You Should Be Traveling with a VPN

If you’re planning on traveling abroad this summer, it might be a good idea to use a VPN when browsing the web. In this bonus episode, staff writer Max Eddy explains what they are, and why they’re beneficial when you’re far from home (and sometimes when you’re not far, too).

What we recommend:

Top pick: MullvadBest VPN for Travel: IVPNGood free VPNs: ProtonVPN doesn’t limit your data but does limit your locations. TunnelBear limits your data but not your locations.Best password managers: 1Password and Bitwarden.

Additional reading:

The 3 Best VPN Services of 2025What Is a VPN and What Can It Do?The Best Free VPN of 2025Back Up and Secure Your Digital Life

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