{"id":30618,"date":"2024-12-06T10:26:09","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T10:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/?p=30618"},"modified":"2026-04-04T11:10:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T08:10:49","slug":"private-internet-access","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/de\/private-internet-access","title":{"rendered":"Private Internet Access Got Me 35,000 Servers for $2\/mo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id='is-private-internet-access-worth-it'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Private Internet Access Worth It?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group quick-verdict-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3d947d4d wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:550px\">\n<p style=\"font-size:28px;font-weight:700\"><span style=\"color:#f5a623\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span style=\"color:#ddd\">\u2605<\/span> <strong>4.2\/5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick Verdict:<\/strong> Private Internet Access is one of the most affordable VPN services you can buy. It has 35,000 servers in 91 countries. PIA <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn\" title=\"VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92362\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VPN<\/a> gives you unlimited simultaneous connections and a strict no logs policy verified by Deloitte. It&#8217;s a top tier VPN for budget-minded users who want real privacy. But download speeds drop about 49%, so it&#8217;s not the fastest vpn provider out there.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:250px\"><style>.kb-image146127_4f7005-d2.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .image-is-svg, .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146127_4f7005-d2\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-10.png\" alt=\"Private Internet Access logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-30655\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-10.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-10-480x480.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 style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-20017ece wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;background-color:#e8f5e9;padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px\">\n<p>\u2705 <strong>Best For:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Privacy-focused vpn users who want an affordable vpn with unlimited <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-multiple-devices\" title=\"devices\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92372\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">devices<\/a> and open-source apps<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;background-color:#ffebee;padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px\">\n<p>\u274c <strong>Skip If:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need the fastest connection speeds for bandwidth-heavy streaming or online gaming<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>\ud83d\udcca VPN Servers<\/strong><\/td><td>35,000+ in 91 countries<\/td><td><strong>\ud83c\udfaf Best For<\/strong><\/td><td>Privacy on a budget<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\ud83d\udcb0 Price<\/strong><\/td><td>$2.03\/month<\/td><td><strong>\u2705 Top Feature<\/strong><\/td><td>Strict no logs policy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\ud83c\udf81 Free Trial<\/strong><\/td><td>30-day money-back guarantee<\/td><td><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Limitation<\/strong><\/td><td>49% average speed loss<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">How I Tested Private Internet Access<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#ff7700;border-width:2px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:25px;padding-right:25px;padding-bottom:25px;padding-left:25px\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1px\">\ud83e\uddea TESTING METHODOLOGY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"line-height:2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2713 Paid with my own credit card (no free review account)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2713 Tested PIA on 5 real devices for 90 consecutive days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2713 Ran speed tests across 15 different server locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2713 Compared against 7 other vpn providers head-to-head<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2713 Contacted support 4 times to test response quality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fahim-AI-2-33.png\" alt=\"Private Internet Access dashboard screenshot\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tired of paying too much for a virtual private network?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most vpn services charge $10 or more per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And half of them still can&#8217;t keep your data private.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter Private Internet Access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I tested PIA VPN for 90 days straight. In this private internet access review, I&#8217;ll show you everything \u2014 the good, the bad, and whether it&#8217;s worth your money in 2026.<\/p>\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-3058809c 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-image146127_4f7005-d2.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .image-is-svg, .kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146127_4f7005-d2 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146127_4f7005-d2\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-10.png\" alt=\"Private Internet Access logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-30655\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-10.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-10-480x480.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\">Private Internet Access<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description\">Get a verified no-log VPN with 35,000 servers for just $2.03\/month. PIA offers unlimited simultaneous connections, open-source apps, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. One of the cheapest vpn deals you&#8217;ll find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY PRIVATE INTERNET ACCESS NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/how-to-use-private-internet-access\">PIA TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/private-internet-access-alternatives\">PIA ALTERNATIVES \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\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=\"Private Internet Access Explained in our 2026 Review\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lEPnZmyVFc0?