{"id":225142,"date":"2026-09-30T19:33:02","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T16:33:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/?p=225142"},"modified":"2026-09-30T19:33:20","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T16:33:20","slug":"hotspot-shield-vs-safeshell-vpn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/ar\/hotspot-shield-vs-safeshell-vpn","title":{"rendered":"Hotspot Shield vs SafeShell VPN: Which Wins in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id225142_569856-22 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id225142_569856-22 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id225142_569856-22 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:80px;max-width:1080px;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-right:0rem;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:0rem;grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id225142_569856-22 > 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.kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn225142_d3b1c0-26 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-full kb-btn-global-outline kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">TRY NOW<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u26a1 Quick Verdict:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield has a $0 free plan and Premium at $7.99\/month. SafeShell <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-japan\" title=\"VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166266\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VPN<\/a> starts at $5.99\/month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield suits free use and raw speed. SafeShell VPN suits streaming, gaming, and per-app routing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key difference:<\/strong> SafeShell&#8217;s App Mode connects different apps to different regions at once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Our pick:<\/strong> SafeShell VPN for most users. It wins on streaming, privacy, gaming, and app control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hotspot-shield-vs-SafeShell-VPN.png\" alt=\"hotspot shield vs SafeShell VPN\" class=\"wp-image-225147\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hotspot-shield-vs-SafeShell-VPN.png 800w, https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hotspot-shield-vs-SafeShell-VPN-480x252.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The VPN with a free plan isn&#8217;t the one we&#8217;d pick first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield VPN is older, bigger, and known for speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SafeShell VPN is newer and built around streaming and gaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both promise a secure connection and fast streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But their privacy records and feature sets are very different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how they compare, point by point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='overview'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Hotspot Shield vs SafeShell VPN comparison covers pricing, speed, privacy, streaming, and gaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We reviewed documentation, pricing pages, and user reviews for both tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writers also spent hands-on time with each one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those notes appear in the &#8220;What Our Team Noticed&#8221; sections below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By the end, you&#8217;ll know which VPN fits your 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7.kb-button{font-size:19px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/safe-shell-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try SafeShell for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Hotspot Shield?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield creates an encrypted VPN tunnel for your internet traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It hides your real IP address from websites and trackers on public Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its biggest selling point is speed, powered by the Hydra protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield hosts a large server network with P2P support on every server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield offers a free version, but the real power sits in Hotspot Shield Premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/Q4cC32cGdms?si=s2pb6Pwunt-viQR0\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow 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wp-image-32515\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-22.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-22-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 4.0\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 Premium from $7.99\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">A speed-first VPN with a free plan and the Hydra protocol. Premium covers up to ten devices. Our Hotspot Shield VPN review has the full breakdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY HOTSPOT SHIELD NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/hotspot-shield\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/how-to-use-hotspot-shield\">HOTSPOT SHIELD TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='hotspot-shield-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotspot Shield Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what the Hotspot Shield subscription options cost in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>Light browsing on one device<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium<\/td><td>$7.99\/month<\/td><td>Streaming, speed, and up to 10 devices<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pricing verified September 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image4de78c_020685 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image4de78c_020685 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-pricing-1.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> No trial is needed. Hotspot Shield Free is ad-supported, works on one device, and uses one US location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> Paid plans include a 45 day money back guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> Sources disagree on how much data the free plan allows. Some list 500 MB per day. Others say traffic is unlimited. You can pay by credit card or PayPal, but not Bitcoin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Price check:<\/strong> The $7.99 rate reflects annual billing. Month-to-month billing runs $12.99. A Family plan covers five users for $19.99 monthly or $11.99 on annual billing. Most VPN providers charge $3 to $5 per month on annual plans. Watch for Hotspot Shield deals. Confirm the price at checkout.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, 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#ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of Hotspot Shield<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what makes Hotspot Shield worth a look:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image916bca_0933b5 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image916bca_0933b5 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-7-10.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Top Benefits\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hydra Protocol:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s Hydra protocol is a proprietary VPN protocol. It&#8217;s built for speed and security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Room for Devices:<\/strong> One premium account supports 10 simultaneous connections. That covers phones, laptops, and a TV.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unlimited Bandwidth:<\/strong> Paid plans have no data caps. You can stream and download all day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Streaming Servers:<\/strong> Premium users get dedicated servers for platforms like Netflix and Disney+.