Nederkoorn connected to VyprVPN and got a 3Mbps stream, which is what Netflix recommends for standard definition video. This is “about 10x the speed I was getting connecting directly via Verizon,” he wrote.
July 17, 2014Nederkoorn began using a virtual private network, or VPN, which could essentially act as a virtual ISP that would route the traffic he requested from Netflix through a different set of connections than the ones being used when he went through Verizon.
July 17, 2014Colin Nederkoorn, a frustrated Verizon customer, published a great article and video illustrating how VyprVPN allowed him to get 10x faster speeds on Netflix. Thousands of users have responded and many are wondering how a VPN actually increases speeds.
July 17, 2014We are fighting for an “Open Access” Internet that promotes innovation and competition, while respecting user privacy. An excerpt of the executive summary and link to the “Comments of the i2Coaltion” filing is below.
July 16, 2014The final myth from our article, I am Anonymous When I Use a VPN – 7 Myths Debunked, is “Any VPN Logging is Bad.” This is perhaps one of the largest myths surrounding VPNs. In fact, all VPN providers need some form of logs to deliver aspects of their service. Logs allow for faster VPN speeds, better customer support and much more. Read our final myth, learn the reality and let us know what you think in the comments section!
July 16, 2014Today’s featured myth is, “Even if my VPN Provider doesn’t own and operate the network I can still be anonymous.” Myth #5 revealed VPN providers that don’t own their servers can’t guarantee your privacy. However, providers who don’t own their network can’t guarantee your privacy either. Learn the reality behind Myth #6 and stay tuned for our final myth, #7, from our latest article, I am Anonymous When I Use a VPN – 7 Myths Debunked.
July 15, 2014Today’s featured myth is, “Even if my VPN Provider uses Hosted or Cloud based VPN servers I can still be anonymous.” Many VPN providers say they “don’t log” but don’t own their servers. This needlessly exposes your data to 3rd parties. Learn the reality behind Myth #5 and stay tuned for myths 6 and 7 from our latest article, I am Anonymous When I Use a VPN – 7 Myths Debunked.
July 14, 2014Today’s featured myth is, “When my VPN Provider’s privacy policy says they “don’t log”, that means I am anonymous.” Many VPN providers say they “don’t log” to mislead users into thinking they will be anonymous when using a VPN. Learn the reality behind Myth #4 and stay tuned for myths 5-7 from our latest article, I am Anonymous When I Use a VPN – 7 Myths Debunked.
July 13, 2014Earlier this month, the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) released its long-awaited report on the National Security Agency’s surveillance of Internet and telephone communications under Section 702 of the FISA Amendments Act of 2008.
July 13, 2014Today’s featured myth is, “When my VPN Provider advertises an “anonymous” service, that means they don’t log any identifying information about me.” Many VPN providers use the word “anonymous” in their advertising to mislead users. Learn the reality behind Myth #3 and stay tuned for myths 4-7 from our latest article, I am Anonymous When I Use a VPN – 7 Myths Debunked.
July 10, 2014Today’s featured myth is “Anonymity and Privacy are the same.” This is a common misconception and one we see often. In reality, there are crucial differences between privacy and anonymity that have important implications for VPN users. Learn the reality behind Myth #2 and stay tuned for myths 3-7 from our latest article, I am Anonymous When I Use a VPN – 7 Myths Debunked.
July 9, 2014We’re excited to announce our new Give a Month, Get a Month referral program for VyprVPN! You can now give a free month of VyprVPN service to your friends and receive a free month of service in return. Simple as that. Give a Month, Get a Month.
June 24, 2014Our infographic, “The Hidden Dangers of DNS” explains how your DNS requests can be captured and logged by 3rd parties. Learn how you can prevent these breaches of privacy by using VyprDNS, which is built into VyprVPN, and increase your security online.
May 28, 2014