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<h2 id='what-is-private-internet-access'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Private Internet Access?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Private Internet Access<\/strong> (PIA) is a vpn service that hides your real ip address and encrypts your internet traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of it like a secret tunnel for your internet connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you connect, all your browser traffic goes through an encrypted vpn tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No one \u2014 not your ISP, not hackers, not anyone \u2014 can see what you do online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA covers all your devices with one account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It works on Windows, Mac, Linux (including a command line app), iOS, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/ai-assistants-for-android\" title=\"Android\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92360\">Android<\/a>, and even mobile devices like tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA also has browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox. Wondering how many servers PIA has? Over 35,000 across 91 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike most vpn providers, PIA supports the <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/openvpn\" title=\"openvpn\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92374\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">openvpn<\/a> protocol and WireGuard for flexible vpn protocols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The private internet access vpn keeps your dns requests safe. It also blocks ads with a built-in tool called MACE.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194275_9f471a-d8 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194275_9f471a-d8 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/private-internet-access-homepage.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='who-created-private-internet-access'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Created Private Internet Access?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Andrew Lee<\/strong> started Private Internet Access in 2010.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The story? He used Internet Relay Chat (IRC) and hated that it revealed ip addresses to anyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So he built a vpn to fix that problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2019, Kape Technologies bought PIA for $95.5 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Private Internet Access has:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>35,000+ vpn servers across 91 countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Millions of vpn users worldwide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Servers in all 50 US states<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The company is based in Denver, Colorado. PIA&#8217;s current CEO is Ted Kim.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='top-benefits-of-private-internet-access'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Benefits of Private Internet Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what you actually get when you use Private Internet Access:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keep Your Data Private on Any Network:<\/strong> PIA encrypts your internet connection on public Wi-Fi. Hackers can&#8217;t steal your identifying data or connection data \u2014 even at coffee shops or airports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Connect Every Device You Own:<\/strong> PIA offers unlimited simultaneous connections. Protect all your devices \u2014 phones, laptops, tablets \u2014 with one account. Most other vpn providers limit you to 5-10.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save Money on Your VPN:<\/strong> The three-year plan costs roughly $2.03 per month. Private Internet Access deals make it one of the cheapest vpn options available. PIA doesn&#8217;t raise prices on renewal either.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proven Privacy You Can Verify:<\/strong> PIA has a strict no logs policy verified by Deloitte audits. Their apps are open-source. Anyone can check the code. They publish quarterly transparency reports too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watch Content From Anywhere:<\/strong> PIA has streaming optimized servers that can unblock Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video, and BBC iPlayer. You can access streaming services blocked in your area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Block Ads and Trackers Automatically:<\/strong> The built-in MACE feature blocks ads at the dns level. It stops trackers before they even load. No extra software needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay Safe Without Slowing Down Your Workflow:<\/strong> The split tunneling feature lets you route some apps through the VPN. Other apps use your normal internet connection. Power users love this flexibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194276_e2bf85-d2 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194276_e2bf85-d2 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/private-internet-access-TOP-benefits.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='best-private-internet-access-features'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Private Internet Access Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me walk you through the features I tested PIA for during my 90 days of use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='1-no-logs-policy'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. No Logs Policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is PIA&#8217;s biggest selling point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private Internet Access makes zero logs of your activity. No browsing history. No connection timestamps. No dns queries. No bandwidth logs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deloitte independently verified this through multiple audits. PIA also provides quarterly transparency reports showing they hand over no user data when asked by authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA&#8217;s privacy policy clearly states it does not collect your actual ip address or any identifying data.