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kill Switch:<\/strong> It blocks internet access if the VPN connection drops. Your traffic never leaks by accident.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long Refund Window:<\/strong> You get 45 days to ask for your money back. Most rivals give 30 or fewer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagea26b59_39e723 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagea26b59_39e723 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-41.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield homepage\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='what-our-team-noticed'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-ai-essay-writer\" title=\"writer\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">writer<\/a> signed up for Hotspot Shield and used it for everyday browsing and streaming. Here&#8217;s what stood out:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image5c2cc8_8f595e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image5c2cc8_8f595e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-31.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Personal Experience\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='hotspot-shield-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotspot Shield Pros &amp; Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u2705-pros'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free plan for light, ad-supported use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hydra protocol delivers fast connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>45-day money-back guarantee on paid plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Split tunneling for apps and websites<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u274c-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Cons<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Logs session data, including bandwidth and domains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kill switch only works with the Hydra protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pricier than most VPN services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div 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#3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-safeshell-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is SafeShell VPN?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SafeShell VPN is a newer VPN built for streaming, gaming, and online privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its website lists GearUP Portal Pte. Ltd. as the company behind it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It hides your IP address and shields your online activities from hackers and surveillance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its standout tool is App Mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">App Mode lets different apps connect to different regions at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It holds 4.6\/5 on Trustpilot and 3.9\/5 on the App Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reviewers praise its App Mode, fast connection, and user-friendly design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The brand invites you to &#8220;experience SafeShell and discover a new level of online freedom.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"SafeShell VPN Review 2026 \u2013 Is This the Best Streaming VPN Right Now?\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/30AFZg7OMpc?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:400px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a{max-width:400px;}.image-is-svg.kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a{-webkit-flex:0 1 100%;flex:0 1 100%;}.image-is-svg.kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a img{width:100%;}.kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image97872_00a6cf-0a size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SafeShell-VPN-CTA.png\" alt=\"SafeShell VPN CTA\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-97896\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SafeShell-VPN-CTA.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SafeShell-VPN-CTA-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udfc6 Winner: SafeShell VPN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 4.3\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 From $5.99\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">A streaming-first VPN with App Mode, Game Mode, and subtitle translation. New users get a 3-day free trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/safe-shell-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY SAFESHELL VPN NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/safeshell-vpn\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/how-to-use-safeshell-vpn\">SAFESHELL VPN TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='safeshell-vpn-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SafeShell VPN Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what a SafeShell subscription costs in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>3 Months<\/td><td>$24.99\/month<\/td><td>Seasonal streaming or a sports season<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Year<\/td><td>$59.99\/month<\/td><td>Long-term daily use<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Week<\/td><td>$5.99\/month<\/td><td>Short trips or quick testing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pricing verified September 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image5682c3_835a3e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image5682c3_835a3e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-pricing.png\" alt=\"SafeShell pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> New users who haven&#8217;t subscribed before get a 3-day free trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> A 7-day money-back guarantee covers your first purchase only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> SafeShell accepts credit cards, PayPal, Google Play, Apple Pay, WeChat Pay, and Alipay. There&#8217;s no permanent free version.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Price check:<\/strong> Some sources list different SafeShell prices. They show $9.99 monthly, $49.99 yearly, and $3.99 weekly. Plans renew on their own unless you cancel at least 24 hours before expiry. 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wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/safe-shell-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try SafeShell for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-safeshell-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of SafeShell VPN<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what makes SafeShell VPN worth a look:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image8bc3e5_12b29d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image8bc3e5_12b29d size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-top-benefits.png\" alt=\"SafeShell top benefits\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>App Mode:<\/strong> Connect apps to multiple regions simultaneously. You can be in multiple locations at once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>QUIC Disguise:<\/strong> SafeShell wraps VPN traffic with QUIC technology. This helps it get past strict censorship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ShellGuard Protocol:<\/strong> Its in-house protocol encrypts your data. It pairs with a zero-logs policy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Game Mode:<\/strong> It picks faster routes for online <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-xbox\" title=\"games\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166268\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">games<\/a>. That means lower latency and quicker responses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subtitle Translation:<\/strong> Subtitles translate into more than 30 languages. Foreign videos become easier to follow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No Speed Limits:<\/strong> Every plan includes unlimited, high speed access. There are no speed limits on any tier.