{"id":225099,"date":"2026-09-29T22:22:18","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T19:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/?p=225099"},"modified":"2026-09-29T22:22:59","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T19:22:59","slug":"hotspot-shield-vs-namecheap-vpn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/hotspot-shield-vs-namecheap-vpn","title":{"rendered":"Hotspot Shield vs Namecheap VPN 2026: Worth Paying For?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id225099_797acc-63 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id225099_797acc-63 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id225099_797acc-63 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:80px;max-width:1080px;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-right:0rem;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:0rem;grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id225099_797acc-63 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id225099_797acc-63 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id225099_797acc-63 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id225099_797acc-63 alignfull wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kt-inner-column-height-full kb-theme-content-width\">\n<style>.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 14px 25px -10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5);border-top:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);}.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:20px;border-top-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-left-radius:20px;}.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column225099_87e39d-4a inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons225099_44d82e-e8{justify-content:center;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons225099_44d82e-e8 alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-225099_a3e638-e6 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_a3e638-e6 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#ffffff;font-size:50px;margin-top:-75px;background:#ff6900;border-color:var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-width:3px;border-radius:50%;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-stacked kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_a3e638-e6\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wlabel, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wlabel[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_wlabel\"]{display:block;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);margin-right:0rem;margin-bottom:0rem;margin-left:0rem;text-align:center;font-size:0.9em;line-height:1;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wlabel mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wlabel[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_wlabel\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wlabel img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wlabel[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_wlabel\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<span class=\"kt-adv-heading64217_wlabel wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color\">Winner<\/span>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-image.kb-image39609_88dbf5-3d:not(.kb-specificity-added):not(.kb-extra-specificity-added){margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kb-image39609_88dbf5-3d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image39609_88dbf5-3d size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Best-section-img-20.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-32794\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Best-section-img-20.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Best-section-img-20-480x120.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:flex-start;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column225099_363ebd-b5 kb-section-dir-horizontal inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons225099_4489d4-1c{justify-content:flex-start;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons225099_4489d4-1c alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-225099_5b28e1-10 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_5b28e1-10 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_5b28e1-10\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_4dd193-59 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_4dd193-59 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_4dd193-59\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_f5c5de-21 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_f5c5de-21 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_f5c5de-21\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_eee3e2-9e .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_eee3e2-9e .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_eee3e2-9e\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_62be96-d5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_62be96-d5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_62be96-d5\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wnum, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wnum[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_wnum\"]{display:block;font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-lg, 2rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wnum mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wnum[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_wnum\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wnum img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_wnum[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_wnum\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<span class=\"kt-adv-heading64217_wnum wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-black-color has-text-color\">3.5<\/span>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_c8fe3b-b3:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_c8fe3b-b3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_c8fe3b-b3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_c8fe3b-b3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:10px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_c8fe3b-b3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_c8fe3b-b3 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b475b5-c1 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#ff6900 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b475b5-c1 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b475b5-c1\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_bolt kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M295.973 160H180.572L215.19 30.184C219.25 14.956 207.756 0 192 0H56C43.971 0 33.8 8.905 32.211 20.828l-31.996 240C-1.704 275.217 9.504 288 24.004 288h118.701L96.646 482.466C93.05 497.649 104.659 512 119.992 512c8.35 0 16.376-4.374 20.778-11.978l175.973-303.997c9.244-15.967-2.288-36.025-20.77-36.025z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Patented Hydra Protocol<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_68e197-44 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#6366f1 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_68e197-44 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_68e197-44\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_database kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M448 73.143v45.714C448 159.143 347.667 192 224 192S0 159.143 0 118.857V73.143C0 32.857 100.333 0 224 0s224 32.857 224 73.143zM448 176v102.857C448 319.143 347.667 352 224 352S0 319.143 0 278.857V176c48.125 33.143 136.208 48.572 224 48.572S399.874 209.143 448 176zm0 160v102.857C448 479.143 347.667 512 224 512S0 479.143 0 438.857V336c48.125 33.143 136.208 48.572 224 48.572S399.874 369.143 448 336z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">1,800+ Servers in 80 Countries<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_8fec17-a7 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#ff6900 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_8fec17-a7 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_8fec17-a7\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_bullseye kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 72c101.689 0 184 82.295 184 184 0 101.689-82.295 184-184 184-101.689 0-184-82.295-184-184 0-101.689 82.295-184 184-184m0-64C119.033 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.033 248 248 248 248-111.033 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm0 184c35.29 0 64 28.71 64 64s-28.71 64-64 64-64-28.71-64-64 28.71-64 64-64m0-64c-70.692 0-128 57.308-128 128s57.308 128 128 128 128-57.308 128-128-57.308-128-128-128z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Unblocks 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=\"166065\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hulu<\/a> &amp; Disney+<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_c316ac-25 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#0ea5e9 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_c316ac-25 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_c316ac-25\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_puzzle-piece kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M519.442 288.651c-41.519 0-59.5 31.593-82.058 31.593C377.409 320.244 432 144 432 144s-196.288 80-196.288-3.297c0-35.827 36.288-46.25 36.288-85.985C272 19.216 243.885 0 210.539 0c-34.654 0-66.366 18.891-66.366 56.346 0 41.364 31.711 59.277 31.711 81.75C175.885 207.719 0 166.758 0 166.758v333.237s178.635 41.047 178.635-28.662c0-22.473-40-40.107-40-81.471 0-37.456 29.25-56.346 63.577-56.346 33.673 0 61.788 19.216 61.788 54.717 0 39.735-36.288 50.158-36.288 85.985 0 60.803 129.675 25.73 181.23 25.73 0 0-34.725-120.101 25.827-120.101 35.962 0 46.423 36.152 86.308 36.152C556.712 416 576 387.99 576 354.443c0-34.199-18.962-65.792-56.558-65.792z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Up to 10 <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=\"166054\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Devices<\/a> per Account<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_efd046-c2 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#10b981 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_efd046-c2 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_efd046-c2\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_gift kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M32 448c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32h160V320H32v128zm448-288h-42.1c6.2-12.1 10.1-25.5 10.1-40 0-48.5-39.5-88-88-88-41.6 0-68.5 21.3-103 68.3-34.5-47-61.4-68.3-103-68.3-48.5 0-88 39.5-88 88 0 14.5 3.8 27.9 10.1 40H32c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32v80c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h480c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32zm-326.1 0c-22.1 0-40-17.9-40-40s17.9-40 40-40c19.9 0 34.6 3.3 86.1 80h-86.1zm206.1 0h-86.1c51.4-76.5 65.7-80 86.1-80 22.1 0 40 17.9 40 40s-17.9 40-40 40zm-72 320h160c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32V320H288v160z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Free Plan Available<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b88afa-84 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#00d084 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b88afa-84 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b88afa-84\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_piggy-bank kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M560 224h-29.5c-8.8-20-21.6-37.7-37.4-52.5L512 96h-32c-29.4 0-55.4 13.5-73 34.3-7.6-1.1-15.1-2.3-23-2.3H256c-77.4 0-141.9 55-156.8 128H56c-14.8 0-26.5-13.5-23.5-28.8C34.7 215.8 45.4 208 57 208h1c3.3 0 6-2.7 6-6v-20c0-3.3-2.7-6-6-6-28.5 0-53.9 20.4-57.5 48.6C-3.9 258.8 22.7 288 56 288h40c0 52.2 25.4 98.1 64 127.3V496c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h64c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-48h128v48c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h64c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-80.7c11.8-8.9 22.3-19.4 31.3-31.3H560c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16V240c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16zm-128 64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16s7.2-16 16-16 16 7.2 16 16-7.2 16-16 16zM256 96h128c5.4 0 10.7.4 15.9.8 0-.3.1-.5.1-.8 0-53-43-96-96-96s-96 43-96 96c0 2.1.5 4.1.6 6.2 15.2-3.9 31-6.2 47.4-6.2z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">45-Day Money-Back Guarantee<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_f42b1e-85 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#00d084 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_f42b1e-85 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_f42b1e-85\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_dollar-sign kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 288 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M209.2 233.4l-108-31.6C88.7 198.2 80 186.5 80 173.5c0-16.3 13.2-29.5 29.5-29.5h66.3c12.2 0 24.2 3.7 34.2 10.5 6.1 4.1 14.3 3.1 19.5-2l34.8-34c7.1-6.9 6.1-18.4-1.8-24.5C238 74.8 207.4 64.1 176 64V16c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16h-32c-8.8 0-16 7.2-16 16v48h-2.5C45.8 64-5.4 118.7.5 183.6c4.2 46.1 39.4 83.6 83.8 96.6l102.5 30c12.5 3.7 21.2 15.3 21.2 28.3 0 16.3-13.2 29.5-29.5 29.5h-66.3C100 368 88 364.3 78 357.5c-6.1-4.1-14.3-3.1-19.5 2l-34.8 34c-7.1 6.9-6.1 18.4 1.8 24.5 24.5 19.2 55.1 29.9 86.5 30v48c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h32c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-48.2c46.6-.9 90.3-28.6 105.7-72.7 21.5-61.6-14.6-124.8-72.5-141.