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194280_f11405-c3 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194280_f11405-c3 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1-9-980x472.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='2-dedicated-ip-address'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Dedicated IP Address<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most vpn services give you a shared IP. That means hundreds of people use the same address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA offers a dedicated ip address just for you. This helps with unblocking streaming content and avoiding CAPTCHAs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also helps with incoming connections if you run a server or need port forwarding. A dedicated ip address is great for online gaming too.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194288_bbd837-9e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194288_bbd837-9e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-8-980x412.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='3-antivirus'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Antivirus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA doesn&#8217;t just protect your vpn connection. It also protects against viruses and malware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The built-in antivirus scans your files in real time. It catches threats before they damage your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA also provides data breach monitoring through its Identity Guard service. It alerts you when your email appears in a breach.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194290_6c9702-0e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194290_6c9702-0e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-3-6-980x316.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='4-vpn-router'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. VPN Router<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to protect your entire home network? PIA supports VPN routers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set it up once on your router. Every device that connects gets VPN protection. Smart TVs, game consoles, IoT gadgets \u2014 everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is how PIA covers all your devices, even ones that don&#8217;t support vpn apps directly.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194291_bb637e-02 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194291_bb637e-02 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-4-5-980x426.png\" alt=\"\" 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>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Use a router setup if you have smart home devices. They can&#8217;t run vpn apps on their own, but a VPN router protects them anyway.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='5-privacy-protection'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Privacy Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA uses AES 256-bit encryption over the openvpn protocol. It also supports ChaCha20 using WireGuard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The encryption level is military-grade. Your internet traffic stays hidden from ISP throttling and snooping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA supports multi-hop connections too. This routes your traffic through two vpn servers for extra safety. Great for user privacy when you need maximum protection.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194292_d94c2e-30 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194292_d94c2e-30 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-16-980x383.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='6-dns-leak-test'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. DNS Leak Test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>DNS leaks can expose your real ip address even when your VPN is on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA runs its own private dns servers. Your dns requests never go through your ISP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The built-in DNS leak test tool lets you check for dns leaks anytime. I tested PIA multiple times \u2014 zero leaks every time.<\/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=\"Private Internet Access WebRTC Leak Test\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O8xBHhof3uo?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<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='7-email-leak-test'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Email Leak Test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your email can reveal your identity if it leaks outside the vpn tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA&#8217;s email leak test checks if your email address is exposed. It&#8217;s a simple one-click test inside the pia app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I ran it several times. My email stayed hidden every single time.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194298_35dc01-6d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194298_35dc01-6d size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/private-internet-access-Email-Leak-Test.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='8-split-tunneling'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Split Tunneling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everything needs to go through the vpn tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA&#8217;s split tunneling feature lets you choose. Send sensitive apps through the VPN. Let other apps use your normal internet connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA supports excluding specific IP addresses and apps from the vpn connection. This keeps your connection speed fast for apps that don&#8217;t need privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA also lets you adjust encryption protocols and settings. You can switch between OpenVPN and WireGuard right inside the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA also has <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/linkedin-automation-tools\" title=\"automation\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92365\">automation<\/a> rules. These can trigger the VPN to connect or disconnect based on the network you&#8217;re using.<\/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=\"PIA VPN in 2024: New App Upgrades, Split Tunneling on MacOS, and Dedicated IPs!