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagef365ef_af0af9 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagef365ef_af0af9 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SafeShell-VPN-homepage.png\" alt=\"SafeShell homepage\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns97872_ec64e5-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns97872_ec64e5-13{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/safe-shell-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try SafeShell for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='what-our-team-noticed-1'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writer signed up for SafeShell VPN and used it for streaming and gaming. Here&#8217;s what stood out:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagefe31a8_bdba42 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagefe31a8_bdba42 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SafeShell-VPN-personal-experience.png\" alt=\"SafeShell personal experience\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='safeshell-vpn-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SafeShell VPN Pros &amp; Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u2705-pros-1'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>App Mode routes different apps through different regions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Game Mode lowers latency for online games<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>QUIC-based traffic disguise helps bypass censorship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zero-logs policy backed by the ShellGuard protocol<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u274c-cons-1'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Cons<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only a 7-day money-back guarantee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No permanent free version<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mixed feedback on refunds and customer support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .site .entry-content 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#ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/safe-shell-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try SafeShell for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='feature-comparison'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feature Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how Hotspot Shield and SafeShell VPN compare across nine features, plus pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Hotspot Shield<\/th><th>SafeShell VPN<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Starting Price<\/td><td>$0 (Premium $7.99\/month)<\/td><td>$5.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Free Plan<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c (3-day trial)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Own Protocol<\/td><td>\u2705 Hydra<\/td><td>\u2705 ShellGuard<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Per-App Routing<\/td><td>\u2705 Split tunneling<\/td><td>\u2705 App Mode<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Game Mode<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Subtitle Translation<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Browser Extensions<\/td><td>\u2705 Chrome &amp; Firefox<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Linux App<\/td><td>\u2705 Command line<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Money-Back Guarantee<\/td><td>45 days<\/td><td>7 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best For<\/td><td>Free use and raw speed<\/td><td>Streaming, gaming, app routing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='1-speed-performance'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Speed &amp; Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield markets itself as the fastest VPN. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s speeds come from its Hydra protocol. It was recognized in 2026 for high speeds and streaming. In third-party speed tests, Hotspot Shield recorded 210 Mbps in the UK. US results reached 190 Mbps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagebdb52b_b3878b .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagebdb52b_b3878b size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-3-27.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Fastest VPN\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell&#8217;s Super Servers are VPN servers built for heavy streaming loads. Trustpilot reviewers often praise its fast connection. On either tool, a local server gives you the fastest download speed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagefbb2d8_299abc .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagefbb2d8_299abc size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-Super-Servers.png\" alt=\"SafeShell Super Servers\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Few sources publish upload speeds for either VPN. Run your own speed tests during the refund or trial window.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='2-protocols-censorship-bypass'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Protocols &amp; Censorship Bypass<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hydra is Hotspot Shield&#8217;s own protocol, tuned for speed. The apps also offer WireGuard and IKEv2. Some reviewers <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/question-ai\" title=\"question\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166263\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">question<\/a> closed protocols because outsiders can&#8217;t inspect the code.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image79aecd_b0705c .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image79aecd_b0705c size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-Patented-Hydra-protocol.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Patented Hydra protocol\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell encrypts data with its own ShellGuard protocol. It also disguises VPN traffic with QUIC technology. That helps it slip past strict censorship in any country. IPv6 networks are supported too.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image08b8ce_b290d0 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image08b8ce_b290d0 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-IPv6-Support.png\" alt=\"SafeShell IPv6 Support\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='3-encryption-leak-protection'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Encryption &amp; Leak Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Traffic is locked with AES-256 encryption. The kill switch blocks internet access if the VPN connection drops. But it only works with Hydra and turns off on WireGuard or IKEv2.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image0b3974_159f44 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image0b3974_159f44 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1-32.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Military-grade Encryption\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell adds DNS Leak Protection to keep lookups inside the tunnel. Your internet provider can&#8217;t see which websites you visit. That covers a common gap in cheaper VPN services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image1eb7b5_84e5fd .