About

AdGuard VPN is a cybersecurity service originating from Cyprus, offering a Virtual Private Network solution that utilizes a proprietary protocol to encrypt user data, disguise traffic, hide IP and location, and enforce no-logging policies. Launched as a freemium and proprietary product, it allows users to exclude websites based on preference and supports connectivity on up to 10 devices across 65+ worldwide locations. Its comprehensive product features include a privacy-focused design, lightweight operation, encrypted VPN, Kill Switch, no logs or tracking, tracker blocking, spam filtering, and support for OpenVPN and PGP Encryption. It is available across a wide range of platforms including Mac, Windows, Android, iPhone, Android Tablet, iPad, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Android TV, and Mozilla Firefox. While positioned as a companion to the AdGuard app and offering a budget price, user reviews indicate challenges with connectivity, particularly on iPhone and Mac over Wi-Fi, issues with DNS server stability, and frequent disconnections. The service has also faced criticism for a perceived lack of transparency regarding its proprietary protocol and the absence of independent audits or transparency reports, with some users comparing it unfavorably to competitors like NordVPN.