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vpn: encourage encrypted DNS & linkify https

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Resolves: #1314
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Mikaela Suomalainen 2019-09-23 21:22:43 +03:00
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@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ description: "Find a no-logging VPN operator who isn't out to sell or read your
<div class="card-body">
<p class="card-text text-danger">Using a VPN will <strong>not</strong> keep your browsing habits anonymous, nor will it add additional security to non-secure (HTTP) traffic.</p>
<p class="card-text text-danger">If you are looking for <strong>anonymity</strong>, you should use the Tor Browser <strong>instead</strong> of a VPN.</p>
<p class="card-text text-danger">If you're looking for added <strong>security</strong>, you should always ensure you're connecting to websites using HTTPS. A VPN is not a replacement for good security practices.</p>
<p class="card-text text-danger">If you're looking for added <strong>security</strong>, you should always ensure you're connecting to websites using <a href="/providers/dns/#icanndns">encrypted DNS</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HTTPS">HTTPS</a>. A VPN is not a replacement for good security practices.</p>
<p class="card-text text-secondary">If you're looking for additional <strong>privacy</strong> from your ISP, on a public Wi-Fi network, or while torrenting files, a VPN may be the solution for you as long as you understand <a href="#info">the risks involved</a>.</p>
<a href="https://www.torproject.org/" class="btn btn-danger">Download Tor</a>
<a href="https://write.privacytools.io/my-thoughts-on-security/slicing-onions-part-1-myth-busting-tor" class="btn btn-outline-danger">Tor Myths &amp; FAQ</a>