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When privacy is your product, scrutiny is part of the build: Inside our Bug Bounty Program
Most people see “bug bounty” and think contest. But for us, it’s a feedback channel from independent security researchers. When someone finds a behavior in an ExpressVPN app that looks risky, th...
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Are you experiencing subscription fatigue? Here’s what you need to know
Subscriptions are everywhere now: from streaming services and meal kits to software tools and household essentials. At their best, they deliver convenience, flexibility, and real value. But when peopl...
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What is Web3, and why does it matter?
Many people describe Web3 as the next stage in the history of the internet. Critics of today’s internet point to the dominance of a few small platforms that generate most of the overall traffic. Wha...
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What is the GDPR? Simple guide to EU data protection
If your organization collects, uses, or tracks personal data from people in the EU, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies. It doesn't matter where your company is based: this European ...
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What does a VPN hide? Full breakdown of what’s protected and what’s not
You may already know that a virtual private network (VPN) hides your Internet Protocol (IP) address, but did you know that it hides much more than that, too? Thanks to VPN encryption, your online acti...
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How to set up a home server from scratch
Setting up your own personal server offers several advantages, especially when working from home, playing online games, or accessing your files and content across different devices. The best part is t...
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Explore LineageOS: A powerful alternative to Android
Most people don’t give much thought to the software on their phones. As long as it powers on, connects to Wi-Fi, and opens their favorite apps, that’s good enough. But behind the scenes, a lot mor...
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Hacktivism: What it is and how it works
Hacktivists combine technology and activism, using digital tools to seek political or social change, often by challenging institutions. However, their actions raise difficult questions about legality,...
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What does jailbreaking an iPhone do? Is it worth the risk?
You may have heard about people jailbreaking their iPhones to install unauthorized apps or customize the operating system (OS) in ways Apple doesn’t allow. While it can give you more control over yo...
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Top 12 VPN myths debunked
VPNs are everywhere, but so is the misinformation about them. Some say VPNs make you completely anonymous. Others think they’re illegal, slow, or only for hackers. It’s time to separate fact from ...
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