{"id":100755,"date":"2018-05-24T14:00:27","date_gmt":"2018-05-24T14:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=100755"},"modified":"2025-07-01T23:28:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T06:28:13","slug":"the-7-best-vpns-of-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/the-7-best-vpns-of-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"The 7 best VPN of 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

VPNs have become a must-have for browsing the internet: they make you more secure while visiting websites and they get rid of all kinds of restrictions. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Today at Softonic we\u2019re bringing you our top 7 VPNs, a list where you can get to know the best VPNs on the market. All of them have versions for different devices (Windows, Mac, iOS and Android<\/strong>) and in the description of each one, we\u2019ve discussed some of their features.<\/p>\n

HMA! Pro VPN<\/h2>\n

Hide My Ass! Pro VPN is a fantastic VPN app that has earned a good reputation thanks to the myriad of options available: speed, broadband and unlimited server changes; the most secure protocols, compatibility with any service (including Netflix) and up to 5 connections per license. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Also, it boasts of being the VPN service with the highest number of server locations: you can connect to 190 countries. <\/strong><\/p>\n

All this, plus quick and efficient customer service via chat or email and a 30-day guarantee<\/strong>, makes it a highly recommended option if you\u2019re looking for an excellent Premium VPN.<\/p>\n

If you buy a monthly plan, Hide My Ass!\u00a0Pro VPN \u00a0will cost you $6.99 a month<\/strong>, which is less than $84 for a full year of protection and security.<\/p>\n

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VyprVPN<\/h2>\n

Another highly recommended option is VyprVPN, a service backed by the Swiss company Golden Frog, seasoned experts in the tech world who advocate for an\u00a0open internet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Golden Frog is a transparent company that doesn\u2019t work with third parties. All their services are their own<\/strong>, so your privacy and security are completely guaranteed. In addition, since there aren\u2019t any intermediaries, the speed of VyprVPN is very high.<\/p>\n

VyprVPN boasts of 73 servers in 64 countries<\/strong>, with a NAT firewall that gives you an extra security layer. Also, it has a Kill Switch, which automatically blocks your connection when it detects that the VPN is disconnected.<\/p>\n

Although the price advertised at $6.67 Per\/Month<\/strong> when purchasing annual, you are currently running our Annual Special providing new subscribers with a 25% off discount<\/strong> of their first year, bringing VyprVPN down to the low cost of $5 Per\/Month!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Zenmate VPN<\/h2>\n

Zenmate is another great option for secure browsing. This VPN doesn\u2019t store any of your data and uses the latest encryption systems.<\/p>\n

Just like VyprVPN, it has a Kill Switch (which cuts internet when the VPN is disabled)<\/strong>, as well as an option to reconnect to the VPN worry-free when you restart your device.<\/p>\n

In addition, it has an adblocker feature, protection against malware and tracking bots, and extensions<\/strong> for the main browsers.<\/p>\n

If you get the monthly subscription to Zenmate, it will only cost you $2.80 a month.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Besides the VPN make sure that users can watch Netflix from any geos and they also offer a 30 days money back guarantee<\/p>\n

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Hotspot Shield<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ll continue our list with a veteran VPN: Hotspot Shield. This service, in our lives for a decade, now has 500 million users. <\/strong><\/p>\n

With this app, you\u2019ll access the internet completely securely (besides the VPN, it has an anti-malware shield) for $2.99 a month <\/strong>if you sign up for their biannual plan.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Panda VPN<\/h2>\n

Another security firm that offers its own VPN is Panda. This VPN can work across 5 simultaneous devices. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Panda VPN, on its Premium version, can be yours for $7,44 a month.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Avira Phantom VPN<\/h2>\n

Avira Phantom VPN is from the firm Avira, which also usually appears in the top annual antiviruses. With 36 virtual locations in 25 countries<\/strong>, it\u2019s the perfect VPN for your browsing needs.<\/p>\n

The Pro version of Avira Phantom has a price of only $3,70\u00a0a month<\/strong> if you go for a multi-device annual plan.<\/p>\n

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Avast Secureline VPN<\/h2>\n

The prestigious firm Avast, famous for its antivirus, also has a useful VPN service. Secureline offers you real privacy thanks to its 256-bit protection. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Avast Secureline VPN has 54 locations in 33 countries<\/strong>, so it provides you nearly unlimited access to any internet service.<\/p>\n

The best offering of Avast Secureline VPN includes protection for 5 devices at $5.33 a month. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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