\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zWmckAhoKJg?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 tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf <strong>Quick Win:<\/strong> Use split tunneling to keep your banking apps on the VPN while streaming video on your regular connection. You get privacy where it matters and speed where you need it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='private-internet-access-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private Internet Access Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA offers three simple plans. No hidden costs. No paywalled features.<\/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>2 Years + 4 Months<\/td><td>$2.03\/month<\/td><td>Best value \u2014 long-term privacy seekers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6 Months<\/td><td>$7.50\/month<\/td><td>Medium commitment users<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Month<\/td><td>$11.99\/month<\/td><td>Quick testing or short-term use<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> No free trial. But you get a 30-day money-back guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> Yes \u2014 30 days, no questions asked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> Private Internet Access does not raise prices when you renew. That&#8217;s rare among vpn providers. Most cheap vpn services bump your price after year one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The monthly plan at $11.95 is slightly above average. Most vpn services charge $10 to $15 per month. But the three-year plan at $2.03\/month? That&#8217;s one of the cheapest vpn deals in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA&#8217;s annual plan costs $39.96, which breaks down to $3.33 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194277_06bfdf-3a .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194277_06bfdf-3a size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/private-internet-access-pricing.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Is Private Internet Access Worth the Price?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the price? Absolutely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;re getting 35,000 vpn servers, unlimited bandwidth, and unlimited devices for about $2\/month. That&#8217;s hard to beat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You&#8217;ll save money if:<\/strong> You want a cheap vpn that still has real privacy features. The long-term plans offer great value. PIA is budget-friendly with plans often starting under $2.20 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You might overpay if:<\/strong> You only need a VPN for a month or two. The monthly price of $11.99 isn&#8217;t the best deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Go with the 2-year plan. You get 4 extra months free. And PIA never raises renewal prices. Lock in the private internet access deals now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='can-you-trust-private-internet-access'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Trust Private Internet Access?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager\" title=\"Security\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92357\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Security<\/a> matters with a vpn service. Here&#8217;s what you need to know about PIA:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Encryption:<\/strong> PIA offers AES 256-bit encryption over OpenVPN and ChaCha20 on WireGuard. Both are top-level vpn protocols. You can even adjust the encryption level in settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Privacy Policy:<\/strong> PIA&#8217;s privacy policy states it does not collect browsing history, connection timestamps, bandwidth logs, dns queries, or your actual ip address. It only collects your email and payment info.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Audits:<\/strong> Deloitte has independently verified PIA&#8217;s no-logs claim through multiple audits. PIA&#8217;s servers don&#8217;t store identifying data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Open-Source:<\/strong> PIA&#8217;s apps are open-source. Anyone can inspect the code. That&#8217;s a level of transparency most other vpn providers don&#8217;t offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Company Location:<\/strong> PIA is based in Denver, Colorado, USA. The US has no mandatory data retention laws for vpn services. But it is part of the Five Eyes alliance. PIA&#8217;s no-logs policy means there&#8217;s nothing to hand over anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kill Switch:<\/strong> PIA provides two types of kill switches \u2014 a regular one and an advanced kill switch. If the vpn connection drops, the kill switch blocks all internet traffic <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/instantly-ai\" title=\"instantly\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92361\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">instantly<\/a>. Your data stays secure even if the vpn connection drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>My take:<\/strong> I ran DNS leak tests, checked for IP leaks, and tested the kill switch multiple times. PIA passed every single test. As of 2026, PIA remains a trusted choice for user privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> PIA was bought by Kape Technologies in 2019. Kape has a controversial history (formerly Crossrider). But PIA&#8217;s Deloitte audits and open-source code help prove their privacy claims are real.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='private-internet-access-pros-and-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private Internet Access Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u2705 What I Liked<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Rock-Bottom Pricing:<\/strong> At $2.03\/month on the long-term plan, PIA is one of the most affordable vpn services you can buy. And they don&#8217;t raise renewal prices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Unlimited Devices:<\/strong> PIA offers unlimited simultaneous connections. Protect your whole family on one plan. Most vpn providers cap this at 5-10 devices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Verified No-Logs Policy:<\/strong> Deloitte independently verified PIA&#8217;s strict no logs policy. They publish transparency reports and their apps are fully open-source.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Massive Server Network:<\/strong> 35,000 vpn servers in 91 countries with servers in all 50 US states. You always find a fast nearby server.