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 IVPN |
 Mullvad |
 Mysterium |
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Desktop & Mobile |
MacOS Windows & Mobile |
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Safari |
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Copyleft License
Copyleft licenses are a type of open-source license that aim to ensure software remains free and open
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Does have dedicated iP support for avoiding iP blocks
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Does have dedicated iP support for avoiding iP blocks
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Free Services |
 Orbot |
Proton |
 Windscribe |
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MacOS iOS & Android |
Desktop TV & Mobile |
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Privacy |
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| Kill Switch |
Only on Android through system settings
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| Auto Connect |
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| Double Hop |
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| Ai Traffic Analysis Blocking |
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Bridges supported only on Android
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Company does not log, and three hop structure mitigates logging attacks
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| Split Tunneling |
Supported on Android
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| Dedicated iP Support |
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| Streaming Service Support |
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| Choose Location |
Users can select exit countries in settings
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