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update: Mention official ProxyStore vouchers for Proton Mail & VPN (#3135)

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Signed-off-by: Jonah Aragon <jonah@privacyguides.org>
Signed-off-by: fria <fria@privacyguides.org>
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>

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---
meta_title: "Private VPN Service Recommendations and Comparison, No Sponsors or Ads - Privacy Guides"
title: "VPN Services"
title: VPN Services
icon: material/vpn
description: The best VPN services for protecting your privacy and security online. Find a provider here that isn't out to spy on you.
cover: vpn.webp
global:
- [randomize-element, "table tbody"]
- [randomize-element, "table tbody"]
---
<small>Protects against the following threat(s):</small>
- [:material-account-cash: Surveillance Capitalism](basics/common-threats.md#surveillance-as-a-business-model){ .pg-brown }
@@ -20,7 +21,7 @@ Using a VPN will **not** keep your browsing habits anonymous, nor will it add ad
If you are looking for **anonymity**, you should use the Tor Browser. If you're looking for added **security**, you should always ensure you're connecting to websites using HTTPS. A VPN is not a replacement for good security practices.
[Download Tor](https://torproject.org){ .md-button .md-button--primary } [Tor Myths & FAQ](advanced/tor-overview.md){ .md-button }
[Introduction to the Tor Browser](tor.md#tor-browser){ .md-button .md-button--primary } [Tor Myths & FAQ](advanced/tor-overview.md){ .md-button }
</div>
@@ -30,11 +31,11 @@ If you are looking for **anonymity**, you should use the Tor Browser. If you're
Our recommended providers use encryption, support WireGuard & OpenVPN, and have a no logging policy. Read our [full list of criteria](#criteria) for more information.
| Provider | Countries | WireGuard | Port Forwarding | IPv6 | Anonymous Payments
|---|---|---|---|---|---
| [Proton](#proton-vpn) | 127+ | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } Partial Support | :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Limited Support | Cash
| [IVPN](#ivpn) | 41+ | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } | :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Outgoing Only | Monero, Cash
| [Mullvad](#mullvad) | 49+ | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | Monero, Cash
| Provider | Countries | WireGuard | Port Forwarding | IPv6 | Anonymous Payments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Proton](#proton-vpn) | 127+ | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } Partial Support | :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Limited Support | Cash Monero via third party |
| [IVPN](#ivpn) | 41+ | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } | :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Outgoing Only | Monero Cash |
| [Mullvad](#mullvad) | 49+ | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } | :material-check:{ .pg-green } | Monero Cash |
### Proton VPN
@@ -46,7 +47,7 @@ Our recommended providers use encryption, support WireGuard & OpenVPN, and have
[:octicons-home-16: Homepage](https://protonvpn.com){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
[:octicons-eye-16:](https://protonvpn.com/privacy-policy){ .card-link title="Privacy Policy" }
[:octicons-info-16:](https://protonvpn.com/support){ .card-link title=Documentation}
[:octicons-info-16:](https://protonvpn.com/support){ .card-link title="Documentation" }
[:octicons-code-16:](https://github.com/ProtonVPN){ .card-link title="Source Code" }
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@@ -75,7 +76,9 @@ We also think it's better for the security of the VPN provider's private keys if
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Independently Audited
As of January 2020, Proton VPN has undergone an independent audit by SEC Consult. SEC Consult found some medium and low risk vulnerabilities in Proton VPN's Windows, Android, and iOS applications, all of which were "properly fixed" by Proton VPN before the reports were published. None of the issues identified would have provided an attacker remote access to your device or traffic. You can view individual reports for each platform at [protonvpn.com](https://protonvpn.com/blog/open-source). In April 2022 Proton VPN underwent [another audit](https://protonvpn.com/blog/no-logs-audit). A [letter of attestation](https://proton.me/blog/security-audit-all-proton-apps) was provided for Proton VPN's apps on 9th November 2021 by [Securitum](https://research.securitum.com).
Independent security researcher Ruben Santamarta conducted audits for Proton VPN's [browser extensions](https://drive.proton.me/urls/RWDD2SHT98#v7ZrwNcafkG8) and [apps](https://drive.proton.me/urls/RVW8TXG484#uTXX5Fc9GADo) in September 2024 and January 2025, respectively. Proton VPN's infrastrcture has undergone [annual audits](https://protonvpn.com/blog/no-logs-audit) by Securitum since 2022.