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1eb7b5_84e5fd size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-DNS-Leak-Protection.png\" alt=\"SafeShell DNS Leak Protection\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group warning-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> Reviewers have flagged the Windows kill switch as unreliable. Keep Hydra selected if a dropped connection would expose you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='4-privacy-logging'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Privacy &amp; Logging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield claims a strict no-logs policy and cites a 2023 <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-seo-audit-tools\" title=\"audit\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166261\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">audit<\/a>. Critics note that no independent audit report verifies it. Hotspot Shield logs IP addresses at the start of VPN sessions and deletes them afterward. It also keeps session length, bandwidth, and visited domains in anonymized form. The privacy Hotspot Shield offers is its weakest link.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image7d4584_6380a2 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image7d4584_6380a2 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-Military-grade-encryption.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Military-grade encryption\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell follows a zero-logs policy for user activity. It hides your IP address and keeps browsing data off its servers. No public audit report backs this up yet, so treat it as a promise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group warning-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield is based in the US, a Five Eyes member. It hasn&#8217;t published a transparency report since 2019. The free version also shares data with third-party advertisers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='5-server-network'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Server Network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s servers number over 1,800 across 80 countries. P2P traffic works on all of them. You can switch virtual location from the app in two taps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image32ecfe_b8dd91 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image32ecfe_b8dd91 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-4-27.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield 80+ Virtual Locations\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell lists over 70 regional server locations to keep latency low. Its site also promises access to over 100 locations without getting blocked. Coverage is smaller, but it spans the main streaming regions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='6-streaming'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Streaming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield works with US Netflix, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-hulu\" title=\"Hulu\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166275\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hulu<\/a>, HBO Max, Disney+, and Prime Video on Premium. It reaches Netflix libraries in the US, UK, Germany, Japan, and Canada. Reviewers testing Hotspot Shield also got BBC iPlayer, ITV, and Channel 4 working. Hotspot Shield performed well overall, with two reported misses: 9Now and 10 Play. Its streaming is generally reliable, and unlimited bandwidth means no data caps while you watch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image3f7f8c_6007a0 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image3f7f8c_6007a0 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-Unlimited-bandwidth.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Unlimited bandwidth\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> Professional Streaming servers target Netflix, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-ai-avatar-generators-for-youtube-videos\" title=\"YouTube\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166267\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a>, and Disney+. Trustpilot reviewers praise smooth, high-quality playback. App Mode lets one app use a US library while others stay local.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imageeea18d_60b013 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imageeea18d_60b013 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-Professional-Streaming.png\" alt=\"SafeShell Professional Streaming\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free version doesn&#8217;t unblock any streaming services. Dedicated streaming servers are for premium accounts only.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='7-split-tunneling-vs-app-mode'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Split Tunneling vs App Mode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s split tunneling lets you choose which apps or websites use the VPN. Everything else uses your normal internet connection. It&#8217;s handy for banking apps that block VPN IPs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> App Mode goes further. You assign different apps to different VPN locations at once. For example, YouTube can use Japan while Facebook uses the UK. Global Mode sends all traffic through one location instead. The result is a personalized connection experience for each app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image11931f_a33e4d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image11931f_a33e4d size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-App-Mode.png\" alt=\"SafeShell App Mode\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='8-gaming-extras'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Gaming &amp; Extras<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> There&#8217;s no dedicated gaming mode. Hydra&#8217;s speed still helps with big game downloads and patches.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> Game Mode finds faster routes to gaming servers. That cuts latency and speeds up responses in online matches.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image705290_033541 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image705290_033541 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-Game-mode.png\" alt=\"SafeShell Game mode\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SafeShell also adds two extras. Subtitle translation covers more than 30 languages for a comfortable viewing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image4d943b_15feb0 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image4d943b_15feb0 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-Subtitle-Translation.png\" alt=\"SafeShell Subtitle Translation\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SafeNet AdBlock is the second extra. It blocks ads while you <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/browse-ai\" title=\"browse\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166262\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">browse<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagec8c87b_d9f4ef .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagec8c87b_d9f4ef size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-SafeNet-Adblock.png\" alt=\"SafeShell SafeNet AdBlock\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='9-devices-apps'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Devices &amp; Apps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> The Hotspot Shield app covers Windows and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager-for-mac\" title=\"Mac\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166276\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mac<\/a>, plus Android and iOS apps for mobile. Linux gets a command line app, and Fire TV covers smart TVs. The Windows app connects in a few seconds. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s mobile apps add split tunneling. The Android app auto-connects on unsecured networks, and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/accounting-software-for-mac\" title=\"iOS\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166277\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iOS<\/a> offers Always-on VPN. The Mac app lacks auto-connect and keyboard shortcuts. