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Kill Switch, Split Tunneling, Meshnet, and Multi-Hop Explained

VPN apps bury useful features behind technical names. We explain kill switch, split tunnelling, multi-hop, and Meshnet in plain English, the problem each one solves, and exactly when it is worth turning on.

VPNRatings Editorial · Jul 7, 2026
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What Is a No-Logs VPN Audit?

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WireGuard vs OpenVPN vs IKEv2: VPN Protocols Explained

Your VPN protocol decides speed, battery life, and stability. We compare WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2/IPsec on speed, compatibility, firewall evasion, and network switching, so you know which to pick and when.

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ExpressKeys Update: Passkeys, Secure Sharing, and a New Cure53 Audit

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VPNRatings Editorial · Jul 4, 2026
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What Does a VPN Actually Hide?

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VPNRatings Editorial · Jul 3, 2026
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How to Cancel a VPN Subscription and Avoid Auto-Renewal

VPN subscriptions renew quietly, often at a higher rate. We show where billing actually lives (often the app store, not the app), how to stop auto-renewal, handle trials, claim refunds, and delete your account cleanly.

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