Whether you're looking to protect yourself online or just unblock your favorite content, a virtual private network (VPN) is an essential tool in the modern world. With cybercrime getting more complex with each passing day, it's an effective and inexpensive way to secure yourself, your home, and your family from digital threats.
Tom's Guide's experts put VPNs through hundreds of tests every year to make sure we're only recommending the best VPN services, so check out our in-depth comparisons, VPN reviews, and guides to find out which VPN provider suits your needs best.
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Norton VPN's latest fleet of upgrades gives users more control and faster connections
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.

Australia's social media ban for all children under 16 is live — here's what you need to know
By George Phillips last updated
Australia's social media ban is live, and children under 16 will be banned from having an account on certain social media platforms. Here's what we know so far.

'Grossly disproportionate' and 'discriminatory' – why Australia's social media ban risks creating more problems than it solves
By George Phillips published
Australia's social media ban is here. But there are still numerous privacy concerns, leaving us wondering if it creates more problems than it solves.

The best Australia VPN in 2025
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.

Proton VPN's best ever deal ends today – this is your last chance to grab it for $2.49 per month
By George Phillips published
Proton VPN's $2.49 per month deal ends today. Don't miss out on the chance to pick up the privacy-focused VPN at its lowest ever price.

Today is the last day you can save 78% on all NordVPN plans
By Olivia Powell published
NordVPN's exclusive Tom's Guide deal drops two-year plans to start at $2.88 a month – including four months free

Best Roblox VPN: unblock Roblox and get access in banned countries
By Krishi Chowdhary last updated
VPN A Roblox VPN is the easiest way to get access in countries where the game is banned. Here are our top five best Roblox VPNs today.

Meta shuts down Australian teens' social media accounts ahead of the country's 'world-first' ban
By George Phillips published
Meta has started shutting down thousands of social media accounts in Australia ahead of the country's "world-first" under-16 social media ban
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