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 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

We asked 4 VPN experts which VPNs they use – and the results surprised us
By George Phillips last updated
Here at Tom's Guide, the VPN team spend all day writing about VPNs. But which providers do we actually use? The team shares their favourite VPNs and why they like them.

I'm a VPN expert — these are the top three VPN services I recommend
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
With the UK's Online Safety Act introducing age verification and a surge in online censorship, VPNs are highly sought-after. Here are the top VPN services you should get.

"AI means that scammers don't even have to be good at scamming anymore!": Surfshark's CEO speaks on the web's biggest threats, VPNs giving back, and an ethos of simplicity
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
I visited Surfshark's home of Cyber City in Vilnius, and got hold of the CEO. I asked him what the biggest risks online are today, and what's next for VPNs.

What is a VPN?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN 'What is a VPN' is a question plenty of people are asking. Here we'll answer all your questions, and more.

The best China VPN: working services right now
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN A China VPN is essential for anyone traveling to the country – but not every provider works. Here are the very best VPNs for China on the market.

OFCOM discourages VPN use to avoid age verification checks – but privacy advocates see no alternative
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
From AI face-scanning tech to uploading photo IDs, the Online Safety Bill is a privacy disaster

This VPN will pay for your next Amazon order
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Pick up NordVPN Plus for the price of Basic. And an air fryer too.

We asked cybersecurity experts to build a privacy toolbox for $10 per month – here's what they came up with, and more
By George Phillips published
We asked cybersecurity experts to build a range of privacy toolboxes. Whether you're mobile-first or want the best of the best, there's a bundle for you.

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.

How to watch BBC iPlayer in the USA
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN BBC iPlayer plays host to a huge amount of content, but it’s only available in the UK. Here’s our guide on how to watch BBC iPlayer in the USA

The best Turkey VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Using a Turkey VPN is the easiest way of avoiding the country's strict surveillance and content blocking – plus you can stream more, too.

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."

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.

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 business VPN service
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.

Should you use a VPN with TikTok?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPNs are great for protecting your privacy when browsing the web, but will using a VPN with TikTok keep you safe or avoid a TikTok ban?

Does a VPN slow down your internet connection?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Giddy up Worrying about whether a VPN slows down your internet connection is very common. Here we look at the numbers to see if it's true.

VPN vs proxy: what's the difference and which should you get?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN VPN and proxies perform similar tasks, but in practice they're very different. Here we run down what each does and how to choose.

How to set up a VPN on any device
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone; you name it, we've got the guide. Here, I'll walk you through how to set up a VPN on any device you own.
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