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Paid Plans from $7.99\/month<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns225099_ab29ff-3d{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-none, 0rem );flex-direction:column;align-items:center;justify-content:center;}.kt-btns225099_ab29ff-3d .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns225099_ab29ff-3d\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn225099_6b72b2-7b kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-full kb-btn-global-outline kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">TRY NOW<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 14px 25px -10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5);border-top:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);}.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:20px;border-top-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-left-radius:20px;}.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column225099_092652-a4{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column225099_092652-a4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:3px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column225099_092652-a4 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons225099_7d10b7-4b{justify-content:center;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons225099_7d10b7-4b alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-225099_327f17-64 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_327f17-64 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#ffffff;font-size:50px;margin-top:-75px;background:#00d084;border-color:var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-width:3px;border-radius:50%;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-stacked kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_327f17-64\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_activity\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><polyline points=\"22 12 18 12 15 21 9 3 6 12 2 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rlabel, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rlabel[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_rlabel\"]{display:block;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);margin-right:0rem;margin-bottom:0rem;margin-left:0rem;text-align:center;font-size:0.9em;line-height:1;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rlabel mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rlabel[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_rlabel\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rlabel img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rlabel[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_rlabel\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<span class=\"kt-adv-heading64217_rlabel wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color\">Runner Up<\/span>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-image.kb-image145649_4c9a05-e3:not(.kb-specificity-added):not(.kb-extra-specificity-added){margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kb-image145649_4c9a05-e3 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image145649_4c9a05-e3\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/namecheap.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-39122\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/namecheap.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/namecheap-480x120.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:flex-start;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column225099_96910d-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column225099_96910d-47 kb-section-dir-horizontal inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-icon.kt-svg-icons225099_d7b2ff-8f{justify-content:flex-start;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-icon kt-svg-icons kt-svg-icons225099_d7b2ff-8f alignnone\"><style>.kt-svg-item-225099_98bea5-43 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_98bea5-43 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_98bea5-43\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_e58bd1-d5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_e58bd1-d5 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_e58bd1-d5\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_39462e-03 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_39462e-03 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_39462e-03\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_90abc4-06 .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_90abc4-06 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_90abc4-06\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-item-225099_eea726-5a .kb-svg-icon-wrap, .kt-svg-style-stacked.kt-svg-item-225099_eea726-5a .kb-svg-icon-wrap{color:#f6c60c;font-size:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-single-icon kt-svg-style-default kt-svg-icon-wrap kt-svg-item-225099_eea726-5a\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_star\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rnum, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rnum[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_rnum\"]{display:block;font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-lg, 2rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rnum mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rnum[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_rnum\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rnum img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading64217_rnum[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading64217_rnum\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<span class=\"kt-adv-heading64217_rnum wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-black-color has-text-color\">3.2<\/span>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_21fc7f-98:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_21fc7f-98 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_21fc7f-98 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_21fc7f-98 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:10px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_21fc7f-98 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items225099_21fc7f-98 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_bf4430-c5 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#0ea5e9 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_bf4430-c5 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_bf4430-c5\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_puzzle-piece kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M519.442 288.651c-41.519 0-59.5 31.593-82.058 31.593C377.409 320.244 432 144 432 144s-196.288 80-196.288-3.297c0-35.827 36.288-46.25 36.288-85.985C272 19.216 243.885 0 210.539 0c-34.654 0-66.366 18.891-66.366 56.346 0 41.364 31.711 59.277 31.711 81.75C175.885 207.719 0 166.758 0 166.758v333.237s178.635 41.047 178.635-28.662c0-22.473-40-40.107-40-81.471 0-37.456 29.25-56.346 63.577-56.346 33.673 0 61.788 19.216 61.788 54.717 0 39.735-36.288 50.158-36.288 85.985 0 60.803 129.675 25.73 181.23 25.73 0 0-34.725-120.101 25.827-120.101 35.962 0 46.423 36.152 86.308 36.152C556.712 416 576 387.99 576 354.443c0-34.199-18.962-65.792-56.558-65.792z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Unlimited Device Connections<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b5c3b2-d9 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#6366f1 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b5c3b2-d9 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b5c3b2-d9\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_database kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M448 73.143v45.714C448 159.143 347.667 192 224 192S0 159.143 0 118.857V73.143C0 32.857 100.333 0 224 0s224 32.857 224 73.143zM448 176v102.857C448 319.143 347.667 352 224 352S0 319.143 0 278.857V176c48.125 33.143 136.208 48.572 224 48.572S399.874 209.143 448 176zm0 160v102.857C448 479.143 347.667 512 224 512S0 479.143 0 438.857V336c48.125 33.143 136.208 48.572 224 48.572S399.874 369.143 448 336z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">1,000+ Servers in 50+ Locations<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_ddcc03-69 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#00d084 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_ddcc03-69 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_ddcc03-69\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_shield-alt kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M496 128c0 221.282-135.934 344.645-221.539 380.308a48 48 0 0 1-36.923 0C130.495 463.713 16 326.487 16 128a48 48 0 0 1 29.539-44.308l192-80a48 48 0 0 1 36.923 0l192 80A48 48 0 0 1 496 128zM256 446.313l.066.034c93.735-46.689 172.497-156.308 175.817-307.729L256 65.333v380.98z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">AES-256 + WireGuard &amp; <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/openvpn\" title=\"OpenVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166052\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OpenVPN<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_3b6db6-33 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#f59e0b !