Overview
ProtonVPN, launched in 2017 by the team behind ProtonMail, is a Swiss-based VPN service focused on privacy and security. It offers a strict no-logs policy, is independently audited, and is protected by Swiss privacy laws. ProtonVPN features Secure Core (multihop), NetShield ad/tracker blocking, and supports advanced protocols like OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IKEv2.\n\nProtonVPN is open about its infrastructure, publishes transparency reports, and supports open-source development. The service is popular among privacy advocates, journalists, and users seeking a free, trustworthy VPN with a strong stance on digital rights.
VPN Scorecard
Privacy
5.0/5
Technical
4.3/5
Security
4.8/5
Value
3.5/5
Streaming
5.0/5
Overall Score
Based on our comprehensive testing
4.6/5
Key Features
Server Network
Server Count
3,000
Countries
70
Server Ownership
Owned
Connection Features
Multi-hop
Yes
P2P Support
Yes
Obfuscation
Yes
Device Support
Windows
Yes
macOS
Yes
Linux
Yes
iOS
Yes
Android
Yes
Security
Encryption
AES-256
OpenVPN Support
Yes
WireGuard Support
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Speed Performance
Speed Rating4.3/5
Based on aggregated speed tests from multiple review sources
Privacy & Logging
Jurisdiction
Based inSwitzerland
Jurisdiction Risk
low
Data Retention Laws
No
Logging Policy
No-Logs Policy
Yes
Independent Audit
Yes
Warrant Canary
Yes
Payment Privacy
Credit Card
Supported
PayPal
Supported
Cryptocurrency
Supported
PGP Key Available
Yes
WebRTC Leak Protection
Yes
IP Leak Protection
Yes
Security Features
Encryption
Encryption StandardAES-256
Handshake ProtocolRSA-4096
RAM-only Serverspartial
Protocols
OpenVPN
Supported
WireGuard
Supported
IKEv2
Supported
L2TP/IPSec
Not Supported
Security Features
Kill Switch
Yes
Split Tunneling
Yes
Multi-hop
Yes
DNS Leak Protection
Yes
Perfect Forward Secrecy
Yes
Advanced Features
Ad Blocker
Yes
Dedicated IP
No
Tor over VPN
Yes
Shadowsocks Support
No
Stealth Mode
Yes
Pricing
Monthly Price$9.99
Yearly Price$71.88/mo
2-Year Price$119.76/mo
Free Trial
Available
Money-Back Guarantee
30 days
Prices shown are for annual plans. Terms apply.
