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  • 18 interesting and cool things you can do with a VPN app

    18 interesting and cool things you can do with a VPN app

    A VPN does more than just protect your privacy online. Yes, its main job is to encrypt your internet traffic, keeping your data safe from hackers and snoopers. But the capabilities of a VPN extend int...

    Sonja Raath 20.03.2024 16 mins
  • How to change your IP address on Android

    How to change your IP address on Android

    When you go online, an Internet Protocol (IP) address is assigned to your device, making it possible for someone to track your activity while also revealing your location. Fortunately, changing your I...

    Lucca RF 18.03.2024 13 mins
  • Tech Friend: Why use VPN for HTTPS sites?

    Tech Friend: Why use VPN for HTTPS sites?

    Tech Friend is our advice column covering cybersecurity, privacy, and everyday technology. Email your question to techfriend@expressvpn.com. If you have questions about your ExpressVPN subscription or...

    Tech Friend 15.03.2024 3 mins
  • Why is Tor browser so slow? How to make it faster

    Why is Tor browser so slow? How to make it faster

    Struggling with slow browsing speeds on Tor? While Tor prioritizes anonymity over raw speed, there are some ways for you to optimize your experience and speed things up. This guide explores various me...

    Lucca RF 13.03.2024 9 mins
  • What is a decentralized VPN and how do they work?

    What is a decentralized VPN and how do they work?

    A decentralized VPN offers a new twist on traditional VPN technology by distributing network functions across numerous nodes rather than routing traffic through centralized servers. The idea behind it...

    Felipe Allende 13.03.2024 11 mins
  • 15 (decent) alternatives to ChatGPT in 2025

    15 (decent) alternatives to ChatGPT in 2025

    The rise of AI chatbots represents a significant stride in technological advancement, with ChatGPT's version 4 from OpenAI leading the pack. This breakthrough tool has set new benchmarks in conversati...

    Sonja Raath 11.03.2024 23 mins
  • What is WWW2 and is it safe?

    What is WWW2 and is it safe?

    While browsing the internet, often we see URLs that say “www2” rather than “www”. But what does that extra “2” signify? WWW2 represents a specific application of web addressing that enhanc...

    Clement Adegbenro 04.03.2024 9 mins
  • How to recover a hacked Google account

    How to recover a hacked Google account

    Recovering a hacked Google account can be a distressing experience, as it often contains personal information, including emails, documents, photos, and even financial details linked through various se...

    Atika Lim 29.02.2024 18 mins
  • How to stop phone mirroring on iPhone and Android?

    How to stop phone mirroring on iPhone and Android?

    Phone mirroring, a process where your smartphone’s screen and actions are shown on another device, can be a powerful tool for presentations, education, and troubleshooting. However, in the wrong han...

    Felipe Allende 21.02.2024 9 mins
  • How to configure a static IP address

    How to configure a static IP address

    A static IP address can be very useful in some cases, and can even improve your security. If you want to set up a local server or improve your internet speeds, configuring a static IP address on diffe...

    Felipe Allende 21.02.2024 10 mins

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