JAKARTA - The use of VPN (Virtual Private Network) can be very useful to keep your personal information safe. Apart from paying, many developers have created free VPNs for use.
However, is the use of free VPN reliable for work? Before using a free VPN service to access sensitive corporate data, you need to know the pros and cons of using free VPN for work.
Even if you use a free version, and don't get more complete features than premium, VPN will still protect your privacy with secure encryption keys and the same tunneling protocol.
Both premium and free versions, you will still be able to change or manipulate the location of your server, and access services that were previously unavailable in your country.
Most people prefer to use cellular data rather than public Wi-Fi hotspots for security reasons. However, there are some cases where you may have no choice but to use public Wi-Fi, especially if you spend a lot of time on the road.
By installing a free VPN before connecting to public networks, at least it will hide your request from hacker reconnaissance.
There are many free VPNs everywhere. However, it's a good idea to download it in official application libraries such as play stores and app stores.
The use of free VPN usually asks you to watch ads. With the ads that keep showing up, it might interfere with your work. If you're annoyed, it's best not to use a free VPN.
You'll find some VPNs that offer unlimited data for free. However, you need to underline that it's very likely impossible. Because VPN service providers need money to defend their platforms.
So, what they do to make money is through advertising or subscription fees. If the app doesn't have both, it's likely a scam.
VPN developers may sell the user data they collect to third parties, and they lure their victims with free services.
Free VPN provide limited security. Their encryption method and tunneling protocols have no sophistication to combat targeted attacks. So you can't rely on them to fight hackers.
Similarly, free VPN services cannot avoid all geographic restrictions. Some geographic blocking techniques require you to choose the best VPN server location, which you can't do with a free VPN.
Free VPNs often use the same third-party servers. To minimize costs, hosts simultaneously host thousands, even millions, users. Unfortunately, a dense server will drastically slow down your internet speed.
So long-distance workers who need a fast and stable internet connection 24/7, stay away from using free VPN.
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