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How to Encrypt Android Devices in 2025: Securing Your Phone

We all know about the importance of online security, but the fact remains that your phone is as likely to be stolen as hacked. In this article, we show you how to encrypt your Android devices so even if you lose it, your data is safe.

By Aleksander Hougen — 03 Jul'21 Last Updated: 18 Jan'24

How to Get a US IP Address in 2025, the Easy & Safe Way

Whether you’re looking to watch something on Hulu or Netflix U.S., or you just want to make your day-to-day online browsing a bit more secure, the easiest way to get an American IP address is to use a VPN that has servers in the U.S. Read this full article to learn how to get a U.S. IP address in three easy steps, plus which VPNs are the best for the job.

By Andrej Hadji-Vasilev — 24 Jun'21 Last Updated: 19 Feb'25

What Is AES Encryption & How Does It Work in 2025? 256-bit vs 128-bit

When researching various types of software, AES encryption is often listed as a feature. What is AES encryption exactly, and how does it work? Read on as we explain the Advanced Encryption Standard, the most commonly used encryption protocol in the world.

By Aleksander Hougen — 23 May'21 Last Updated: 25 Aug'24

How to Encrypt Text Messages in 2025: Private Messaging

Learning how to send a secure text message may seem like it should take forever and be really complicated. However, with the wealth of apps now available for Android and iOS phones, anyone can do it.

By Sapphire Fox & Branko Vlajin — 21 Mar'21 Last Updated: 12 Apr'25

Best VPN for Russia in 2025: Get an International or Russian IP Address

The Russian government monitors the internet to track users and block websites. If you want to use the internet while you’re in Russia, we recommend using one of the best VPNs. This article reveals the best VPN for Russia so you can browse privately and safely without any restrictions. A virtual private network (VPN) can...

By Wisdom Sablah — 21 Mar'21 Last Updated: 13 Mar'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

Best VPN for Nvidia Shield in 2025: A Shield for Your Shield

Using a VPN on your Nvidia Shield offers many benefits, like access to more blocked content and added security while you torrent or browse. Find out which VPN is the best for Nvidia Shield.

By Anna Millere — 25 Feb'21 Last Updated: 20 Feb'25

How to Clear Cookies on Android in 2025: House-Cleaning

As you browse the web, information about where you’ve been and what you’ve done can stick around on your device. These bits of data are cookies, and this guide will show you how to clear them on Android phones.

By Sapphire Fox — 22 Feb'21 Last Updated: 25 Sep'24

How to Delete Your WhatsApp Account in 2025: Scorched Earth

Deleting WhatsApp from your device may seem like it should be as easy as any other app. However, if you want to stop Facebook from holding onto your data, you’ll need to read on and learn how to delete your WhatsApp account entirely.

By Sapphire Fox — 15 Feb'21 Last Updated: 15 Nov'24

Identity Theft Statistics, Facts and Trends You Need to Know in 2025

Identity theft is and will remain a large threat to online security. However, as attacks get more sophisticated, so do the security measures. Here, we’ve gathered the top identity theft statistics, trends and facts to keep you safe.

By Samuel Okoruwa — 03 Feb'21 Last Updated: 20 Sep'24
Facts checked by Alison Spedale

Best VPN for Chromebooks: Keeping it Simple in 2025

The Chrome operating system doesn’t get much love in the VPN app world, and although Chromebooks have decent security, they still have vulnerabilities when connected. Luckily, our guide below will help you choose the best VPN for Chromebook.

By Sandra Pattison — 28 Jan'21 Last Updated: 24 Feb'25