
Mo Harber-Lamond
As VPN editor at Tom's Guide, Mo manages the three-strong VPN team and oversees a busy weekly content schedule of VPN, privacy, and cybersecurity news, reviews, and advice. He's a daily VPN user himself – typically NordVPN or ExpressVPN – and a regular reviewer of all the leading services: you’ll find his latest recommendations in Tom’s Guide’s best VPN and best free VPN guides.
Mo is deeply committed to helping people choose the right VPN for their needs, and takes a meticulous, data-driven approach to Tom’s Guide’s testing processes to ensure that he and his team can make confident VPN recommendations that are grounded in thorough, real-world testing.
Whether he’s analyzing advanced privacy features like obfuscation and split tunneling, connection speeds across different protocols such as WireGuard and OpenVPN, or compatibility across different devices, Mo has clocked up hundreds of hours over the last half decade interrogating the claims made by leading and lesser-known VPN providers.
Outside of his role at Tom’s Guide, Mo has contributed to a number of leading tech publications on VPN and privacy issues, including TechRadar, What Hi-Fi? and T3, developing his position as a trusted voice in the field.
He graduated with First Class honours in English Literature and Creative Writing from Manchester University in the UK, and before joining the Tom's Guide team, worked for several years in creative and editorial writing. Alongside this, he side-hustled as a proofreader and copy editor – honing his skills in communicating complex information clearly – all the while gaining notoriety (if not success) with his band in his homeland of Cornwall.
Latest articles by Mo Harber-Lamond

NordVPN review
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN In my complete NordVPN review I run down the famous provider's features, from privacy and streaming to performance and its apps.

The cheapest monthly VPN plans in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
A cheap monthly VPN is great for trialing a new provider, avoiding commitment, or accessing apps on vacation. Here are the very best monthly VPNs from our testing.

ExpressVPN lays off undisclosed number of employees
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
ExpressVPN has announced it is reducing its workforce due to being able to deliver its service "more efficiently."

The most secure VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN I've compared hundreds of services to find the 5 most secure VPNs on the market. Here are the providers that made the cut.

The best iPad VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you want to unblock streaming content from overseas and get snoopers off your digital back, you'll need the help of an iPad VPN. Here are my top picks.

Best iPhone VPN for iOS in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Using the best iPhone VPN for iOS is the simplest way to stay protected on your Apple device. We've reviewed and ranked the five best options here.

How to watch Fox News live from anywhere: stream President Trump's 'big speech' to Congress tonight
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN As one of the most popular networks in the world, plenty of people are wondering how to watch Fox News and Sports live – here's our complete guide.

Best Fire Stick VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
I've tested dozens of VPN for Fire Stick. Here I'll run down the very best Fire Stick VPNs, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark, and more.

Does VPN server count really matter?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn Almost every VPN boasts about how many servers it runs, but does it mean anything? Here we explain what really matters.

Proton VPN Secure Core – what is it and why should you use it?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn Proton VPN's Secure Core feature is marketed as a way of further protecting your traffic. Here we explore how it works, and if it's worth it.

NordVPN Double VPN – what is it and why should you use it?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn VPN providers have all sorts of complex features. Here we explain exactly what NordVPN's Double VPN is, and if it's worth using.

What is VPN split tunneling and how does it work?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
vpn It might be something you've heard of when picking a VPN, but what is split tunneling, and is it something you really need? Here, we explain all.

Is a VPN really worth it?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN VPNs are useful in the right situations, but do you really need one? Here, I'll explore the details to help you decide if a VPN is right for you.

It's Data Privacy Day – 4 ways to protect your info online
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Privacy's back Keeping your personal data to yourself is becoming harder and harder – but there are plenty of things you can do to protect yourself. Here are my top tips.

The most private VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Picking up the most private VPN is the first step in maintaining your online anonymity. Here are the top 5 services available today.

The best torrenting VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're sharing P2P, it's absolutely essential you protect yourself with a torrenting VPN. Here are the five best VPNs for torrenting today.

Best TikTok VPN: evade bans and access anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Despite the TikTok ban being delayed, demand for the best TikTok VPN is still high. Here are the ones we trust the most.

VPN server locations – which VPNs have the most and what you need to know
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN VPN server count is a headline figure on most providers' websites, but does it really matter? Here we explain, and show you the best options.

How to watch NBC live anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're outside the US, you might be looking for a way to watch NBC live – here's our full rundown on how to get access wherever you are.

The fastest VPN services in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated We've tested and ranked dozens of of the fastest VPNs, and here I've rounded up the top five speed demons – including Surfshark, NordVPN, Proton VPN and more.

PrivadoVPN has forgotten to end its Black Friday deal – it's still $30 all-in
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
PrivadoVPN is the cheapest VPN we recommend buying. This deal has lasted since before the New Year, so there's no guarantee it'll stick around for much longer.

The best US VPN for use in or outside the USA in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN We've rounded up the best US VPNs for accessing blocked sites, streaming global content, and staying safe from surveillance.

The best business VPN service in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Enterprise solutions A business VPN is an essential tool for securing your company's data, restricting access to documents, and monitoring your staff.
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