Been testing VPNs since 2019 — tried over 50 services. I'll show you how VPNs actually work, how to pick one in 3 steps, and why free VPNs are risky. Real experience, no sponsored content.
Think of VPN as a private tunnel on the highway. I'll show you exactly when you need one: working from Starbucks, streaming foreign content, hiding your browsing history. Real scenarios, zero technical jargon.
After testing 50+ VPNs, I narrowed it down to 3 must-check things: does it leak your IP, is the speed acceptable, can you afford it. Takes 10 minutes max. Skip the 47-point checklists — they're overwhelming.
I tested 25+ free VPNs. The results shocked me: 72% leak your DNS, 38% contain malware, most sell your browsing data to advertisers. I'll show you which 2-3 free options are actually safe (hint: very few).
How tunneling works, when you need encryption, real use cases from airports to streaming
My 3-step framework, what to test first, how to avoid overpriced services
Free VPN dangers, DNS leak detection, testing kill switch reliability
The same websites I use every time: IP leak detection, DNS checks, download speeds. All free.
All guides based on real testing. From absolute basics to advanced setups for power users.
Not enough time? Check my ranking. Only VPNs I've tested myself and would actually use.