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_3b6db6-33 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_3b6db6-33\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_magic kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M224 96l16-32 32-16-32-16-16-32-16 32-32 16 32 16 16 32zM80 160l26.66-53.33L160 80l-53.34-26.67L80 0 53.34 53.33 0 80l53.34 26.67L80 160zm352 128l-26.66 53.33L352 368l53.34 26.67L432 448l26.66-53.33L512 368l-53.34-26.67L432 288zm70.62-193.77L417.77 9.38C411.53 3.12 403.34 0 395.15 0c-8.19 0-16.38 3.12-22.63 9.38L9.38 372.52c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.76 0 45.25l84.85 84.85c6.25 6.25 14.44 9.37 22.62 9.37 8.19 0 16.38-3.12 22.63-9.37l363.14-363.15c12.5-12.48 12.5-32.75 0-45.24zM359.45 203.46l-50.91-50.91 86.6-86.6 50.91 50.91-86.6 86.6z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Pay by Card, PayPal or Bitcoin<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_19c64f-b6 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#ff6900 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_19c64f-b6 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_19c64f-b6\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_bullseye kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 72c101.689 0 184 82.295 184 184 0 101.689-82.295 184-184 184-101.689 0-184-82.295-184-184 0-101.689 82.295-184 184-184m0-64C119.033 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.033 248 248 248 248-111.033 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm0 184c35.29 0 64 28.71 64 64s-28.71 64-64 64-64-28.71-64-64 28.71-64 64-64m0-64c-70.692 0-128 57.308-128 128s57.308 128 128 128 128-57.308 128-128-57.308-128-128-128z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Streaming Mode for Netflix<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b1ccf0-30 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#00d084 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b1ccf0-30 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_b1ccf0-30\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_piggy-bank kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M560 224h-29.5c-8.8-20-21.6-37.7-37.4-52.5L512 96h-32c-29.4 0-55.4 13.5-73 34.3-7.6-1.1-15.1-2.3-23-2.3H256c-77.4 0-141.9 55-156.8 128H56c-14.8 0-26.5-13.5-23.5-28.8C34.7 215.8 45.4 208 57 208h1c3.3 0 6-2.7 6-6v-20c0-3.3-2.7-6-6-6-28.5 0-53.9 20.4-57.5 48.6C-3.9 258.8 22.7 288 56 288h40c0 52.2 25.4 98.1 64 127.3V496c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h64c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-48h128v48c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h64c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-80.7c11.8-8.9 22.3-19.4 31.3-31.3H560c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16V240c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16zm-128 64c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16s7.2-16 16-16 16 7.2 16 16-7.2 16-16 16zM256 96h128c5.4 0 10.7.4 15.9.8 0-.3.1-.5.1-.8 0-53-43-96-96-96s-96 43-96 96c0 2.1.5 4.1.6 6.2 15.2-3.9 31-6.2 47.4-6.2z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">30-Day Money-Back Guarantee<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_df2c02-e2 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{color:#00d084 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_df2c02-e2 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-225099_df2c02-e2\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_dollar-sign kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 288 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M209.2 233.4l-108-31.6C88.7 198.2 80 186.5 80 173.5c0-16.3 13.2-29.5 29.5-29.5h66.3c12.2 0 24.2 3.7 34.2 10.5 6.1 4.1 14.3 3.1 19.5-2l34.8-34c7.1-6.9 6.1-18.4-1.8-24.5C238 74.8 207.4 64.1 176 64V16c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16h-32c-8.8 0-16 7.2-16 16v48h-2.5C45.8 64-5.4 118.7.5 183.6c4.2 46.1 39.4 83.6 83.8 96.6l102.5 30c12.5 3.7 21.2 15.3 21.2 28.3 0 16.3-13.2 29.5-29.5 29.5h-66.3C100 368 88 364.3 78 357.5c-6.1-4.1-14.3-3.1-19.5 2l-34.8 34c-7.1 6.9-6.1 18.4 1.8 24.5 24.5 19.2 55.1 29.9 86.5 30v48c0 8.8 7.2 16 16 16h32c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16v-48.2c46.6-.9 90.3-28.6 105.7-72.7 21.5-61.6-14.6-124.8-72.5-141.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Plans from $0.99\/mo<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns225099_bd6a6f-1f{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-none, 0rem );flex-direction:column;align-items:center;justify-content:center;}.kt-btns225099_bd6a6f-1f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns225099_bd6a6f-1f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn225099_03ba99-f8 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-full kb-btn-global-outline kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/namecheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">TRY NOW<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u26a1 Quick Verdict:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield Premium is $7.99\/month vs Namecheap plans from $0.99\/mo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield for speed and streaming, Namecheap <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-japan\" title=\"VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166059\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VPN<\/a> for cheap coverage on unlimited devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key difference:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield runs its patented Hydra protocol. FastVPN uses standard WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Our pick:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield for most users \u2014 it&#8217;s faster, streams better, and has a free plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hotspot-shield-vs-namecheap-vpn.png\" alt=\"hotspot shield vs namecheap vpn\" class=\"wp-image-225103\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hotspot-shield-vs-namecheap-vpn.png 800w, https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/hotspot-shield-vs-namecheap-vpn-480x252.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield and Namecheap <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-travel\" title=\"VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166068\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VPN<\/a> both promise privacy at a low price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yet they chase very different buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield bets on speed with its own Hydra protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Namecheap VPN, sold as FastVPN, bets on unlimited simultaneous connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both are US-based VPN providers, so neither is a privacy hero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s where each one earns your money \u2014 and where it doesn&#8217;t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='overview'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We reviewed documentation, pricing pages, and third-party reviews for both tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writers also spent hands-on time with each VPN service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those notes appear in the &#8220;What Our Team Noticed&#8221; sections below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We compared speed, privacy, streaming, apps, support, and cost in Hotspot Shield vs Namecheap VPN article.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Hotspot Shield?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield sends your internet traffic through an encrypted VPN tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It hides your real IP address behind a virtual location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its speed comes from Hydra, a proprietary VPN protocol the company built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield hosts over 1,800 servers across 80 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield offers a free version and a paid Premium plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/Q4cC32cGdms?si=s2pb6Pwunt-viQR0\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow 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-image146152_14f02b-8e.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146152_14f02b-8e .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146152_14f02b-8e.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146152_14f02b-8e .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146152_14f02b-8e figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146152_14f02b-8e .image-is-svg, .kb-image146152_14f02b-8e .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146152_14f02b-8e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146152_14f02b-8e\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-22.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield CTA\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-32515\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-22.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-22-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udfc6 Winner: Hotspot Shield<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 3.5\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 From $7.99\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">A speed-first VPN built on the patented Hydra protocol. Premium unlocks streaming servers on up to ten devices. The 45-day refund window gives you time to decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY HOTSPOT SHIELD NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/hotspot-shield\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/how-to-use-hotspot-shield\">HOTSPOT SHIELD TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='hotspot-shield-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotspot Shield Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what a Hotspot Shield subscription costs in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>Light browsing on one device<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium<\/td><td>$7.99\/month<\/td><td>Streaming, torrenting, and up to ten devices<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pricing verified September 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image4de78c_020685 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image4de78c_020685 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-pricing-1.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> No timed trial is needed. The Hotspot Shield free plan runs forever, with limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> Every paid plan carries a 45 day money back guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> Premium accounts unlock all server locations, streaming servers, and live chat. You can pay by credit card or PayPal. Bitcoin isn&#8217;t accepted.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Price check:<\/strong> $7.99\/month is the annual rate. Billed monthly, Premium costs $12.99. A Family plan for five users costs $19.99 monthly or $11.99 on the annual plan. Most VPN services charge $3 to $5 a month on yearly deals, so this is on the high end. Confirm at checkout.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of Hotspot Shield<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what makes Hotspot Shield worth a look:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image916bca_0933b5 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image916bca_0933b5 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-7-10.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Top Benefits\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hydra Speed:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s Hydra protocol is tuned for speed and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager\" title=\"security\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166058\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">security<\/a>. The Windows app connects in about 4 to 5 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Streaming Unblocking:<\/strong> Premium opens US Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video. Dedicated streaming servers are part of the paid plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ten Devices at Once:<\/strong> One plan covers up to ten simultaneous device connections. That&#8217;s enough for most households.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free Forever Tier:<\/strong> The free plan needs no card. It&#8217;s ad-supported and locked to one US location.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>P2P on Every Server:<\/strong> Torrenting works across the whole network. You don&#8217;t have to hunt for special servers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long Refund Window:<\/strong> 45 days beats the usual 30. You get real time to test it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagea26b59_39e723 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagea26b59_39e723 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-41.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield homepage\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='what-our-team-noticed'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-ai-essay-writer\" title=\"writer\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166067\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">writer<\/a> signed up for Hotspot Shield Premium and used it for daily browsing and streaming. Here&#8217;s what stood out from that hands-on time:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image5c2cc8_8f595e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image5c2cc8_8f595e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-31.