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VPN Service For iPhone & iPad: Tips & Info For iOS Users’ For Privacy & Security

Apr 06, 2017 02:26 AM EDT

President Trump Administration has recently overturned the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Internet privacy rules. Which means, internet service providers are now legally allowed to sell users browsing data, if they prefer to, even with or without the consent of the user. In view of this, side-by-side talks regarding Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have come to light once again. Can VPN actually protect users' data from these cyber attacks? How can one choose the best VPN service for devices such as iPhone and iPad? Let us find out here for more details.

According to reports made by Digital Trends, the cyber craze for Virtual Private Networks searches sprouted as soon as the US Congress announced its decision to permit broadband internet service providers in selling browsed data, even without the users' assent. This made users consider having VPNs as their contingency plan in order to obviate themselves to become an easy target for cyber crimes. Generally, it can help users to protect data from hackers and it can also hide the actual location. But choosing a VPN comes with a risk as well, since you will be trusting all your online activities to your provider from then on.

Reports from 9to5 Mac indicated that using VPN can help mystify users' browsing history in order that ISP won't be able to trace all of your browsing activities. Experts believe that even though Apple line of products such as their smartphones and tablets are already high-performing and top-of-the-line devices, vulnerabilities still exists as far as internet browsing security and data is concerned. This may not be directly vulnerable to iOS, but it can be at risk to scantily implemented codes from third-party apps. In circumstances where third-party apps are not secured, a VPN can help hinder susceptibilities as it can add an additional obscure layer from outsiders.

In addition to this, the report suggests that even though there are tons of providers in the market, the quest for the most reliable and secured one will be a bigger challenge. The report conveyed few tips on how to choose best, as follows: firstly, as much as possible, do not use a free VPN service provider. Second, the App Store may not be the most ideal way to start your search. Lastly, try to test various service providers for a period of time as this will be a good testing ground in ascertaining the best depending on your data speeds and server location. Digital Times reports have named few sought-after VPN on the list: NordVPN, Express VPN, IPVanish VPN, PureVPN and Private Internet Access VPN.

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