A VPN is an amazing tool that keeps you safe while using the internet. It will provide you protection from malware, hackers, and other scams while you are online. You can protect your identity and browsing history from advertisers, hackers, and also from government surveillance. With these tools, you can enjoy your favorite websites free from any restrictions. It may seem complicated, but it is extremely user-friendly. You do not need any skills to use it. 

I often use the internet for using
social media and for other work purposes, and I am very conscious of my online
security and privacy. That is the reason I do not use the internet without a
VPN. Here is the complete guide to using VPN for ensuring your online security,
even if you are a beginner you can follow these instructions and tips to get
started:

How does a VPN work?

Browsing the internet
without using a VPN is just like inviting people to watch what you are doing.
Anyone can look at what you are searching for. Maybe it does not bother you if
hackers are watching what you are watching, but when we talk about personal
information, it is better to be careful than sorry. Here comes VPN to help you,
as it uses encryption. When you send your data while using a VPN, the only
receiver can see it. If a hacker tries to read your
personal information, he just sees complicated encrypted information. VPN also
hides your IP address so the receiver also cannot know who sent data. Here is
an overview; how does VPN work:

• Once you installed a secure VPN application, you
  need to launch it. After launching the application, connect it with the server
  you prefer.
• Once you start browsing the internet, all of your
  data will be encrypted before you transmit it. Even your ISP cannot see it.
• The encrypted data is transferred to the VPN
  server you choose to connect.
• VPN server, you choose to transmit your encrypted data to the site
  you want to visit. Whether it is a social network, streaming site, online
  banking service, or anything else, it does not matter; you are safe.

This means that the website you want
to access thinks that traffic is coming from a VPN server. Your IP address is
not visible to them. Moreover, they also cannot access your identification
information or location. It sees the IP address of the VPN server, and your
data is safe from hackers.

Features of a good VPN

• It should not slow down the internet connection
• Security protocols should be of high quality.
• Privacy policies should be trustworthy.
• It should have the ability to access global
  content.
• It should allow several connections and
  compatible with all the devices you have.
• There should be reliable customer support
  services.
• It should worth spending money.

What are
some benefits of using a VPN?

Now you know about VPN and its
working method. Here is how VPN can prove beneficial for you and can save you
from serious troubles:

Access
amazon prime video, Netflix and much more

Some entertainment services are only
available in particular areas, and you can not access if you do not live there.
Most of the entertainment sites like Netflix, Hulu, etc. will restrict their
content to some specific countries. With a VPN, you do not have to face such
issues. VPN can bypass any hindrance and let you access your favorite streaming
sites.

Not all VPNs are good at this. These
streaming sites can detect if someone is using a VPN for accessing the content.
So they block you from accessing that content restricted in your area. So you
have to choose a quality VPN for this purpose.

Play games restricted to access in
your area

Some online games are blocked in some
countries. If your country is one of them, you cannot play that online game.
Here also VPN proves helpful for you. You can change your location using a VPN
and can enjoy the game whenever you want wherever you want.

Browse torrent sites safely

Using torrent sites to access your
favorite content is a bit risky. There is no surety that the file you download
is 100% safe. Moreover, you may also face trouble if you torrent something you
should not. VPN can save you from these troubles. There are several quality
VPNs like Cyber Ghost etc. that you can prefer for secure torrenting.

Security of your privacy

Most of the time, people send their
bank details to their friends online. In that case, using public Wi-Fi or
hotspot can prove dangerous for you. 
Good VPN uses advanced encryption for having your data from hackers. It
will try to keep you anonymous, and they won’t be able to trace your device.

Improves internet speed

At times ISP may slow down the
internet connection. It is because either it has detected you using torrenting
or you have reached over your data limit. Your whole activity remains private
with a VPN. It cannot throttle the bandwidths so you can enjoy fast speed
internet.

Some disadvantages of using VPN

Nothing is perfect; everything has
flaws, so VPN also comes up with some disadvantages which re as follows:

• It may slow down your internet connection because
  data has to be encrypted.
• Some times are good at detecting VPNs, so for
  these sites, it may not work if VPN is not of the best quality.
• Best VPNs are paid. Although Free VPNs are also
  available, there are some risks.
• With cheap VPNs or Free VPNs, there is always a
  risk that they are storing data, so make sure to read the privacy policy before
  you use one.
• In some countries use of VPNs is illegal
• VPN cannot be downloaded on every device.

Conclusion

Using a VPN is safe for internet
browsing, but it also comes up with some disadvantages. So be careful while
using not only the internet but also while choosing a VPN. A good quality VPN
can save you from several troubles. So choose wisely and be safe.

This guide is based on the complete guide from wizcase.com.