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Hide.me VPN review: A reliable free VPN for beginners


Hide.me offers a strong free VPN service, but has some drawbacks. Here's what to know, based on my testing.

Value VPNs like Surfshark and Private Internet Access offer users more in terms of server network, security features, and multi-user support, at a lower cost. I tested the optimized US and UK streaming servers, and they worked with Netflix, Hulu, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, and 7Plus Australia. You can use it to safeguard your privacy online or, among other things, download torrents securely, thanks to bundled features like IP leak protection, tracking blocker, and a kill switch.

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