ProtonVPN
The Astronaut's Review
Expert analysis by The Software Astronaut
Astronaut's Score
The Verdict
The privacy-focused VPN from the makers of ProtonMail with a generous free tier.
Our Take
ProtonVPN prioritizes privacy with Swiss jurisdiction and strong encryption. The free tier is genuinely useful with no data limits. Security-conscious users trust the Proton brand.
Where It Fits
- Privacy-focused users
- Those wanting a reliable free VPN
- ProtonMail users
- Security-conscious individuals
Where It Falls Short
- Users prioritizing speed above all
- Those needing many server locations on free
- Streaming optimization
Rating Breakdown
In-Depth Analysis
Overview
ProtonVPN is a privacy-focused VPN from Proton AG, the company behind ProtonMail. Based in Switzerland, it offers strong privacy protections and a genuinely useful free tier.
Ease of Use
ProtonVPN apps are clean and straightforward. The interface is modern and easy to navigate. Secure Core routing adds protection with one click.
Key Strengths
- Swiss privacy jurisdiction
- Genuinely useful free tier
- No logs policy audited
- Secure Core for extra privacy
- Open source apps
- Works with ProtonMail
Limitations to Consider
- Fewer servers than competitors
- Free tier limited to 3 countries
- Speeds can vary
- Less optimized for streaming
Pricing Analysis
Free tier with unlimited data. Plus at $4.99/month. Unlimited at $9.99/month.
Final Thoughts
ProtonVPN is excellent for privacy-conscious users, especially those already using ProtonMail. The free tier is the best available. Speed-focused users might prefer others.
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About ProtonVPN
Swiss-based privacy-focused VPN
Key Features
Feature Availability
| Feature | ProtonVPN |
|---|---|
Cloud-Based Accessible from any device with internet | |
Mobile App Native mobile applications available | Partial |
API Access Programmatic access for integrations | Partial |
Free Trial Try before you buy | |
Free Tier Permanently free plan available | |
24/7 Support Round-the-clock customer assistance | Partial |
SSO/SAML Enterprise single sign-on | Partial |
Data Export Export your data anytime | |
Integrations Connect with other tools | |
Custom Branding White-label capabilities | Partial |
Pricing Overview
Free / Plus $4.99/month
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