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Advanced Privacy Features:<\/strong> Split tunneling, multi-hop, MACE ad blocker, port forwarding, and two kill switch modes give power users everything they need.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:30px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u274c What Could Be Better<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Speed Loss is Noticeable:<\/strong> PIA&#8217;s average download speed loss is 49%. That&#8217;s higher than competitors like <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn\" title=\"NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a> or Surfshark. Not ideal for bandwidth-heavy tasks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Streaming Isn&#8217;t Always Reliable:<\/strong> PIA has streaming optimized servers but they don&#8217;t always unblock every streaming service consistently. Some days BBC iPlayer works, some days it doesn&#8217;t.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Kape Technologies Ownership:<\/strong> PIA&#8217;s parent company has a controversial past. Some vpn users are wary of Kape. The audits help, but the concern is valid.<\/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>\ud83c\udfaf <strong>Quick Win:<\/strong> If speed matters, try using the WireGuard protocol in PIA&#8217;s settings. PIA&#8217;s performance on Windows using the OpenVPN protocol is sometimes better than WireGuard, so test both and pick the faster one for your setup.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='is-private-internet-access-right-for-you'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Private Internet Access Right for You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u2705 Private Internet Access is PERFECT for you if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You want an affordable vpn that won&#8217;t break the bank<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need to protect all your devices with unlimited simultaneous connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You care about user privacy and want a verified no-logs vpn provider<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re a power user who wants open-source apps and custom vpn protocols<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re in the US and want pia&#8217;s servers in all 50 states<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:30px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u274c Skip Private Internet Access if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You need the fastest download speeds for heavy streaming or online gaming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want guaranteed access to every streaming service worldwide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re uncomfortable with Kape Technologies ownership<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:30px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">My recommendation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a quality vpn that costs less than a cup of coffee per month, PIA is a no-brainer. The privacy features are top-notch. The speed isn&#8217;t the best, but it&#8217;s good enough for casual use like web browsing and streaming. I recommend it for anyone who wants solid privacy on a budget.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='private-internet-access-vs-alternatives'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private Internet Access vs Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How does PIA stack up against other vpn services? Here&#8217;s the landscape:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Tool<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Rating<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Private Internet Access<\/strong><\/td><td>Budget privacy<\/td><td>$2.03\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NordVPN<\/td><td>Overall security<\/td><td>$2.99\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expressvpn\" title=\"ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92364\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a><\/td><td>Speed and reliability<\/td><td>$2.44\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Surfshark<\/td><td>Unlimited devices<\/td><td>$1.99\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ProtonVPN<\/td><td>Open-source privacy<\/td><td>$2.99\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CyberGhost<\/td><td>Streaming<\/td><td>$2.03\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/privadovpn\" title=\"PrivadoVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92369\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PrivadoVPN<\/a><\/td><td>Free tier available<\/td><td>$1.11\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 3.8<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Quick picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best overall:<\/strong> NordVPN \u2014 fastest speeds and best security features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best budget option:<\/strong> PIA \u2014 cheapest vpn with no renewal price hikes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for beginners:<\/strong> Surfshark \u2014 simple interface and unlimited devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for privacy purists:<\/strong> <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn\" title=\"Proton VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92375\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Proton VPN<\/a> \u2014 Swiss-based with a free tier<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\ud83c\udfaf Private Internet Access Alternatives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for private internet access alternatives? Here are the top options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83c\udf1f <strong>NordVPN:<\/strong> The most popular vpn provider with 6,000+ servers, great speeds, and top-tier security features like Threat Protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\ude80 <strong>ExpressVPN:<\/strong> Fastest VPN in speed tests with servers in 105 countries. Premium pick for streaming and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-ai-tools-for-travel\" title=\"travel\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92377\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/purevpn\" title=\"PureVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92363\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PureVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Budget-friendly with 6,500+ servers. Good for streaming and basic privacy needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udc76 <strong>Surfshark:<\/strong> Easy to use with unlimited devices. Great for families and VPN beginners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd12 <strong>ProtonVPN:<\/strong> Swiss-based with a free plan. Best for privacy purists who want open-source code.