Protonvpn is in Switzerland and Switzerland is not in the EU. Switzerland is not a member of the European Union due to its long-standing tradition of neutrality and sovereignty.
Proton is the best than other well known vpn who are paying a lot for reviewers. Nord, express etc pay a lot for their reviewers. Proton is the best in speed(upgraded /paid version) Much faster compared to nord. Easy to use and very secured.
I used protonvpn for 1 month and I felt mostly the same as you. I haven't cared as much about browser extensions but pricing could definitely be better and I also noticed slower speeds than with other providers. Overall it worked pretty flawless for me.
personally I don't understand why would you need a browser extension when there's already a delcated app. You can choose whether to exclude app(s)/IP(s) from going through VPN or only let certain app(s)/IP(s) go through VPN with the app anyway
One negative note about it is that after reboot we need to start the thing again (and it is slow) and then we need to connect again (though this part is fast). Isn't there a way that it starts and connects automatically after starting the pc?
I'm a while late, but you can usually assign automatic startup under the startup tab in Task Manager, just select the appropriate program and enable automatic startup
Hi Tom, I like your content. I am confused about some VPNs to buy can you help me with this? I am considering between TorGuard, NordVPN, PIA, Proton VPN, and WeVPN. I use it for torrenting, streaming, and staying anonymous while browsing from public Wifi. Which one will you recommend?
@Kyle Movie & TV Reviews I did it already and it shows me TorGuard but I want split tunneling because I only want specific apps to be operated by VPN, not all the apps. And the app kills switch too. That's why I wanted Tom's suggestion.
@@samee9978 I believe Google and Android devices support spit tuneling on Express, Nord, and Surfshark (though it's more of a whitelist). I can't really speak for other OS's and VPNs. The Mac doesn't support split tunnel on Express because of what Apple has done in recent years. Hope some of this points you in the right direction.
I have 1 gig download, and I tested multiple servers on their Free plan and got around 800 mbp/s on all of them in NA. which is really good. Do you think I will get the same speeds on the paid, or do you think somehow they are buffing their speeds on Free to make it look better?
Sometimes it’s necessary though as some applications won’t work with VPNs. For Example if you have Ring security cameras it will no longer work with a VPN, so you need to use split tunnelling.
@@TomSparkReviews yep, but many vpns are crappy, even those top ones nord and surfshark has tons of issues, proton looks most secure atm. im a bit surprised you chose tor guard as your top vpn , it is located in usa and act under 5 eyes law :o
@@NostalgicMem0ries so? that doesnt mean anything. proton can comply with other EU authorities just like this example: threatpost.com/protonmail-log-ip-address-french-activist/169242/#:~:text=The%20privacy%2Dhugging%2C%20end%2D,to%20light%20over%20the%20weekend.
Can SOMEONE explain how -- if you have Proton or Nord VPN -- ON YOUR ROUTER (to handle all your devices in one place), if there is a Windows desktop app for MANAGING that ON THE ROUTER ( rather than having to use the router's geeky dashboard?) I can find no answer to that, including from either Nord OR Proton. Hello?
Short answer, I believe so. But the only way to do so would be via the geeky difficult to explain methods. I think I saw a way to use a raspberry pi as a router that has a build in vpn being used for any connected devices. Might be the easiest way to do it. In all honesty I’m not sure even sure if this is a very reliable bit of information cause I’m a self learner/do’er when it comes to this stuff and tend to keep things I do to the beginner friendly category. Just saw nobody had responded and didn’t want ya to go unheard lol
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Protonvpn is in Switzerland and Switzerland is not in the EU.
Switzerland is not a member of the European Union due to its long-standing tradition of neutrality and sovereignty.
So basically you’re saying they’re selling it’s users traffic to China? 👽
Proton is the best than other well known vpn who are paying a lot for reviewers. Nord, express etc pay a lot for their reviewers.
Proton is the best in speed(upgraded /paid version) Much faster compared to nord.
Easy to use and very secured.
I used protonvpn for 1 month and I felt mostly the same as you. I haven't cared as much about browser extensions but pricing could definitely be better and I also noticed slower speeds than with other providers. Overall it worked pretty flawless for me.
they added extension for browser on march 1st :)
@@NostalgicMem0ries W
personally I don't understand why would you need a browser extension when there's already a delcated app. You can choose whether to exclude app(s)/IP(s) from going through VPN or only let certain app(s)/IP(s) go through VPN with the app anyway
You cannot install a dedicated app if you don't have admin rights. The extension can be installed in a portable browser.