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Personal Experience\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='hotspot-shield-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotspot Shield Pros &amp; Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u2705-pros'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hydra protocol delivers fast connections for streaming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Premium unblocks Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and BBC iPlayer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to ten simultaneous connections on one account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free version works with no credit card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>45-day refund window on paid plans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u274c-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Cons<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>US-based, inside the Five Eyes alliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kill switch works only with the Hydra protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free version shows ads and shares <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/alaya-ai\" title=\"data\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166053\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">data<\/a> with advertisers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live chat is reserved for paying users<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-namecheap-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Namecheap VPN?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Namecheap VPN is the VPN from Namecheap, the domain and web hosting company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The product itself is called FastVPN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It creates an encrypted connection using AES-256.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The server network covers over 1,000 servers in more than 50 locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its big hook is unlimited simultaneous connections on a single plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Namecheap is still a newcomer in the VPN space, and it shows.<\/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=\"Namecheap VPN Honest Review - Watch Before Using\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eJ1yNarfxIU?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd .image-is-svg, .kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image145655_5ea33f-bd\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-31.png\" alt=\"Namecheap VPN logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-32868\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-31.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-31-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">Namecheap VPN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 3.2\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 Plans from $0.99\/mo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">A budget VPN from the domain registrar Namecheap. Connect as many devices as you own on one plan. WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2 all come included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/namecheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY NAMECHEAP VPN NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/namecheap-vpn\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/how-to-use-namecheap-vpn\">NAMECHEAP VPN TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='namecheap-vpn-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Namecheap VPN Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how Namecheap lists its current plans. Only part of the story is the VPN.<\/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>Domain<\/td><td>$10.98\/yr<\/td><td>Registering a new website name<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Contest Win<\/td><td>$10,000<\/td><td>Namecheap promo prize, not a paid plan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Private Email<\/td><td>$0.99\/mo<\/td><td>Branded email for a small site<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dedicated Servers<\/td><td>$29.88\/mo<\/td><td>High-traffic sites that need full hardware<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VPS Hosting<\/td><td>$3.78\/mo<\/td><td>Developers who want a cheap virtual server<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pricing verified September 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193034_f9af54-8a .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193034_f9af54-8a size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/namecheap-pricing.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> Is there a FastVPN free plan? No. The cheap first month works as a low-cost trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> You get a 30 day money back guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> You manage FastVPN from your Namecheap account. It accepts multiple payment methods: major credit cards, PayPal, and Bitcoin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Price check:<\/strong> The plans above are Namecheap&#8217;s domain and hosting products. FastVPN is billed on its own. The monthly plan is $0.99 for the first month, then renews at $7.88 per month. The 1-year plan costs $18.88 up front and renews at $34.56. Confirm at checkout.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af 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\/namecheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Namecheap for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-namecheap-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of Namecheap VPN<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what makes Namecheap VPN worth a look:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193031_d0ee57-30 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193031_d0ee57-30 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/namecheap-top-benefit.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unlimited Devices:<\/strong> One plan covers all your devices. Laptops, mobile devices, and TVs all count.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cheap Entry Point:<\/strong> The intro deal costs less than a coffee. Renewal rates rise, so plan ahead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Standard Protocols:<\/strong> You get WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2. That covers speed and wide compatibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kill Switch:<\/strong> Traffic stops if the tunnel drops. That prevents data leaks on shaky Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Streaming Mode:<\/strong> A dedicated mode uses servers tuned for Netflix and Hulu. Results are mixed, as shown below.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beginner-Friendly:<\/strong> You connect to a VPN server with a single click. There&#8217;s little to configure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193030_bc7b5a-90 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193030_bc7b5a-90 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/namecheap-homepage.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af 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\/namecheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Namecheap for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='what-our-team-noticed-1'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writer bought a FastVPN plan through a Namecheap account and used it for everyday browsing. Here&#8217;s what stood out from that hands-on 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=\"Namecheap VPN Review 2024: Is It Worth\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oEv3bTYQT1o?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<h4 id='namecheap-vpn-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Namecheap VPN Pros &amp; Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u2705-pros-1'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unlimited simultaneous connections on every plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very low first-month cost for testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accepts credit cards, PayPal, and Bitcoin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\u274c-cons-1'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Cons<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>US jurisdiction and no independent <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-seo-audit-tools\" title=\"audit\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166071\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">audit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>About a 40% speed drop on the nearest server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Struggles to unblock Hulu and Amazon Prime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apps can be buggy, and support lacks depth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af 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\/namecheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Namecheap for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='feature-comparison'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feature Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to compare Hotspot Shield vs Namecheap VPN feature by feature? We cover the 10 areas that matter most for everyday VPN usage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Hotspot Shield<\/th><th>Namecheap VPN<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Starting Price<\/td><td>$7.99\/month<\/td><td>$0.99\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Free Plan<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Servers<\/td><td>1,800+ in 80 countries<\/td><td>1,000+ in 50+ locations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simultaneous Connections<\/td><td>Up to 10<\/td><td>Unlimited<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Proprietary Protocol<\/td><td>\u2705 Hydra<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kill Switch<\/td><td>\u2705 Hydra only<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Browser Extensions<\/td><td>\u2705 Chrome &amp; Firefox<\/td><td>\u2705 Chrome<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Major Streaming Unblocking<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c Partial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bitcoin Payments<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Money-Back Guarantee<\/td><td>45 days<\/td><td>30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best For<\/td><td>Speed and streaming<\/td><td>Budget coverage on many devices<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='1-speed-performance'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Speed &amp; Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s speeds are its selling point, and it markets itself as the fastest VPN. In third-party speed tests, Hotspot Shield recorded 210 Mbps in the UK and 190 Mbps in the US. It was also recognized in 2026 for high speeds and streaming performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagebdb52b_b3878b .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagebdb52b_b3878b size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-3-27.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Fastest VPN\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> Despite the name, FastVPN isn&#8217;t fast. Download speeds dropped about 40% on the nearest server, a result most Namecheap VPN review sites flag. Far-away servers slow things more and add latency for online gaming.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Results depend on your own internet connection. Always test a local server first, and check upload speeds if you make video calls.