Previously, Proton VPN underwent an independent audit by SEC Consult in January 2020. SEC Consult found some medium and low risk vulnerabilities in Proton VPN's Windows, Android, and iOS applications, all of which were "properly fixed" by Proton VPN before the reports were published. None of the issues identified would have provided an attacker remote access to your device or traffic. You can view individual reports for each platform in their dedicated [blog post](https://web.archive.org/web/20250307041036/https://protonvpn.com/blog/open-source) on the audit.
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Open-Source Clients
@@ -83,7 +86,7 @@ Proton VPN provides the source code for their desktop and mobile clients in thei
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Accepts Cash
Proton VPN, in addition to accepting credit/debit cards, PayPal, and [Bitcoin](advanced/payments.md#other-coins-bitcoin-ethereum-etc), also accepts **cash/local currency** as an anonymous form of payment.
Proton VPN, in addition to accepting credit/debit cards, PayPal, and [Bitcoin](advanced/payments.md#other-coins-bitcoin-ethereum-etc), also accepts **cash/local currency** as an anonymous form of payment. You can also use [**Monero**](cryptocurrency.md#monero) to purchase vouchers for Proton VPN Plus and Proton Unlimited via their [official](https://discuss.privacyguides.net/t/add-monero-as-an-anonymous-payment-method-for-proton-services/31058/15) reseller [ProxyStore](https://dys2p.com/en/2025-09-09-proton.html).
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } WireGuard Support
@@ -136,7 +139,7 @@ System crashes [may occur](https://protonvpn.com/support/macos-t2-chip-kill-swit
[:octicons-home-16: Homepage](https://ivpn.net){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
[:octicons-eye-16:](https://ivpn.net/privacy){ .card-link title="Privacy Policy" }
[:octicons-info-16:](https://ivpn.net/knowledgebase/general){ .card-link title=Documentation}
[:octicons-info-16:](https://ivpn.net/knowledgebase/general){ .card-link title="Documentation" }
[:octicons-code-16:](https://github.com/ivpn){ .card-link title="Source Code" }
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@@ -173,7 +176,7 @@ As of February 2020 [IVPN applications are now open source](https://ivpn.net/blo
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Accepts Cash and Monero
In addition to accepting credit/debit cards and PayPal, IVPN accepts Bitcoin, **Monero** and **cash/local currency** (on annual plans) as anonymous forms of payment. Prepaid cards with redeem codes are [also available](https://ivpn.net/knowledgebase/billing/voucher-cards-faq).
In addition to accepting credit/debit cards and PayPal, IVPN accepts Bitcoin, **Monero** and **cash/local currency** (on annual plans) as anonymous forms of payment. You can also purchase [prepaid cards](https://ivpn.net/knowledgebase/billing/voucher-cards-faq) with redeem codes.
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } WireGuard Support
@@ -212,7 +215,7 @@ IVPN clients support two-factor authentication. IVPN also provides "[AntiTracker
[:octicons-home-16: Homepage](https://mullvad.net){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
[:simple-torbrowser:](http://o54hon2e2vj6c7m3aqqu6uyece65by3vgoxxhlqlsvkmacw6a7m7kiad.onion){ .card-link title="Onion Service" }
[:octicons-eye-16:](https://mullvad.net/en/help/privacy-policy){ .card-link title="Privacy Policy" }
[:octicons-info-16:](https://mullvad.net/en/help){ .card-link title=Documentation}
[:octicons-info-16:](https://mullvad.net/en/help){ .card-link title="Documentation" }
[:octicons-code-16:](https://github.com/mullvad){ .card-link title="Source Code" }
<details class="downloads" markdown>
@@ -248,7 +251,7 @@ Mullvad provides the source code for their desktop and mobile clients in their [
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Accepts Cash and Monero
Mullvad, in addition to accepting credit/debit cards and PayPal, accepts Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, **Monero** and **cash/local currency** as anonymous forms of payment. Prepaid cards with redeem codes are also available. Mullvad also accepts Swish and bank wire transfers, as well as a few European payment systems.
Mullvad, in addition to accepting credit/debit cards and PayPal, accepts Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, **Monero** and **cash/local currency** as anonymous forms of payment. You can also purchase [prepaid cards](https://mullvad.net/en/help/partnerships-and-resellers) with redeem codes. Mullvad also accepts Swish and bank wire transfers, as well as a few European payment systems.
#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } WireGuard Support