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Chrome VPN Extension With 100k Installs Screenshots All Sites Users Visit (koi-security.webflow.io)

submitted 1 day ago by Pro@programming.dev to c/technology@lemmy.world

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cross-posted from: https://programming.dev/post/35967051

Most people turn to a VPN for one reason: privacy. And with its verified badge, featured placement, and 100k+ installs, FreeVPN.One looked like a safe choice. But once it’s in your browser, it’s not working to keep you safe, it’s continuously watching you.

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[–] brucethemoose@lemmy.world 2 points 21 hours ago* (last edited 21 hours ago)

Many VPN companies post audits, and build up reputations. Not that I'd recommend it specificlly (since I only use it for a lifetime subscription I bought in a sale), but FastestVPN advertises the former.

...I guess it depends what you're doing, too. If you're, like, a government whistleblower, you might want to look into Mullad layered with something else instead of a more traditional commercial provider.