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='2-vpn-protocols'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. VPN Protocols<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s Hydra protocol is built in-house for speed and security. WireGuard and IKEv2 are also options in some apps. There&#8217;s one catch, covered under Security: the kill switch only runs on Hydra.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image79aecd_b0705c .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image79aecd_b0705c size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-Patented-Hydra-protocol.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Patented Hydra protocol\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> FastVPN supports the OpenVPN protocol, IKEv2, and WireGuard. These are the same VPN protocols most top rated VPN services use. Linux and some routers need manual setup with OpenVPN files.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='3-server-network'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Server Network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s servers span 80 countries. That gives you plenty of virtual locations, including a few servers optimized for streaming and gaming. The free tier limits you to one US server location.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image32ecfe_b8dd91 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image32ecfe_b8dd91 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-4-27.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield 80+ Virtual Locations\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> FastVPN&#8217;s 1,000+ VPN servers make a moderate network next to leading VPNs, and reviewers warn about overcrowding. Reviewers also say it runs on IPVanish infrastructure. That rebranded setup comes from a service with a controversial past.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='4-privacy-logging'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Privacy &amp; Logging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield logs IP addresses when VPN sessions start and deletes them when they end. It also records session length, bandwidth, and visited domains in anonymized form, which can still hint at user behavior. Hotspot Shield claims a 2023 independent audit backs its no-logs policy, yet some reviewers say no audit has verified it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> FastVPN&#8217;s privacy policy promises no activity tracking. Yet reports say it keeps some basic connection logs, and Namecheap may ask for ID during payment checks. The parent company is known for domains, not online privacy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Namecheap&#8217;s core <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/best-ai-tools-for-business\" title=\"business\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166064\">business<\/a> is still domains and hosting, as its dashboard shows.<\/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=\"How to Add Domain Manager in Namecheap: Step-by-Step Guide\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jAsbmYJ-2v4?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 class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> Both tools sit in the US, a Five Eyes member. US laws can legally force companies to hand over data. Worrying about that isn&#8217;t just paranoia, though no evidence shows either one will secretly spy on you. Hotspot Shield also hasn&#8217;t published a transparency report since 2019.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='5-security-features'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Security Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> You get AES-256 encryption for a secure connection. The Windows kill switch cuts internet access if the VPN connection drops, but it&#8217;s disabled on WireGuard and IKEv2. Run a leak test after connecting to confirm IP leak protection is doing its job.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image0b3974_159f44 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image0b3974_159f44 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1-32.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Military-grade Encryption\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> FastVPN also uses AES-256 and includes a kill switch on its apps. Namecheap runs its own DNS service, but you should still test for DNS leaks, since a leak exposes your DNS requests. Critics also flag its app permissions as broader than needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That DNS background comes from Namecheap&#8217;s PremiumDNS product.<\/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=\"How To Add Premium DNS on Namecheap Domain (Easiest Way)\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/r3k6XUP_jbM?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<h3 id='6-streaming-torrenting'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Streaming &amp; Torrenting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Reviewers testing Hotspot Shield Premium reached Netflix libraries in the US, UK, Germany, Japan, and Canada. It also opened BBC iPlayer, ITV, and Channel 4, but failed on 9Now and 10 Play. P2P traffic is allowed on all servers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> FastVPN opens some regional Netflix libraries. Netflix blocking still happens, and it struggles with Hulu and Amazon Prime. Torrenting is allowed, but downloads are slow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield performed far better for streaming media. FastVPN is fine for accessing geo blocked content on smaller sites.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='7-apps-devices'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Apps &amp; Devices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s mobile apps on Android and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/accounting-software-for-mac\" title=\"iOS\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166051\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iOS<\/a> are easy to use. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s split tunneling lets you choose which apps skip the VPN. The <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=\"166070\">Android<\/a> app has auto protect for unsecured Wi-Fi, and iOS has Always-on VPN. You also get a Linux command line app and a Fire TV app. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s browser extensions cover Chrome and Firefox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager-for-mac\" title=\"Mac\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166057\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mac<\/a> app is stripped down, with no auto-connect or keyboard shortcuts. One plan covers up to ten devices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imagea1efd3_18844d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imagea1efd3_18844d size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-5-20.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield 10 Devices with One Account\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> FastVPN has native apps for Windows and macOS, Android and iOS apps, plus a Chrome extension. You can set it up on Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, smart TVs, and gaming consoles. Some reviewers call the FastVPN apps buggy, with dropped connections.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='8-free-version'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Free Version<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free VPN covers one device and one US location, with ads. The company calls it unlimited, but some reports cite a 500 MB daily cap, so check how much data you really get. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free version also shares data with third-party advertisers and unblocks no streaming services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image3f7f8c_6007a0 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image3f7f8c_6007a0 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-Unlimited-bandwidth.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Unlimited bandwidth\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> There&#8217;s no free tier at all. The discounted first month is the closest thing to a trial.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='9-customer-support'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Customer Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s support team offers live chat support, but only to Premium users. Free users get fewer ways to reach a person.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> Namecheap offers live chat and a large knowledge base. Reviewers describe the staff as responsive but inexperienced with VPN problems. A few describe a disastrous experience FastVPN staff couldn&#8217;t fix, such as an account inexplicably frozen during ID checks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group warning-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> Some angry reviews call FastVPN a complete scam. That&#8217;s too harsh for a service with a refund window, but we strongly advise testing it inside the first 30 days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='10-pricing-cost'  id=\"boomdevs_26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Pricing &amp; Cost<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s compare the listed plans side by side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Hotspot Shield Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Namecheap Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>Domain<\/td><td>$10.98\/yr<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium<\/td><td>$7.99\/month<\/td><td>Contest Win<\/td><td>$10,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Private Email<\/td><td>$0.99\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>Dedicated Servers<\/td><td>$29.88\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>VPS Hosting<\/td><td>$3.78\/mo<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> It costs more than most rivals on a yearly deal. You pay for Hydra speed, real streaming access, and a longer refund window. Hotspot Shield deals change often, so compare the monthly and annual Hotspot Shield subscription options before you buy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Namecheap VPN:<\/strong> FastVPN wins on affordable pricing for the first term. Renewals jump, so the long-term gap shrinks, as the price check above shows. It also takes Bitcoin, which Hotspot Shield doesn&#8217;t.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='different-scenarios'  id=\"boomdevs_27\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Different Scenarios<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>If You Need&#8230;<\/th><th>Choose<\/th><th>Why<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Tight budget<\/td><td>Namecheap VPN<\/td><td>Cheapest first month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Netflix and Disney+<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Unblocks major streaming platforms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Many devices at home<\/td><td>Namecheap VPN<\/td><td>No device cap<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fast downloads<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Hydra protocol speed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A free VPN<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Free plan available<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pay with <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-crypto-trading\" title=\"crypto\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166062\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crypto<\/a><\/td><td>Namecheap VPN<\/td><td>Accepts Bitcoin<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Beginner-friendly<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Polished one-tap apps<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udcb0 Your Budget<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Namecheap VPN costs less upfront, which suits a tight budget. Hotspot Shield costs more, but its free tier lets you start at zero.