Olivia joined Tom's Guide in October 2023 as part of the core Future Tech Software team, and is the Commissioning Editor at Tom's Guide. With a background in cybersecurity, Olivia is interested in how VPNs protect users' privacy, and how they improve online safety. She also regularly uses VPNs to make sure they deliver what they promise, and specializes in testing VPNs with streaming sites.
After graduating with a degree in English Literature from the University of Exeter, Olivia got her official start in journalism writing magazines for the events industry, writing for Exhibition News, Conference News, All Access, Exhibition World and Conference and Meeting World both in print and online. After this, she delved into the world of customer experience at CX Network, then the cybersecurity sector when she became Editor in Chief for Cyber Security Hub. This saw her create content from webinars to blogs to research reports on all things cybersecurity before finally ending up at Tom's Guide.
Olivia was also shortlisted for Security Serious' Unsung Heroes award in the Cyber Writer category in 2023.
When not writing about the latest in tech software, Olivia can be found reading mystery novels, watching the X-Files or doing valuable research in her quest to find the best Italian restaurant in London.
Latest articles by Olivia Powell

By Olivia Powell Last updated
Editor's ChoiceVPN Proton VPN is a very capable VPN, and will appeal to those looking for a more techy experience. However, it can't quite match the best of the best.

By Olivia Powell Last updated
We've tested dozens of VPNs to determine the top 5 fastest VPNs, including Proton VPN, NordVPN and Surfshark

By Aleksandar Stevanović Last updated
Everything you need to know about World Quantum Day, from how it started to the impact quantum technology could have on you and your privacy

By Olivia Powell Last updated
VPN There are tons of free iPhone VPNs on the App Store – but only a handful are safe to use. Here are the very best free VPNs for iPhone that I've tested.

By Aleksandar Stevanović Last updated
VPN Secure your workload by building your own mesh network. You can link up 60 devices at once with this new NordVPN feature.

By Olivia Powell 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.

By Aleksandar Stevanović Last updated
How ExpressVPN's cybersecurity feature can help protect your identity online

By Olivia Powell Last updated
A full timeline of all the age verification laws in the United States, and what they mean for their citizens

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
VPNs down under Whether you live Down Under or you're just visiting, an Australia VPN is the easiest way to access more streaming content and stay safe online.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
Surfshark’s new partnership with Calm combines online privacy tools with mindfulness benefits, giving users stronger digital security alongside guided meditation, sleep support, and stress relief.

By Kristin Hassel Last updated
Updated Our VPN experts put IPVanish to the test in this latest review, comparing speed, unblocking, value for money, security, and features. See how IPVanish compares.

By Zoran Danilovic Published
Proton VPN will upgrade its iOS, Mac, and Linux apps to match Windows and Android, starting with smarter server search and load sorting on iOS.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
Windscribe’s new beta VPN apps introduce AmneziaWG to help users bypass censorship in restrictive countries like Russia and Iran.

By Aleksandar Stevanović Published
NordVPN has unveiled a redesigned mobile app with a cleaner interface, refined connection tools, and improved search and map features.

By Kristin Hassel Last updated
VPN CyberGhost has tons of features, is useful for streaming and offers excellent value. If you can live with slightly inconsistent apps, it's a good choice.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
ExpressVPN brings device-wide protection to VR alongside a smarter browser experience built for flexible, seamless online security.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
ProtonVPN has removed OpenVPN support from its Android app, citing faster performance and a 36% reduction in app size.

By Olivia Powell Last updated
VPN We've tested dozens of VPNs for Netflix, and here we round up the likes of NordVPN, Surfshark and ExpressVPN to find the very best Netflix VPN.

By Michael Simon Last updated
VyprVPN is a mid-tier VPN that offers a good range of apps and reasonable connection speeds, but it could do with a lot of work to bring it up to date.

By Olivia Powell Published
CrowdStrike's Threat Intelligence will bring key threat intelligence to NordVPN's Threat Protection Pro feature, better protecting users from emerging cybersecurity threats

By Olivia Powell Last updated
VPN Discover the best UK VPNs for privacy, streaming and speed – I've tested the best services out there and these are my 5 favorites right now.

By Aleksandar Stevanović Published
The VPN Trust Initiative has expanded its Trust Seal program into an annual reaccreditation process to better highlight VPN providers that maintain ongoing ethical and operational standards.

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
Cyber security Tom's Guide experts present you with the top software to keep your child safe online
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