What is VPN?
Virtual Private Network
It is a tool that hides your identity and provides a secure connection by encrypting your data on the internet.
Overview
It passes your data through a tunnel as you connect to the internet. Thanks to this tunnel, outsiders cannot see what you are doing or where you are connecting from. Even your internet service provider can't read your traffic.
How it works
Download a VPN app, select the server you want to connect to and activate the connection; All your traffic will now be encrypted.
Where it is used
It is used in public WiFi networks, for work that requires confidentiality or to overcome access barriers.
Commonly confused with
It may be confused with a proxy, but a VPN encrypts all device traffic, whereas a proxy usually only routes certain applications.
Frequently asked questions
Will VPN slow down my speed?
Since the data is encrypted, there may sometimes be a slight loss of speed.
Are free VPNs safe?
Generally no, they can generate revenue from your data.
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