Travel companies charge British holidaymakers hundreds of pounds more than overseas customers, research commissioned by NordVPN has shown. Flights, car hire, accommodation, ferries, and even theme parks cost less if you book them from outside of the UK. Let’s dig deeper into this study – and look at how you can book a cheaper holiday […]
How to Watch YouTube Without Ads — 6 Easy Ways in 2022
YouTube ads can be pretty annoying and ruin a streaming experience with advertisers promoting their products. The number of YouTube ads has increased, and they’re available in 7 different formats (like non-skippable in-video ads, bumper ads, and banners). Showing ads is YouTube’s primary way of making revenue out of free users, so it most likely…
How and why we should use vanish mode
It’s always better to leave as few traces as possible when you’re online, as they are an additional threat to your privacy. Here’s why a feature like vanish mode (or disappearing messages) is a useful privacy tool. Contents What is vanish mode? How does vanish mode work? Why do we use it? How to turn […]
GoodWill ransomware: is it a force for good?
New forms of ransomware appear regularly, but most follow the same formula: prevent a user from accessing some important files and then demand a large sum of money as a ransom. But GoodWill ransomware is different. The hackers behind this attack aren’t asking for money but rather for their victims to perform acts of kindness […]
What is REvil ransomware?
Ransomware on its own is a powerful tool for hackers to extort money out of their victims. When there’s an organized team of hackers behind it, however, they can take it to the next level. That’s what the REvil ransomware was. Read on for more of the story. Who or what is REvil? “REvil” is […]
Does a VPN Drain Phone Battery — Battery-Saving Tips (2022)
Phone security and battery life are top concerns for many smartphone users. All VPNs use your phone’s battery (like any other app), but some drain your battery faster. Therefore, the ideal situation is if you can find a VPN to protect your phone at all times without needing to charge it throughout the day. After…
How to delete a WhatsApp account
WhatsApp has been in the news a lot over the last few years and rarely for good reasons. Whether it’s in relation to privacy issues and invasive data gathering or the many scandals of its parent company Meta, good reasons to distrust the popular messaging app abound. If you’ve had enough and decided to delete […]
Domain fronting simplified
Domain fronting is a useful tool for evading online censorship and accessing the internet freely, but it can also be used by hackers and scammers. Find out more about what domain fronting is and how it works. What is domain fronting? Domain fronting hides your traffic to a specific website by cloaking it as a […]
Best VPNs for Sports Betting and Gambling Sites in 2022
Accessing gambling sites without a VPN can expose you to cyber threats. Not only can snoops track your activity, but some sports betting and gambling sites may be geoblocked in your location. Finding the right VPN can be challenging, as many aren’t safe and have restrictions (like speed and server locations). I tested over 40…
Google alternatives: How to de-Google your life
How many Google services do you use? From sending work emails and storing family pictures, to searching for something online and listening to the music – all done with Google’s help. With more than 100 web-based and mobile products, Google found a perfect way to track your every single step. But you think that just […]