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The Ultimate Guide to Using a VPN While Traveling
The Ultimate Guide to Using a VPN While Traveling
All about VPN 10 min read

Why Use VPN When Traveling: Reasons and Easy Guide

When planning your holidays or a business trip, you probably think of some essentials first. Of course, nobody wants to forget a passport or put airline tickets in the wrong pocket. But do you consider your Internet security among these must-have preparations? Probably not, but you definitely should.  Tourists often fall victim to hacker attacks and other cyber threats. And...

VeePN Research Lab
Updated: Oct 8
10 Android Privacy Settings That’ll Strengthen Your Security
10 Android Privacy Settings That’ll Strengthen Your Security
Digital privacy 11 min read

10 Android Privacy Settings That’ll Strengthen Your Security

Do you feel safe when using your phone? If the answer is “not really,” you probably wonder how to arm yourself better. Luckily, Android phones have a good deal of privacy and security perks – and you may not even have heard about some of them. Continue reading, and you will discover the most valuable Android privacy settings and how to modify them on your smartphone without any problems.

Oliver Bennett
Updated: Oct 8
Is Fanatical Legit
Is Fanatical Legit
Entertainment 7 min read

Is Fanatical Legit?

Buying digital game keys can be scary—especially if you care about authenticity, security and customer service. Fanatical (formerly Bundle Stars) is a popular platform that claims to sell legitimate third-party game keys at discounted prices. Fanatical is one of the approved resellers, officially recognized for selling legitimate game keys so you can be sure purchases made on the site are safe and legit. But is it really safe to use? In this full review we’ll go over key points such as Fanatical’s legitimacy, reputation, security, customer support and potential risks to help you make an informed decision.

VeePN Research Lab
Oct 7
is CoinW legit
is CoinW legit
Cryptocurrency 8 min read

Is CoinW Legit and Safe to Use? A Practical Guide to Trading Smarter

You open CoinW and it looks busy in a good way. Charts move, trading pairs stack up, and there are tabs for spot trading, futures trading, and even copy trading. The real question is not only “is CoinW legit,” but whether the setup, user security, and day-to-day basics that CoinW offers suit your risk tolerance. We will walk through what the trading platform actually offers, how those features work in real life, and the safety choices that protect user funds before you begin trading. We will also show how VeePN helps later on, after you have the essentials down.

Oliver Bennett
Updated: Oct 6
Is Atomic Wallet safe to use
Is Atomic Wallet safe to use
Cryptocurrency 8 min read

Atomic Wallet Review: Is Atomic Wallet Safe to Use?

The self-custody trend in crypto seemed very prominent until June 2023, when headlines started to shout: Atomic Wallet hacked. Such news spread fast across Reddit and left users stunned. Wallet owners woke up to empty balances, blockchain detectives traced $100 million in stolen funds, and the incident became another horror story for anyone who keeps coins in a hot wallet. ...

Oliver Bennett
Updated: Oct 6
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Is AnyDesk safe
Is AnyDesk safe
Digital privacy 8 min read

Is AnyDesk Safe? What You Should Know Before Using It for Remote Access

Is AnyDesk safe to use? Well, it’s questionable. The remote desktop tool offers encryption and plenty of permission switches. But going deeper into the AnyDesk safety topic and things get interesting. Why? There was a notorious breach incident in 2024. Another thing is that con artists love the friction-free remote access, which also opens doors to a wide range of remote access scams. This guide gives you a candid AnyDesk security review, explains the 2024 breach, lists the tricks scammers use, and shows how adding VeePN on top can bulletproof your remote sessions. Let’s get to the point!

Oliver Bennett
Updated: Oct 6
Internet censorship trends in 2025
Internet censorship trends in 2025
Big brother 11 min read

Internet Censorship Trends in 2025: Which Countries Are Tightening Controls?

Internet censorship and government Internet restrictions are finding their way even in countries where such measures were believed to be unthinkable. We see unexpected blocks in European democratic countries like Poland, Norway, and others, and even some signs of Internet censorship in America and Japan. The tendency is clear: Internet users may find their online freedom at stake. In this article, we will discuss worldwide Internet censorship, covering the facts and cases about the most censored countries and how governments have begun to limit online speech at the Internet service providers (ISP) level. Finally, we’ll explore the go-to ways you can take to protect your online freedom and bypass Internet restrictions.

Oliver Bennett
Updated: Oct 6
How to Use MEXC in the US
How to Use MEXC in the US
Cryptocurrency 8 min read

How to Use MEXC in the US: A Guide to Access and Trade Crypto Securely Anywhere

Want to continue crypto trading with MEXC from the United States? You can do it, but not straight through the front door. The exchange flags every American IP address because MEXC’s compliance team lists the USA among its officially “Prohibited Countries and Regions.” Therefore, MEXC won’t let you sign up, complete trades, or even load the dashboard while you’re in the US. Luckily, you don’t need to move abroad, as the workaround is simple. You just need to route your traffic through a VPN server in a crypto-friendly country, then open (or reopen) your account, and trade as if no restriction ever existed. A premium VPN disguises your real location, keeps your keys away from snoops, and enhances overall safety during your crypto trading operations.

Oliver Bennett
Updated: Oct 6
Where to Watch 90 Day Fiance
Where to Watch 90 Day Fiance
Entertainment 7 min read

Where to Watch 90 Day Fiance Without the Fuss

In the US, 90 Day Fiance streams on Max and Discovery+. Many seasons and spin-offs also live on TLC with a cable login, and every season is easy to buy on Prime Video or Apple TV if you prefer to own. Below we break down exactly where to watch 90 Day Fiance, how to handle device and language settings, and simple fixes for travel or region changes. We’ll also show how VeePN helps you avoid slowdowns and sketchy “free” mirrors later on.

Oliver Bennett
Oct 2
Is Grok safe to use
Is Grok safe to use
Cybersecurity 6 min read

Is Grok Safe to Use for Daily Searches, Chats, and Image Prompts?

Overall, Grok is usable, but caution is smart. The tool is a fast AI search assistant built by xAI and available on the X platform, yet it draws on publicly available data and can use your activity for future model training unless you opt out. xAI confirms its models were pre-trained on public web data and X posts, and that they process user content for improving AI’s capability and AI deployment, with regional addenda for Europe under user privacy laws. We will explain how Grok AI works, what data collection looks like, how to keep an account private, which settings hide your conversation history, and where VeePN helps. We will also point to real cases where moderation fell short and where regulators stepped in.

Oliver Bennett
Oct 2