Dispelling Myths: An Antivirus Program is Enough to Keep My Data Safe Online

Antivirus tools have their place in protecting the files on your PC, they should not be relied upon to keep your data safe. It is recommended to use a VPN.

Password Protected WiFi
Dispelling Myths: Public Wifi Networks are Safe if They Are Password-Protected

Don’t be fooled into thinking that a wifi network is secure just because it has a password. The danger of Public WiFi can only be avoided by a secure VPN.

VPNs Are Illegal, Only Criminals Use Them
Dispelling Myths: VPNs Are Illegal, Only Criminals Use Them

VPNs are illegal and only used by criminals is patently false. At hide.me, we only provide freedom and online privacy to the internet users.

Security is the Same Around the World
Dispelling Myths: Security is the Same Around the World

When choosing a VPN provider, do some research on the country where they are located, and know what level of exposure your data will face in that region.

OpenVPN is the Only Secure VPN Protocol
Dispelling Myths: OpenVPN is the Only Secure VPN Protocol

VPN users should know that OpenVPN has been a strong option for many years, IKEv2 is an alternative that is equally secure and faster than OpenVPN.

VPN Nodes
Dispelling Myths: More VPN Nodes = Better Service

There is a misinformation in the VPN market about the number of nodes being indicative of the quality of VPN. The myth is wrong, read more details here!

Image of a computer screen with magnfying glass and title: Nothing to hide
I don’t need a VPN because I have nothing to hide

It doesn't matter if you have nothing to hide or if you are not doing anything illegal. You can still be attacked. Read why always use VPN.

Free VPN sells your data
Dispelling Myths: Free VPNs Sell Your Data

It’s an unfortunate reality that some free VPNs sell user data as a way to make money. But at Hide.me, we fulfill our commitment to protect our users.

VPN Protocols Speed
Dispelling Myths: All VPN Protocols Have Similar Speeds

Not all VPN protocols are the same, especially when it comes to speed and performance. One of the most common factors is simply being poorly designed.

Dispelling Myths: A VPN Kills Your Internet Speed
Dispelling Myths: A VPN Kills Your Internet Speed

A VPN doesn’t always kill your internet speed. We invite you to give us a shot and see for yourself the difference that we can make.

Password Security
Password Security: Let’s Debunk the Myths

Password security is always a biggest question for many internet users. It’s time to cut through the myths and give some definitive answers on what makes a password secure.

Is A No Log Policy Reality Or A Myth
‘No Logs Policy’ – Is It Reality Or A Myth Of The VPN Industry?

A No Log Policy seems almost too good to be true, and with some VPN providers it is. Is it really possible to have a No Log VPN, or is it just a myth?

Sessions vs Activity Logs
Dispelling Myths: “No Logging” Policies Don’t Exist

It is important to note whether your VPN provider keeps activity or session logs, if it’s the former you may find your privacy being compromised.