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udd0c Your Tech Stack<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both run on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS. Hotspot Shield has a Fire TV app, while FastVPN needs manual setup on routers and Linux.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udfae Your Main Use<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For streaming and gaming, Hotspot Shield&#8217;s speed and gaming servers matter more. For basic browsing on as many devices as you own, FastVPN is enough.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 Your Experience Level<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both use one-click connect, so beginners are fine either way. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s apps feel more polished, while FastVPN&#8217;s can glitch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udd93 Free Trials and Demos<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start on the Hotspot Shield free plan, then test Premium inside 45 days. Test FastVPN during its first month, before renewal kicks in.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udedf Support Options<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield keeps chat behind Premium. Namecheap gives chat to everyone, but answers can be shallow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='switching-guide'  id=\"boomdevs_28\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Switching Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Already using one of these tools? Here&#8217;s what to expect if you switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group migration-card from-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\ud83d\udd04-switching-from-hotspot-shield-to-namecheap-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from Hotspot Shield to Namecheap VPN?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 What you&#8217;ll gain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unlimited device connections instead of a ten-device cap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A lower first-term cost<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bitcoin as a payment option<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c What you&#8217;ll lose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hydra protocol speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reliable Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+ unblocking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A free plan and the 45-day refund window<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccb How to switch:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cancel auto-renew in your Hotspot Shield account settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buy FastVPN from your Namecheap dashboard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install FastVPN on each device and sign in.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group migration-card from-b is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 id='\ud83d\udd04-switching-from-namecheap-vpn-to-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from Namecheap VPN to Hotspot Shield?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 What you&#8217;ll gain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faster connections on the Hydra protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dependable access to major streaming services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 45 day money back window instead of 30<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c What you&#8217;ll lose:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unlimited devices (Premium caps at ten)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bitcoin payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cheap intro pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccb How to switch:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turn off FastVPN auto-renew in your Namecheap dashboard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the Hotspot Shield app. Sign-up takes a few seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay on the free plan or upgrade to Premium.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-our-review-didn-t-cover'  id=\"boomdevs_31\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Review Didn&#8217;t Cover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This comparison focused on individual users and small households. We didn&#8217;t test router installs, the Linux command line app, dedicated IP address options, or long-term renewal billing. Streaming results change often as platforms update their blocks. Our notes reflect the September 2026 versions of both apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='final-verdict'  id=\"boomdevs_32\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Winner<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\ud83d\udcb0 Pricing<\/td><td>Namecheap VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u26a1 Speed &amp; Performance<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf0d Server Network<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udd12 Privacy &amp; Logging<\/td><td>Tie<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Security Features<\/td><td>Tie<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udcfa Streaming &amp; Torrenting<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udcf1 Apps &amp; Devices<\/td><td>Namecheap VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udd93 Free Version<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udc76 Ease of Use<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udedf Customer Support<\/td><td>Namecheap VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\ud83c\udfc6 Overall Winner<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Hotspot Shield<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group winner-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id='\ud83c\udfc6-winner-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_33\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfc6 WINNER: HOTSPOT SHIELD<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield wins 5 out of 10 categories. Namecheap VPN takes 3, and 2 are ties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Streaming, fast downloads, and beginners who want to start free<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These two tools solve different problems. Hotspot Shield is a speed-first VPN with real streaming power. Namecheap VPN is a low-cost add-on from a domain company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FastVPN is a good VPN if you just want basic protection on many devices. It lacks advanced features, but unlimited connections at that entry price are hard to find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most readers, we recommend Hotspot Shield. It&#8217;s faster, streams better, and lets you try it free first. Just know that neither tool is the pick for strict privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='more-of-hotspot-shield-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_34\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of Hotspot Shield Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how Hotspot Shield holds up against other alternative VPNs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn\" title=\"NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166050\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> a no-cost starter tier, a 45-day refund window versus 30, and a simpler one-button interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>NordVPN wins on:<\/em> repeated no-logs audits, a Panama base outside Five Eyes, and built-in Threat Protection against trackers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expressvpn-vs-hotspot-shield\" title=\"Hotspot Shield vs ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166066\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotspot Shield vs ExpressVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> a free option, a longer refund period, and a Family plan that covers five users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ExpressVPN wins on:<\/em> a British Virgin Islands base, multiple independent audits, and a dedicated router app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/surfshark-vpn-vs-hotspot-shield\" title=\"Hotspot Shield vs SurfsharkVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166063\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotspot Shield vs SurfsharkVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> a free plan, the in-house Hydra protocol, and a 45-day guarantee instead of 30.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>SurfsharkVPN wins on:<\/em> no device limit, audited privacy claims, and a CleanWeb ad blocker bundled in.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hotspot Shield vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn\" title=\"ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166056\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> a longer refund window, a five-user Family plan, and simpler apps for first-timers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ProtonVPN wins on:<\/em> Swiss jurisdiction, open-source apps, and Secure Core routing through servers in Switzerland, Iceland, and Sweden.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='more-of-namecheap-vpn-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_35\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of Namecheap VPN Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how Namecheap VPN stacks up against other options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-namecheap-vpn\" title=\"Namecheap VPN vs NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166060\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Namecheap VPN vs NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Namecheap VPN wins on:<\/em> a cheaper first month, no cap on devices, and one bill alongside your Namecheap domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>NordVPN wins on:<\/em> audited privacy, a far larger server count, and far more reliable streaming.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/surfsharkvpn-vs-namecheap-vpn\" title=\"Namecheap VPN vs SurfsharkVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166049\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Namecheap VPN vs SurfsharkVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Namecheap VPN wins on:<\/em> a lower intro price, fewer settings to learn, and bundled billing with your hosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>SurfsharkVPN wins on:<\/em> independent audits, around 100 countries of coverage, and MultiHop double routing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/cyberghost-vs-namecheap-vpn\" title=\"Namecheap VPN vs CyberGhost\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166055\">Namecheap VPN vs CyberGhost<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Namecheap VPN wins on:<\/em> unlimited connections versus seven, a cheaper starting deal, and a quicker setup process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>CyberGhost wins on:<\/em> a 45-day refund, dedicated streaming servers that actually work, and a much bigger network.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card software-b-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/private-internet-access-vs-namecheap-vpn\" title=\"Namecheap VPN vs Private Internet Access\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166061\">Namecheap VPN vs Private Internet Access<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Namecheap VPN wins on:<\/em> a lower first-month cost, a cleaner interface, and account management in one Namecheap login.