Ryan Burgess

Meet Ryan Burgess: Head Writer of hide.me VPN

Ryan Burgess is the Head Writer at hide.me VPN with over a decade of experience writing in the internet security and privacy space. He has been a long-time advocate for easy access to an uncensored internet, making Ryan and hide.me VPN a perfect match.

Ryan has a professional technical background in IT with multiple CompTIA certs in addition to years spent in the UK’s NHS keeping important medical systems ticking over. When it comes to technology, he has a particular interest in FOSS and ethical software, and making that information accessible for as many people as possible.

Outside of hide.me VPN, Ryan is an avid lover of good horror movies, bad horror movies, Nicolas Cage, and mountain biking.
Make sure to follow Ryan’s work here on the blog particularly if you also share in his love for all things open source.

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Image of Mac laptop with icons of different alternatives. Left is title: What are the best Back to my Mac alternatives?

Privacy News

Best Back to my Mac alternatives for seamless remote access

Why Apple decided to retire the service, what features you should prioritise in a replacement, and what are alternative remote access tools.

Ryan Burgess

Image of a globe on a computer and a stop sign. Left is title: How to stop IP leaks from Chrome and Firefox.

Tutorials

How to stop IP leaks from Chrome and Firefox?

Chrome and Firefox can leak your IP address. What IP leaks are, why they happen, and how you can prevent them when using Chrome and Firefox?

Ryan Burgess

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Tutorials

Static vs. dynamic IP addresses: Choosing the right option

There are two main types of IP addresses used in most cases: static and dynamic. Each has its own benefits. Learn how to choose the right one.

Ryan Burgess

Image of a TV streaming content with lock and a heart on it. Left is a title: For streaming enthusiasts. The benefits of going premium.

Streaming Tips

For streaming enthusiasts: The benefits of going hide.me VPN premium

For streaming fans, a seamless, unrestricted experience is essential. By upgrading to our premium VPN, you can get much more for your money.

Ryan Burgess

Whale attached to fishing hook with warning signs around it. Left is title: Undarstanding whale phishing.

Privacy News

Understanding whaling phishing: How does it target high-ranking individuals?

Whaling attacks key individuals within an organisation. This type of phishing can lead to devastating results. Read how to protect yourself.

Ryan Burgess

Image of a human silhouette caught on fishing hook in computer screen. Left of that is title: What is angler phishing and how to detect it. A comprehensive guide.

Privacy News

What is angler phishing and how to detect it: A comprehensive guide

Cybercriminals are sophisticated, one of the newest threats is angler phishing that targets users on social media. Read all about it here.

Ryan Burgess

Human silhouette on target with spear flying towards it. This simbolizes spear phishing cyber attack. Left of it is title: What is spear phishing and how to detect it?

Privacy News

Beware of spear phishing! One email could destroy everything!

Spear phishing has emerged as one of the most dangerous forms of cyber attack. Read on to make sure you don’t fall victim to an attack.

Ryan Burgess

Image of a data center proxy server. Left is title: An introduction to data centre proxy.

Tutorials

An introduction to datacentre proxies

Datacentre proxy is used for tasks requiring scalability. Understanding how they function can help you decide whether you need one.

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Image of a rotating proxy server. Left is title: What is rotating proxy and is it the right choice for you?

Tutorials

What is a rotating proxy and is it the right choice for you?

Rotating proxy automatically assigns a new IP address with each connection request or after a fixed period. Why would you need that?

Ryan Burgess

Image of a proxy server with gold medal symbolizing that it is an elite proxy. Left is title: What is an elite proxy and is it better than VPN?

Tutorials

What is an Elite Proxy and is it better than a VPN?

An elite proxy server is the highest level of privacy available among proxies. If you’d like to learn more about Elite Proxies, keep on reading!

Ryan Burgess

Image of a proxy server. Left of it is a title: What is a residential proxy and do you need one?

Tutorials

What is a residential proxy and do you need one?

Residential proxies assigning an IP address linked to a physical location. This makes them harder to detect. Read and learn more in this blog.

Ryan Burgess

Computer screen with two locks. Left is a title: What is the difference between HTTP and HTTPS proxies.

Privacy News

What’s the difference between HTTP and HTTPS proxies?

Proxies are great way to increase online security. Two most common are HTTP and HTTPS. Learn the differences and choose the right for you.

Ryan Burgess