streaming services, and some broadcasters, prevent access to their services from a different country. However, it’s possible to circumvent these geo-restrictions but routing your internet traffic through a VPN server located in the same country.
Some VPN services, such as Speedify, offer the ability to combine several internet connections simultaneously. Consequently, you can expect faster streaming, better video calls and quicker downloading when you need it.
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