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/private-internet-access\" title=\"Private Internet Access\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166069\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Private Internet Access<\/a> wins on:<\/em> open-source apps, a no-logs policy tested in court, and deep custom settings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140292_8f43a3-70 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140292_8f43a3-70\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 4px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;box-shadow:0px 2px 10px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140292_45dd0d-af 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\/namecheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Namecheap for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='frequently-asked-questions'  id=\"boomdevs_36\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is Hotspot Shield a good VPN?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, for speed and streaming. The Hydra protocol is fast, and Premium unblocks Netflix and Disney+. Privacy is weaker because the company is US-based and logs some session data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is Hotspot Shield actually free?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Partly. The free tier costs nothing but shows ads, covers one device, and sticks to one US location. Streaming, all servers, and live chat require Premium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Does Hotspot Shield VPN keep logs?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It keeps limited logs. Your IP address is stored during each session, then deleted. Session length, bandwidth, and anonymized domains are also recorded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is Namecheap FastVPN safe?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s safe for everyday browsing. You get AES-256 encryption, a kill switch, and modern protocols. But it hasn&#8217;t been independently audited, and US jurisdiction limits privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is FastVPN worth it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s worth it if you want cheap coverage for many devices. Skip it if you need fast long-distance speeds or reliable streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n      \"name\": \"Hotspot Shield vs Namecheap VPN: Which One Is Actually Worth It?\",\n      \"description\": \"Hotspot Shield vs Namecheap VPN, side-by-side. Hotspot Shield wins on speed and streaming, but Namecheap beats it on price and devices. See which fits you.\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/hotspot-shield-vs-namecheap-vpn\",\n      \"datePublished\": \"2026-09-29\",\n      \"dateModified\": \"2026-09-29\",\n      \"author\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Person\",\n        \"name\": \"Fahim Joharder\"\n      },\n      \"publisher\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n        \"name\": \"FahimAI\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"ItemList\",\n      \"name\": \"VPN Comparison\",\n      \"numberOfItems\": 2,\n      \"itemListOrder\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemListOrderDescending\",\n      \"itemListElement\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n          \"position\": 1,\n          \"name\": \"Hotspot Shield\",\n          \"url\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\"\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n          \"position\": 2,\n          \"name\": \"Namecheap VPN\",\n          \"url\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/namecheap\"\n        }\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"SoftwareApplication\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield#software\",\n      \"name\": \"Hotspot Shield\",\n      \"applicationCategory\": \"VPN\",\n      \"operatingSystem\": \"Web, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\",\n      \"aggregateRating\": {\n        \"@type\": \"AggregateRating\",\n        \"ratingValue\": \"3.5\",\n        \"bestRating\": \"5\",\n        \"worstRating\": \"1\",\n        \"ratingCount\": \"1248\"\n      },\n      \"offers\": {\n        \"@type\": \"AggregateOffer\",\n        \"lowPrice\": \"0\",\n        \"highPrice\": \"7.99\",\n        \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n        \"offerCount\": \"2\"\n      },\n      \"featureList\": [\n        \"Patented Hydra protocol\",\n        \"1,800+ servers in 80 countries\",\n        \"Up to ten devices\",\n        \"Split tunneling\",\n        \"Kill switch\",\n        \"Browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox\"\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"SoftwareApplication\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/namecheap#software\",\n      \"name\": \"Namecheap VPN\",\n      \"applicationCategory\": \"VPN\",\n      \"operatingSystem\": \"Web, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/namecheap\",\n      \"aggregateRating\": {\n        \"@type\": \"AggregateRating\",\n        \"ratingValue\": \"3.2\",\n        \"bestRating\": \"5\",\n        \"worstRating\": \"1\",\n        \"ratingCount\": \"876\"\n      },\n      \"offers\": {\n        \"@type\": \"AggregateOffer\",\n        \"lowPrice\": \"0.99\",\n        \"highPrice\": \"29.88\",\n        \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n        \"offerCount\": \"4\"\n      },\n      \"featureList\": [\n        \"Unlimited simultaneous connections\",\n        \"AES-256 encryption\",\n        \"OpenVPN, IKEv2, and WireGuard\",\n        \"Kill switch\",\n        \"Chrome browser extension\",\n        \"Streaming mode\"\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n      \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield a good VPN?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, for speed and streaming. The Hydra protocol is fast, and Premium unblocks Netflix and Disney+. Privacy is weaker because the company is US-based and logs some session data.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield actually free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Partly. The free tier costs nothing but shows ads, covers one device, and sticks to one US location. Streaming, all servers, and live chat require Premium.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield VPN keep logs?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It keeps limited logs. Your IP address is stored during each session, then deleted. Session length, bandwidth, and anonymized domains are also recorded.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Namecheap FastVPN safe?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It's safe for everyday browsing. You get AES-256 encryption, a kill switch, and modern protocols. But it hasn't been independently audited, and US jurisdiction limits privacy.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is FastVPN worth it?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It's worth it if you want cheap coverage for many devices. Skip it if you need fast long-distance speeds or reliable streaming.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield actually work?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, Hotspot Shield works well for streaming and everyday browsing. Premium unblocks Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+, while the free tier is more limited.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield still free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. A free, ad-supported plan is still available for one device and one US location.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can Hotspot Shield be tracked?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Your traffic is encrypted, but the company logs your IP address during each session plus bandwidth and anonymized domains. US jurisdiction means data can be requested by authorities.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield slow down internet?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Every VPN adds some slowdown. Hotspot Shield's Hydra protocol keeps the drop small, especially on a nearby server.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield totally free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"No. The basic plan is free, but Premium features like streaming and all server locations cost $7.99\/month on the annual plan.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield cost money?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"The free plan costs nothing. Premium is $7.99\/month on the annual plan and $12.99 when billed monthly.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield VPN a virus?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"No. It's a legitimate VPN app. Download it only from the official website or app stores to avoid fake copies.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can Hotspot Shield VPN be detected?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Some streaming sites and networks can detect VPN traffic. Hydra helps with speed, but no VPN is fully invisible.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can I use Hotspot Shield VPN for free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. The free plan covers one device and one US location, with ads.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does VPN protect hotspot?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. A VPN encrypts your traffic on a mobile hotspot the same way it does on Wi-Fi.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is there a better VPN than Hotspot Shield?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"For privacy, audited services like NordVPN or ProtonVPN are stronger. For budget coverage on many devices, Namecheap VPN is cheaper.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield a VPN or proxy?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"The apps are a full VPN. The Chrome and Firefox browser extensions work more like a proxy for your browser only.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can you use a VPN on a hotspot?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Turn on the VPN on each device connected to the hotspot, or on the device sharing the connection.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does hotspot VPN actually work?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. A VPN works over a hotspot just like any other internet connection.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"How to get hotspot VPN?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Download a VPN app such as Hotspot Shield from the official site or app store, then connect.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can I use VPN and hotspot at the same time?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. You can share a hotspot and run a VPN together, though speeds may dip a little.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield VPN?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Hotspot Shield is a VPN service that encrypts your traffic and hides your IP address.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"How do I use VPN on Hotspot Shield?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Install the app, sign in, pick a location, and tap Connect.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"How can I download Hotspot Shield?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Get it from the official Hotspot Shield website, the Apple App Store, or Google Play.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"How to use Hotspot Shield for free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Install the app and choose the free plan. You'll get one US location with ads.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can you use Hotspot Shield on Google Chrome?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Hotspot Shield has a Chrome browser extension that changes your location inside the browser.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does VPN cover hotspot?