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 Zoran Danilovic Published
We explore whether it's safer to use 5G or public Wi-Fi, when you should use either, and how to keep safe when using them

By Kristin Hassel Published
Get NordVPN Plus and help protect your parents’ devices with Threat Protection Pro, an all-in-one software suite of easy-to-use cybersecurity tools.

By George Phillips Published
We asked 3 VPN experts for their 2026 VPN predictions. From increased censorship to innovative products, here's what they said.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
Traveling abroad for the holidays? Use a VPN to bypass geo-blocks, stay secure on public Wi-Fi, and stream your favorite shows anywhere.

By Hailey Hudson Published
Everything you need to know about dedicated IP, from what it is to whether or not you should be using it

By Aleksandar Stevanović Published
Want to keep your online activity private this festive season? Here's how a VPN can stop your ISP, government, or even Santa from snooping.

By Kristin Hassel Published
From parental controls to setting limits, these are the top 5 ways to protect your child on their new phone

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
Holiday scams surge every year. Learn how to spot fake deals, phishing attempts, and other common scams, with practical tips to stay safe online.

By Aleksandar Stevanović Published
Revolut Mobile now includes a free NordVPN subscription, unlimited 5G, and 20GB of EU/US roaming data in its early-bird plan

By Aleksandar Stevanović Published
Obscura VPN has cleared its first independent security audit, with no major flaws found in its macOS app or core protocol

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
Many VPNs offer a 30-day refund period, but how do you actually cancel NordVPN? Here, we explain everything you need to know.

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
In this guide, I'll explain the simplest way to cancel your PIA subscription and receive a refund.

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
Surfshark's 30-day refund period allows you to try it out risk-free before committing. Here's how you can cancel your Surfshark subscription.

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
Proton VPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, meaning you can get a full refund if you cancel in time. This guide will explain how to cancel and request a refund from Proton VPN.

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
In this guide, I'll outline the steps to cancel your ExpressVPN subscription and request a full refund.

By Krishi Chowdhary Last updated
CyberGhost's has a generous 45-day refund period, so you have ample time to take it for a trial run. Should you want to cancel afterwards, here's how to do it.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
NordVPN’s new email protection feature visually flags malicious links in emails as soon as you open them, keeping you safe from scams, phishing, and malware.

By Mindy Born Published
ExpressVPN has put privacy at the forefront of its dedicated IP offering

By Kristin Hassel Last updated
VPN Fast speeds and affordable pricing don’t make up for a lack of app upgrades and serious glitches

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
Norton VPN rolls out new servers, encryption protocols, and a third-party audit for Mimic. Learn how these improvements enhance speed and privacy.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
Australia isn’t banning Discord yet, but future updates to its social media law could change that for under-16s as the government reviews more platforms.

By Krishi Chowdhary Published
Australia isn’t banning Roblox yet, but future updates to its social media law could change that for under-16s as the government reviews more platforms.

By Aleksandar Stevanović Published
Australia's under-16s social media ban kicks off on December 10. Despite pushback, there's no delay, and platforms like Meta are already complying.
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