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox let you change locations fast. Premium allows 10 simultaneous device connections.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagea1efd3_18844d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagea1efd3_18844d size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-5-20.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield 10 Devices with One Account\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell supports iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS. It also runs on Apple TV, Android TV, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-ai-note-taker-app-for-ipad\" title=\"iPad\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166273\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iPad<\/a>, and Apple Vision Pro. Multi-Device Support lets one account cover your phone, laptop, and TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image8c0b97_c83e9a .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image8c0b97_c83e9a size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/safeshell-Multi-Device-Support.png\" alt=\"SafeShell Multi-Device Support\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='10-pricing-cost'  id=\"boomdevs_26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Pricing &amp; Cost<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s compare the pricing plans side by side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Hotspot Shield<\/th><th>SafeShell VPN<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium<\/td><td>$7.99\/month<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Week<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>$5.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3 Months<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>$24.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Year<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>$59.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Money-Back Guarantee<\/td><td>45 days<\/td><td>7 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> You get a real free plan and a much longer refund window. Premium costs more than most rivals, though. The Family plan adds value if you share with friends or family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> There&#8217;s no free plan, but the 3-day free trial period lets you test everything. The refund window is short at 7 days. Cancel at least 24 hours before renewal to avoid another charge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='different-scenarios'  id=\"boomdevs_27\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Different Scenarios<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>If You Need&#8230;<\/th><th>Choose<\/th><th>Why<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>A free VPN<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Only one with a free plan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multi-region streaming<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><td>App Mode splits apps by region<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Low-latency gaming<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><td>Game Mode picks faster routes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Censorship bypass<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><td>QUIC disguises VPN traffic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Linux or Fire TV<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Command line and TV apps<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A long refund window<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>45 days vs 7 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Beginner-friendly<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><td>Simple, user friendly design<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udcb0 Your Budget<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you can&#8217;t spend anything, Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free VPN is your only option here. If you can pay, SafeShell&#8217;s trial lets you test before you commit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udd0c Your Devices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Linux users and Fire TV owners should lean toward Hotspot Shield. Apple TV, Android TV, and Vision Pro owners will find SafeShell more compatible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udfac Your Streaming Habits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield handles the big platforms well on Premium. SafeShell adds App Mode and subtitle translation for multi-region viewing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 Your Experience Level<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hotspot Shield process is simple: sign up, install, and tap connect. SafeShell is easy to navigate, and App Mode takes minutes to customize.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udd93 Free Trials and Demos<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try Hotspot Shield Free first to get a feel for the interface. Then use SafeShell&#8217;s 3-day trial to test App Mode on your own apps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udedf Support Options<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield&#8217;s support team offers live chat support, but only for premium users. SafeShell uses website contact options, and Trustpilot reviews mention slow refunds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='switching-guide'  id=\"boomdevs_28\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Switching Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Already using one of these tools? Here&#8217;s what to expect if you switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group migration-card from-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\ud83d\udd04-switching-from-hotspot-shield-to-safeshell-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from Hotspot Shield to SafeShell VPN?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 What you&#8217;ll gain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>App Mode for per-app regions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Game Mode for lower latency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A zero-logs policy and QUIC censorship bypass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c What you&#8217;ll lose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The free plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 45-day refund window<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Linux and Fire TV apps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccb How to switch:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cancel your Hotspot Shield plan before it renews.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a SafeShell account and start the 3-day trial.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up App Mode for your streaming and gaming apps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group migration-card from-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\ud83d\udd04-switching-from-safeshell-vpn-to-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from SafeShell VPN to Hotspot Shield?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 What you&#8217;ll gain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A free plan for light use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chrome and Firefox extensions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>P2P support on every server<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c What you&#8217;ll lose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>App Mode multi-region routing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subtitle translation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Game Mode<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccb How to switch:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turn off SafeShell auto-renew at least 24 hours before billing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign up for Hotspot Shield Premium or the free plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install the app and pick Hydra so the kill switch stays active.