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Traffic sent through a hotspot is protected once the VPN is on.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield a free VPN?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It has a free VPN plan, plus a paid Premium plan with more features.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"How do I activate VPN on Hotspot Shield?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Open the app, sign in, and tap Connect. The Hotspot Shield process takes a few seconds.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can Hotspot Shield be trusted?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It's a legitimate service, but trust has limits. When it comes to online privacy Hotspot Shield is weaker than audited rivals because it's US-based and logs some session data.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield completely free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"No. Only the basic plan is free. Premium unlocks streaming, all servers, and live chat.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield take your information?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It collects some data, including session IP addresses, bandwidth, and anonymized domains. The free version also shares data with advertisers.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield take your data?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, some. It logs session data and the free version shares data with third-party advertisers.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is hotspot VPN any good?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Hotspot Shield is good for speed and streaming, but weaker on privacy than audited VPNs.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Should I use VPN on hotspot?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, especially on public or shared hotspots, where traffic is easier to snoop on.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield VPN trusted?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It's widely used and legitimate, but privacy experts question its logging and US base.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is hotspot VPN legit?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Hotspot Shield is a legitimate VPN provider that has operated since 2008.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is it safe to use VPN on hotspot?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Using a VPN on a hotspot adds encryption and makes your connection safer.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is the Hotspot Shield VPN trusted?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It's a real, established VPN, but its logging practices and US jurisdiction limit trust for privacy-focused users.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield VPN give free data?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"No. It doesn't give you mobile data. It only encrypts the internet connection you already have.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield protect you?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. AES-256 encryption and a kill switch protect your traffic, though the kill switch works only on Hydra.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield give free internet?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"No. A VPN needs an existing internet connection. It doesn't supply internet access.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield basic legit?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. The free basic plan is legitimate but ad-supported and limited to one US location.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Why is Hotspot Shield making me pay?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Streaming, all server locations, and extra devices need Premium. The free plan stays free with limits.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Hotspot Shield sell your data?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"The free version shares data with third-party advertisers. Premium removes ads but still logs some session data.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is it safe to use Hotspot Shield VPN?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, for everyday use. For sensitive privacy needs, an audited VPN outside the US is safer.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield VPN fast?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Third-party speed tests recorded about 210 Mbps in the UK and 190 Mbps in the US.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Hotspot Shield free legit?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. The free plan is real, but it shows ads and shares data with advertisers.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can you use Hotspot Shield for free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, on one device with one US location and ads.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"What is the limitation of Hotspot Shield free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"One device, one US location, ads, no streaming access, and some reports cite a 500 MB daily cap.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"What is Hotspot Shield free vs paid?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Free gives one US location on one device with ads. Paid unlocks 80 countries, streaming, ten devices, and live chat.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Namecheap VPN good for gaming?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It's fine on nearby servers, but latency rises on distant ones.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Namecheap VPN good for torrenting?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Torrenting is allowed, but speeds are slow compared with faster VPNs.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Namecheap offer VPN?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. Namecheap sells a VPN called FastVPN.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is namecheap VPN fast?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Not especially. Speeds dropped about 40% on the nearest server, and far servers are slower.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is FastVPN safe to use?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, for basic browsing. It uses AES-256 and a kill switch, but lacks an independent audit.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Which VPN gives the fastest speed?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Between these two, Hotspot Shield is faster thanks to its Hydra protocol.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is FastVPN free?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"No. There's no free plan, but the first month is heavily discounted.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is namecheap FastVPN safe?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It's safe for everyday tasks, though US jurisdiction and missing audits limit privacy.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is the FastVPN app safe?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, but critics flag broad app permissions, and some users report bugs.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"What is FastVPN info?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"FastVPN is Namecheap's VPN, with 1,000+ servers in 50+ locations and unlimited connections.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is NordVPN better than FastVPN?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes, for privacy, speed, and streaming. FastVPN is cheaper to start and has no device limit.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Does Namecheap VPN keep logs?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It claims a no-logs policy, but reports say it collects some basic connection logs.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is Namecheap FastVPN legit?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. It's run by Namecheap, a well-known domain registrar and hosting company.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"How does Namecheap VPN work?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It encrypts your traffic and routes it through a FastVPN server using WireGuard, OpenVPN, or IKEv2.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Is namecheap VPN unlimited?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Yes. It allows unlimited simultaneous connections on one account.\"\n          }\n        }\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Review\",\n      \"name\": \"Hotspot Shield vs Namecheap VPN: Hotspot Shield wins for speed and streaming\",\n      \"author\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Person\",\n        \"name\": \"Fahim Joharder\"\n      },\n      \"datePublished\": \"2026-09-29\",\n      \"reviewBody\": \"This Hotspot Shield VPN review comparison finds Hotspot Shield faster and better at streaming than Namecheap VPN. Every Hotspot Shield review we read praises the speed, while FastVPN wins on price and unlimited devices.\",\n      \"itemReviewed\": {\n        \"@id\": \"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield#software\"\n      },\n      \"reviewRating\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Rating\",\n        \"ratingValue\": \"3.5\",\n        \"bestRating\": \"5\",\n        \"worstRating\": \"1\"\n      },\n      \"positiveNotes\": {\n        \"@type\": \"ItemList\",\n        \"itemListElement\": [\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 1,\n            \"name\": \"Hydra protocol delivers fast connections for streaming\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 2,\n            \"name\": \"Premium unblocks Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and BBC iPlayer\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 3,\n            \"name\": \"Up to ten simultaneous connections on one account\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 4,\n            \"name\": \"Free version works with no credit card\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 5,\n            \"name\": \"45-day refund window on paid plans\"\n          }\n        ]\n      },\n      \"negativeNotes\": {\n        \"@type\": \"ItemList\",\n        \"itemListElement\": [\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 1,\n            \"name\": \"US-based, inside the Five Eyes alliance\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 2,\n            \"name\": \"Kill switch works only with the Hydra protocol\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 3,\n            \"name\": \"Free version shows ads and shares data with advertisers\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 4,\n            \"name\": \"Live chat is reserved for paying users\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winner 3.5 Runner Up 3.2 \u26a1 Quick Verdict: Hotspot Shield and Namecheap VPN both promise privacy at a low price. Yet they chase very different buyers. Hotspot Shield bets on speed with its own Hydra protocol. Namecheap VPN, sold as FastVPN, bets on unlimited simultaneous connections. Both are US-based VPN providers, so neither is a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":225103,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[511,520],"tags":[932,1180],"class_list":["post-225099","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hotspot-shield","category-namecheap-vpn","tag-autolink","tag-vs"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/225099","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=225099"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/225099\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":225105,"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/225099\/revisions\/225105"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/225103"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=225099"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=225099"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=225099"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}