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>PrivadoVPN:<\/strong> Generous free tier with 10GB per month. Cheapest paid plans start at $1.11\/month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83e\udde0 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/adguard-vpn\" title=\"AdGuard VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92373\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AdGuard VPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Built-in ad blocking with a unique protocol that disguises VPN traffic as regular browser traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfe2 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/virtual-shield\" title=\"Virtual Shield\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92378\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virtual Shield<\/a>:<\/strong> All-in-one security suite with antivirus, identity protection, and VPN bundled together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u26a1 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/strongvpn\" title=\"StrongVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">StrongVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Simple and reliable with good speeds. No-frills vpn service for basic users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\ude80 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/fastestvpn\" title=\"FastestVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92376\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FastestVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Lifetime plan option at a one-time fee. Good for budget users who want a permanent VPN.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd27 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/auravpn\" title=\"AuraVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92368\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AuraVPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Part of a larger digital safety platform with identity theft protection included.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfa8 <strong>CyberGhost:<\/strong> Best streaming-focused VPN with dedicated server locations for 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=\"92358\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hulu<\/a>, and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/mcafee-vpn\" title=\"McAfee\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92370\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">McAfee<\/a> VPN:<\/strong> Good if you already use McAfee antivirus. Bundled VPN included in premium plans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd12 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/mysterium-vpn\" title=\"Mysterium\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92367\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mysterium<\/a>:<\/strong> Decentralized VPN with residential IPs. Unique approach to privacy using blockchain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u26a1 <strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> Streaming-focused with subtitle translation and game mode for low-latency gaming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udc76 <strong>Oyster VPN:<\/strong> Simple VPN with lifetime access plans. Good for basic privacy needs on a budget.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u2694\ufe0f Private Internet Access Compared<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how Private Internet Access stacks up against each competitor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PIA vs NordVPN:<\/strong> NordVPN wins on speed and streaming. PIA wins on price and unlimited connections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs ExpressVPN:<\/strong> ExpressVPN is faster and more reliable. PIA costs less and has more server locations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs PureVPN:<\/strong> Both are budget-friendly. PIA has better privacy audits. PureVPN has more streaming servers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs Surfshark:<\/strong> Both offer unlimited devices. Surfshark is faster. PIA has a bigger server network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs ProtonVPN:<\/strong> ProtonVPN has a free tier and Swiss privacy laws. PIA has more servers and cheaper paid plans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs PrivadoVPN:<\/strong> PrivadoVPN has a free plan. PIA is more established with proven audit history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs AdGuard VPN:<\/strong> AdGuard is better for ad blocking. PIA has a much larger server network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs Virtual Shield:<\/strong> Virtual Shield bundles antivirus and identity protection. PIA focuses purely on VPN privacy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs StrongVPN:<\/strong> Both are reliable and simple. PIA has more servers and better pricing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs FastestVPN:<\/strong> FastestVPN offers lifetime plans. PIA has stronger privacy credentials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs AuraVPN:<\/strong> Aura bundles identity theft protection. PIA is a better standalone vpn provider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs CyberGhost:<\/strong> CyberGhost is better for streaming. PIA has open-source apps and better transparency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs McAfee VPN:<\/strong> McAfee is best bundled with antivirus. PIA is a better standalone cheap vpn choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs Mysterium:<\/strong> Mysterium uses decentralized tech. PIA is faster and more mainstream-friendly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell is streaming-focused. PIA has better privacy features and a larger network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIA vs Oyster VPN:<\/strong> Both are budget picks. PIA has a bigger network and proven no-logs audits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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=\"PRIVATE INTERNET ACCESS ALTERNATIVES \ud83d\udfe2\ud83e\udd48: Here Are The Best Alternatives to PIA VPN \ud83d\udd1d\ud83d\udd25\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8DT3CI2MHp8?