Mo Harber-Lamond
Mo is VPN editor at Tom's Guide. Day-to-day he oversees guides on the best VPNs, privacy, and cybersecurity content, which includes making sure all his recommendations are up to date, accurate, and as useful for the reader as possible. He also undertakes regular testing of VPN providers, including their compatibility with streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime and BBC iPlayer, along with assisting the main review team during the biannual VPN review process. He is also a regular contributor to TechRadar, covering VPN and privacy issues.
He graduated with First Class honours in English Literature and Creative Writing from Manchester University, and before joining the Tom's Guide team he worked for several years at Professional Writing Academy where he cut his teeth in both creative and editorial writing. Alongside working with the writing academy, he also side-hustled as a freelance proof-reader and copy-editor, with projects with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Kyle Books, and Watkins Publishing under his belt – all the while gaining notoriety (if not success) with his band in his homeland of Cornwall.
Latest articles by Mo Harber-Lamond
Huge Black Friday VPN deal from Private Internet Access offers 3 years for just $2.03/pm
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN PIA is offering an unbeatable Black Friday VPN deal, and from today until December you'll be able to save a huge 83% on its 3-year + 3 month plan.
ExpressVPN Aircove: what is it and is it worth getting?
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN ExpressVPN's Aircove router is the first piece of hardware ever offered by a VPN provider – but is it worth the investment?
The best Peacock VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Using a Peacock VPN can get you access to events like the Super Bowl, WWE, and classic shows anywhere in the world.
This is why everybody else uses a VPN when torrenting
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN On just about every site that has anything to do with torrenting, you'll be told you need a VPN. Here we explore exactly why.
Surfshark CleanWeb: what is it and why should you use it?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Surfshark has a ton of features, and here we'll be explaining what Surfshark CleanWeb is, if it's worth using, and if it's a deal breaker.
What is Surfshark NoBorders and why should you use it?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN It's designed to give uncensored access in restrictive countries, but what is Surfshark NoBorders and why is it worth using?
What is Surfshark One and is it worth getting?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Surfshark One is the bargain VPN provider's take on an all-in-one security suite, but how does it match up to the competition?
How to watch Sling TV anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Cord-cutters rejoice – if you're wondering how to watch Sling TV wherever you are, you've come to the right place.
Are Netflix VPNs legal?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN For those new to VPN, accessing geo-blocked content might appear to be illegal. Here, we outline why using a VPN with Netflix is within the law.
How to get Japanese Netflix: Best films and shows only on Netflix Japan
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you want to watch all the exclusive content on Japanese Netflix worldwide, we've got you covered – here's our comprehensive guide.
What is ExpressVPN's new Threat Manager and what does it do?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN ExpressVPN recently released its new Threat Manager feature which blocks malicious data sharing across your whole device. Here's how it works.
ExpressVPN's Lightway protocol goes open-source alongside fresh security audit
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN ExpressVPN's in-house protocol Lightway promises security and blazing speeds, and becoming open-source is a key milestone.
Download ExpressVPN: How to install ExpressVPN on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN With our guide, it's super easy to download ExpressVPN and get it up and running in minutes, on any device.
Ultra-fast VPN Hide.me now $40 cheaper in massive 10th anniversary deal
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Hide.me is a super-fast VPN that offers huge configuration – and right now the 2-year plan is the cheapest we've ever seen it.
NordVPN's bundle deal offers tons of extras – but do you really need them?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Nord's Complete plan offers NordVPN along with NordPass and NordLocker storage. It's incredible value – if you need the extras.
Free Android VPNs: safe, functional options in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN There are countless free Android VPNs out there, and a huge amount aren't legit. Here, we run down those that are worth using.
6 reasons to use a VPN when streaming
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Using a VPN when streaming has become hugely popular, but there's more to them than just watching more TV and movies.
How to watch Peacock TV anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Peacock continues to impress with shows like Girls5eva, Punky Brewster and WWE licenses – here's how to watch Peacock TV anywhere.
Independent audit confirms NordVPN's no-log policy for the second time
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Popular VPN provider proves privacy credentials for second year running – read how NordVPN has taken the initiative and undertaken a second privacy audit.
How to watch Netflix with NordVPN in or outside the US
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Watching Netflix with NordVPN is super simple, and it only takes five minutes to get started. Here's our complete guide on how to do it.
IPVanish vs NordVPN: Which provider is best?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Picking a VPN can be hard, so here we've pitted two of the biggest and best against each other: IPVanish vs NordVPN
Does VPN server count really matter?
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Almost every VPN boasts about how many servers it runs, but does it mean anything? Here we explain what really matters.
How to use a VPN for streaming
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN By using a VPN to change your location, you can watch content on tons of streaming sites that would usually be blocked in your country.
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