I was wrong about VPNs
NetworkChuck
Jun 15, 2026
VPNs are often marketed as magic security pills, but they aren't invisibility cloaks. While they effectively hide traffic metadata from ISPs and provide geo-location flexibility, they do not replace good digital hygiene or protect you from phishing. The real value lies in choosing a trusted provider and using them for specific use cases.
Key insight: A VPN provider's 'no logs' claim is only as good as its independent audits and jurisdiction, as shown when some providers have actually handed over data to law enforcement despite contrary marketing.