I'm ok with slightly higher pricing for premium service considering it could help support their free services.
Also, I'll be purchasing their discounted VPN plus for Black Friday at 30 months for $120.
One negative note about it is that after reboot we need to start the thing again (and it is slow) and then we need to connect again (though this part is fast). Isn't there a way that it starts and connects automatically after starting the pc?
I'm a while late, but you can usually assign automatic startup under the startup tab in Task Manager, just select the appropriate program and enable automatic startup
@@commodorex 9 months ago, it wasn't possible (on Linux) but few months after they made a huge upgrade, and it works perfectly since.
Tbh vpn is a bonus to their main product: a VPN
It says "money back guaranteed" but all it does it give you in website credits.
What good are rouser extensions? Do they not count against your devices used?
Browser extensions
what camera do you use? that's a pretty cool camera quality
and thanks for the review!
sony a6400!
@@TomSparkReviews sheesh thanks!
Hi Tom, I like your content. I am confused about some VPNs to buy can you help me with this? I am considering between TorGuard, NordVPN, PIA, Proton VPN, and WeVPN. I use it for torrenting, streaming, and staying anonymous while browsing from public Wifi. Which one will you recommend?
Why not hop onto the website and do a quiz to help?
@Kyle Movie & TV Reviews I did it already and it shows me TorGuard but I want split tunneling because I only want specific apps to be operated by VPN, not all the apps. And the app kills switch too. That's why I wanted Tom's suggestion.
@@samee9978 ah, gotcha. Guess we'll wait for Tom. What OS are you using on your devices?
@Kyle Movie & TV Reviews I am using windows 11, Google TV, and android 13 devices.
@@samee9978 I believe Google and Android devices support spit tuneling on Express, Nord, and Surfshark (though it's more of a whitelist). I can't really speak for other OS's and VPNs. The Mac doesn't support split tunnel on Express because of what Apple has done in recent years. Hope some of this points you in the right direction.
I have 1 gig download, and I tested multiple servers on their Free plan and got around 800 mbp/s on all of them in NA. which is really good. Do you think I will get the same speeds on the paid, or do you think somehow they are buffing their speeds on Free to make it look better?
@@andrut04 ye i bought it recently, get 800 download and 230 upload, my speeds without vpn are 900 230.
A browser extension review would be appreciated.
why is your hand so wet in the chair ad part? what were you doing?
jerkin it
Great review! Thank you!
Why not talk about the free plan?
I can't even watch this video on my phone because the volume is so stupidly low
Good review. Suits my needs. Will try this. Thanks
My pleasure 😊
Their Linux support sux. Not even wiregard supported, no autoconnect, no auto start.
Using split tunneling makes the public IP leak though :( That sucks
Sometimes it’s necessary though as some applications won’t work with VPNs. For Example if you have Ring security cameras it will no longer work with a VPN, so you need to use split tunnelling.
@@HolloVVpoint But then the IP would still leak
feeling good
your a smart guy but your hair gets more and more non-sequiter
i love this comment
Thank you Great Sir
they just released browser extension
great, they now have what most vpns have had for years.
@@TomSparkReviews yep, but many vpns are crappy, even those top ones nord and surfshark has tons of issues, proton looks most secure atm. im a bit surprised you chose tor guard as your top vpn , it is located in usa and act under 5 eyes law :o
@@NostalgicMem0ries so? that doesnt mean anything. proton can comply with other EU authorities just like this example: threatpost.com/protonmail-log-ip-address-french-activist/169242/#:~:text=The%20privacy%2Dhugging%2C%20end%2D,to%20light%20over%20the%20weekend.
I like it
Can SOMEONE explain how -- if you have Proton or Nord VPN -- ON YOUR ROUTER (to handle all your devices in one place), if there is a Windows desktop app for MANAGING that ON THE ROUTER ( rather than having to use the router's geeky dashboard?) I can find no answer to that, including from either Nord OR Proton. Hello?
Short answer, I believe so. But the only way to do so would be via the geeky difficult to explain methods. I think I saw a way to use a raspberry pi as a router that has a build in vpn being used for any connected devices. Might be the easiest way to do it. In all honesty I’m not sure even sure if this is a very reliable bit of information cause I’m a self learner/do’er when it comes to this stuff and tend to keep things I do to the beginner friendly category. Just saw nobody had responded and didn’t want ya to go unheard lol
I looked for this specifically. Thanks, Tom!
Glad to help!