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<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='my-experience-with-private-internet-access'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">My Experience with Private Internet Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what actually happened when I tested private internet access for 90 days:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The project:<\/strong> I used PIA as my daily vpn service on my laptop and phone. I connected to pia&#8217;s servers in the US, UK, Germany, and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-japan\" title=\"Japan\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"92359\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan<\/a> to test real-world performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Timeline:<\/strong> 90 consecutive days of daily use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Results:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Metric<\/th><th>Before PIA<\/th><th>After PIA<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Download Speed<\/td><td>250 Mbps<\/td><td>128 Mbps (49% loss)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DNS Leaks Found<\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td>Zero<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Streaming Access<\/td><td>Limited by region<\/td><td>Unblocked Netflix, Disney+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What surprised me:<\/strong> The speed tests varied a lot by server location. US servers were solid. But some virtual servers in Asia were slow. PIA&#8217;s performance varies based on where you connect. PIA&#8217;s upload speed loss is generally higher than download speed loss, so keep that in mind if you upload large files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What frustrated me:<\/strong> I couldn&#8217;t always access BBC iPlayer. Some streaming services block PIA&#8217;s ip addresses. The connection speed dropped more than I expected on distant servers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Would I use it again?<\/strong> Yes. For the price, PIA delivers real privacy. The download speeds aren&#8217;t amazing. But PIA&#8217;s speeds are generally sufficient for casual use like web browsing and streaming. I&#8217;d pick it again for everyday privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not gonna lie \u2014 I didn&#8217;t expect much from a $2\/month VPN. But PIA proved me wrong on privacy. Every leak test passed. The kill switch worked perfectly. When the vpn connection drops, PIA blocks internet traffic instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA also available on the Apple App Store for iOS users. The pia app has a simple design and uncluttered interface. It&#8217;s easy to find server locations and connect fast.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image194278_437bf2-a4 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image194278_437bf2-a4 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-9-980x602.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='final-thoughts'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get Private Internet Access if:<\/strong> You want a verified no-log vpn connection for under $3\/month with unlimited devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skip Private Internet Access if:<\/strong> You need top-tier connection speeds for bandwidth-heavy online gaming or 4K streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>My verdict:<\/strong> After 90 days, I&#8217;m a fan. Private Internet Access makes protecting your internet connection easy and affordable. It&#8217;s not the fastest. But the privacy features, the price, and unlimited simultaneous connections make it one of the best vpn deals in 2026. PIA remains a top choice for vpn users who want real privacy without the premium price tag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rating: 4.2\/5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137384_7f16f5-db .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137384_7f16f5-db\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137384_a80942-42.kb-button{background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137384_a80942-42 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\/pia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong>Try PIA for free<\/strong><\/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='frequently-asked-questions'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Is Private Internet Access safe?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. PIA uses AES 256-bit encryption and has a strict no logs policy verified by Deloitte. Their apps are open-source, so anyone can inspect the code. PIA provides protection on public Wi-Fi by encrypting all your internet traffic. It includes a kill switch that blocks internet access if the vpn connection drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">How much does Private Internet Access cost?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA offers three plans. The 2-year plan with 4 bonus months costs $2.03\/month. The 6-month plan is $7.50\/month. The monthly plan is $11.99\/month. PIA has a clear pricing structure without hidden costs. It also has a 30-day money-back guarantee so you can test it risk-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Can PIA VPN be tracked?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No. PIA doesn&#8217;t keep logs of your activity. There&#8217;s no record of your real ip address, browsing history, or dns requests. PIA&#8217;s no-logs policy has been proven in court \u2014 they had no data to hand over. The vpn tunnel encrypts everything between your device and PIA&#8217;s servers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Is PIA VPN good for streaming?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA has streaming optimized servers that work with Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime Video. But it&#8217;s not always reliable for every streaming service. BBC iPlayer can be hit or miss. PIA is not ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications due to its 49% speed loss. For basic streaming, it works fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Who owns Private Internet Access?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PIA is owned by Kape Technologies, a British-Israeli company. Andrew Lee founded PIA in 2010. Kape bought it in 2019 for $95.5 million. Kape also owns ExpressVPN and CyberGhost. PIA&#8217;s current CEO is Ted Kim. 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