Proton VPN
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The best VPN for speed and security
How to Replace Proton VPNOverview
Features
40 features across 9 categories
Access(6)
Extensive global server network allowing connection to the fastest or most useful location
Chrome and Firefox extensions providing convenient VPN access requiring no special permissions
Open source apps available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, iPadOS, Android TV, Chromebook, Chrome, and Firefox
Use Proton VPN on up to 10 devices or browsers simultaneously with a single subscription
Simple one-tap button to automatically connect to the best server for your location
Access Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Prime Video and other streaming services from anywhere
Censorship Bypass(3)
Routes connection through third-party networks such as AWS when access to Proton servers is blocked
Bypass government censorship and other content restrictions by connecting to servers in uncensored countries
Custom obfuscation VPN protocol based on WireGuard tunneled over TLS to defeat advanced censorship
Encryption(3)
Military-grade encryption standard protecting all network traffic at the strongest settings
Modern encryption standard used alongside AES-256 for flexible security options
Generates new encryption keys for each session, keeping browsing history secure even if future keys are compromised
Integration(4)
Access to Proton Calendar for private schedule management as part of Proton Unlimited
Access to Proton Drive encrypted cloud storage as part of plans
Access to free or premium Proton Mail encrypted email service as part of plans
Access to Proton Pass encrypted password manager as part of plans
Performance(7)
Network of high-speed VPN servers offering connections up to 10 Gbps
Support for file-sharing protocols like BitTorrent with fast download speeds and unlimited bandwidth
Improve P2P performance and access local resources through your VPN connection
Intelligently probes networks to discover the best VPN protocol configuration for optimal performance or censorship bypass
Route some apps or IP addresses through the VPN tunnel while excluding others (Windows and Android)
No restrictions on data usage when connected, even on the free plan
Unique technology that increases VPN speeds by up to 400% when connecting to distant servers
Privacy(4)
Hides your real IP address, preventing websites and advertisers from tracking you online
Strict no-logs policy with no session usage logs or metadata collection that can compromise privacy
Based in Switzerland with some of the world's strongest privacy laws, outside EU and US jurisdiction
Allows users to connect to the Tor anonymity network and visit .onion sites from a regular browser
Protocols(2)
Strong and cryptographically secure VPN protocol for maximum compatibility and security
Cutting-edge VPN protocol that is both fast and secure using state-of-the-art cryptographic primitives
Security(9)
Automatically and instantly reconnects to VPN if connection drops
Ensures browsing history is never leaked to your ISP with all DNS lookups done by Proton
All servers use full disk encryption to protect against man-in-the-middle attacks and data compromise
Regular independent audits by security professionals with fully published results for transparency
Ensures your IP address is never exposed if the VPN connection is interrupted
DNS filtering feature that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious scripts, improving browsing speed
All apps are 100% open source, allowing anyone to examine the code and verify security
High-security double VPN implementation that prevents MITM and timing attacks by routing through privacy-friendly countries
Secure your Proton Account and defeat hackers by proving your identity with 2FA
Support(2)
Full refund guarantee if requested within the first 30 days of subscription
Friendly professional support team with live chat available most hours for paid plans
Pricing
Proton Free
- ✓Secure 1 device at a time
- ✓Medium VPN speed
- ✓Connect to servers in 10 countries (randomly selected)
- ✓No ads
- ✓Unlimited bandwidth
- ✓No-logs policy
- ✓Kill switch & Always-on VPN
- ✓Access to free Proton Mail
- ✓Access to free Proton Drive (2GB)
- ✓Access to free Proton Pass
- ✓Access to free Proton Calendar
VPN Plus
Popular- ✓Secure 10 devices at a time
- ✓Highest VPN speed
- ✓Choose from 15000+ servers in 120+ countries
- ✓Stream Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video and more
- ✓Block ads, trackers, and malware with NetShield
- ✓Priority support and live chat
- ✓VPN Accelerator (up to 400% faster)
- ✓Tor over VPN
- ✓Secure Core
- ✓Alternative routing
- ✓Stealth protocol
- ✓Port forwarding
- ✓Split tunneling
- ✓P2P/BitTorrent support
- ✓Two-factor authentication
- ✓Access to free Proton Mail Plus
- ✓Access to free Proton Drive Plus (5GB)
- ✓Access to free Proton Pass Free
- ✓Limited access to Proton Calendar
Proton Unlimited
- ✓All VPN Plus features
- ✓Proton VPN Plus with all features
- ✓Proton Mail Plus (500GB storage, 3 custom domains, 15 email addresses)
- ✓Proton Drive Plus (500GB storage, sync across devices, encrypted file sharing)
- ✓Proton Pass Plus (secure password manager with 2FA support, encrypted sharing, dark web monitoring)
- ✓Proton Calendar Plus (25 custom encrypted calendars)
- ✓Secure 10 devices at a time
- ✓Highest VPN speed
- ✓Choose from 15000+ servers in 120+ countries
- ✓Stream your favorite content
- ✓Block ads, trackers, and malware
- ✓Priority support and live chat
Cost Calculator
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Build vs Buy
Should you build a Proton VPN alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 40 features.
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Better ValueBuild Your Own
Buying Proton VPN saves ~$55,440 over 3 years vs building.
Estimates based on 40 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.
Integrations
13 known integrations