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-our-review-didn-t-cover'  id=\"boomdevs_31\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Review Didn&#8217;t Cover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This comparison focused on individual users who stream, game, and browse. We didn&#8217;t run our own IP leak protection checks or evaluate dedicated IP address options. Router setups and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/best-ai-tools-for-business\" title=\"business\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166260\">business<\/a> team plans weren&#8217;t part of this review either. Our notes reflect the September 2026 versions, so future improvements may change the picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='final-verdict'  id=\"boomdevs_32\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Winner<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\ud83d\udcb0 Pricing &amp; Free Plan<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u26a1 Speed<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udfac Streaming<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udd12 Privacy &amp; Logging<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udfae Gaming<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udd0c App Control<\/td><td>SafeShell VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udedf Refunds &amp; Support<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\ud83c\udfc6 Overall Winner<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SafeShell VPN<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group winner-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id='\ud83c\udfc6-winner-safeshell-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_33\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfc6 WINNER: SAFESHELL VPN<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SafeShell VPN wins 4 out of 7 categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Multi-region streaming, low-latency gaming, censorship bypass<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s no single best VPN for everyone. Hotspot Shield is about raw speed and a free entry point. SafeShell is about control over where each app connects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;d recommend Hotspot Shield for free use, Linux, or a long refund window. Its logging practices are the main reason it lands second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most people who stream and game, SafeShell VPN is the better pick. Its privacy promises are cleaner on paper. 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Here&#8217;s how it compares to other VPN services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-hotspot-shield\" title=\"Hotspot Shield vs NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166269\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotspot Shield vs NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> a free plan, a 45-day refund window, and the Hydra protocol<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn\" title=\"NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166278\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a> wins on:<\/em> an audited no-logs policy, Threat Protection malware blocking, and a base outside Five Eyes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expressvpn\" title=\"ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166272\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> a no-cost tier, P2P on every server, and a longer refund period<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ExpressVPN wins on:<\/em> repeated privacy audits, the Lightway protocol, and a British Virgin Islands base<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn\" title=\"ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166271\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> Hydra-powered speeds, dedicated streaming servers, and live chat for paying users<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ProtonVPN wins on:<\/em> Swiss privacy law, open-source apps, and an ad-free free plan<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='more-of-safeshell-vpn-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_35\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of SafeShell VPN Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how SafeShell VPN stacks up against other competitors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/purevpn-vs-safeshell-vpn\" title=\"SafeShell VPN vs PureVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166265\">SafeShell VPN vs PureVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>SafeShell VPN wins on:<\/em> App Mode, Game Mode, and built-in subtitle translation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/purevpn\" title=\"PureVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166279\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PureVPN<\/a> wins on:<\/em> a larger server network, a dedicated IP add-on, and a 31-day refund window<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/cyberghost-vs-safeshell-vpn\" title=\"SafeShell VPN vs CyberGhost\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166270\">SafeShell VPN vs CyberGhost<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>SafeShell VPN wins on:<\/em> QUIC-based censorship bypass, per-app regions, and faster gaming routes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>CyberGhost wins on:<\/em> a 45-day refund on longer plans, streaming-labeled servers, and a bigger network<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafeShell VPN vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/surfshark\" title=\"Surfshark\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166264\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Surfshark<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>SafeShell VPN wins on:<\/em> multi-region routing, subtitle translation, and WeChat Pay or Alipay checkout<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Surfshark wins on:<\/em> unlimited simultaneous connections, an audited no-logs policy, and a 30-day refund window<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns97872_ec64e5-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns97872_ec64e5-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns97872_ec64e5-13{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns97872_ec64e5-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap 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#3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn97872_d3638e-b7 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/safe-shell-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try SafeShell for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 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The Hydra protocol is fast, and Premium unblocks major platforms. Privacy is the weak spot because it logs some session data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is Hotspot Shield free vs paid?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The free plan is ad-supported, covers one device, and uses one US location. Paid plans add 80+ countries, streaming access, 10 devices, and live chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Does Hotspot Shield VPN keep logs?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It keeps some. It logs your IP address during each session, plus anonymized bandwidth, duration, and domain data. It says browsing history isn&#8217;t logged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is Hotspot Shield VPN fast?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Third-party tests show around 210 Mbps in the UK and 190 Mbps in the US. 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