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class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u26a1 Quick Verdict:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> Norton <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-hulu\" title=\"VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161884\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VPN<\/a> starts at $3.33\/month. Hotspot Shield has a free plan, and Premium costs $7.99\/month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Norton VPN for everyday <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager\" title=\"security\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161889\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">security<\/a>. Hotspot Shield for streaming and speed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key difference:<\/strong> Norton covers fewer than 30 countries. Hotspot Shield offers 80+ virtual locations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Our pick:<\/strong> Norton VPN for most users. It costs less and adds more privacy tools.<\/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\/norton-vpn-vs-hotspot-shield.png\" alt=\"norton vpn vs hotspot shield\" class=\"wp-image-223894\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/norton-vpn-vs-hotspot-shield.png 800w, https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/norton-vpn-vs-hotspot-shield-480x252.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The VPN with the bigger server network isn&#8217;t our top pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield covers 80+ virtual locations and unblocks more streaming services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton VPN reaches fewer than 30 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yet Norton costs less and adds tools like Dark Web Monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So which secure VPN should you trust with your online privacy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It depends on whether you care more about streaming or everyday safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='overview'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Norton VPN vs Hotspot Shield comparison covers pricing, security, speed, streaming, and apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We reviewed documentation, pricing pages, and third-party speed tests for both VPN providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writers also spent hands-on time with each VPN app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those observations appear in the &#8220;What Our Team Noticed&#8221; sections 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class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137391_e65375-3c\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137391_280427-f4 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\/norton-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Try Norton VPN NOW<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-norton-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Norton VPN?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton VPN comes from Norton, a long-running security company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may also see it sold as Norton Secure VPN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It encrypts your online traffic and hides your IP addresses from websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also protects your internet connection on public Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apps are available for Windows, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/accounting-software-for-mac\" title=\"Mac\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161878\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mac<\/a>, Android, and iOS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can buy it alone or inside a Norton 360 bundle with antivirus software.<\/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\/y7LDtxSDLoE?si=TXiZD9ZCoWZyXv7x\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-image146638_6822ff-9b.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146638_6822ff-9b .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146638_6822ff-9b.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146638_6822ff-9b .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146638_6822ff-9b figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146638_6822ff-9b .image-is-svg, .kb-image146638_6822ff-9b .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146638_6822ff-9b .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146638_6822ff-9b\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-1-1.png\" alt=\"Norton VPN\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-32047\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-1-1.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-1-1-480x480.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\">Norton VPN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 3.8\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 From $3.33\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">A simple VPN from a well-known security brand. It adds tracker blocking and Wi-Fi alerts. Read our full Norton Secure VPN review for setup tips.<\/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\/norton-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY NORTON 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\/norton-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-norton-vpn\">NORTON VPN TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='norton-vpn-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Norton VPN Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what Norton VPN 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>Standard<\/td><td>$3.33\/month<\/td><td>Budget users with basic needs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deluxe<\/td><td>$4.17\/month<\/td><td>Households with more devices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Select Plus<\/td><td>$8.33\/month<\/td><td>Users who want the widest coverage<\/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-image024015_f0e24f .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image024015_f0e24f size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/norton-pricing.png\" alt=\"Norton pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> There&#8217;s no free plan. The refund window is your risk-free test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> 60 days for annual subscribers and 14 days on monthly plans.<\/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> Other published pricing lists device-based plans. One device costs $5 monthly. Five devices cost $3.33\/month billed annually, then renew at $6.66. Ten devices cost $5\/month, renewing at $8.33. Norton takes credit card and PayPal, but not <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=\"161886\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crypto<\/a>.<\/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>Warning:<\/strong> Renewal prices climb after year one. Promo sales have offered $9.99 for the first year, renewing at $49.99 per year. Our table uses our own CSV figures, so confirm the price at checkout.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137391_e65375-3c{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137391_e65375-3c\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137391_280427-f4 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\/norton-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Try Norton VPN NOW<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-norton-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of Norton VPN<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what makes Norton VPN worth a look:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image3eaba1_50e157 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image3eaba1_50e157 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/norton-top-benefits.png\" alt=\"Norton 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>Kill Switch:<\/strong> It cuts traffic if the VPN connection drops. Your real IP address stays hidden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ad Tracker Blocking:<\/strong> The tracker blocker works across all platforms. Pages load with fewer ads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compromised Network Detection:<\/strong> It warns you before you join an unsecured network. That helps prevent identity theft.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protocol Choice:<\/strong> Pick WireGuard, OpenVPN, or Norton&#8217;s own Mimic protocol. Each balances speed and security differently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anti-Throttling:<\/strong> Your ISP can&#8217;t see your online activities. That can stop bandwidth throttling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Norton 360 Bundles:<\/strong> Add antivirus features like malware blocking. Some tiers include parental controls too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image26513a_bf5d95 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image26513a_bf5d95 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/norton-homepage.png\" alt=\"Norton homepage\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137391_e65375-3c{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137391_e65375-3c\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137391_280427-f4 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\/norton-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Try Norton VPN NOW<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<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=\"161881\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">writer<\/a> signed up for Norton VPN and explored its apps. Here&#8217;s what stood out from that hands-on time:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imaged0f5ed_9e8d1b .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imaged0f5ed_9e8d1b size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1-12.png\" alt=\"Norton Personal Experience\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='norton-vpn-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Norton 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'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paid plans start at $3.33\/month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kill switch and split tunneling on Windows and Android<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ad tracker blocking works on every platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dark Web Monitoring and public Wi-Fi alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60-day money-back guarantee on annual 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>Fewer than 30 server countries, with no city choice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No IPv6 leak protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>iOS app lacks a kill switch and split tunneling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can&#8217;t get past firewalls in China or Iran<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137391_e65375-3c{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137391_e65375-3c\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137391_280427-f4 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\/norton-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Try Norton VPN NOW<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='what-is-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Hotspot Shield?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield is a VPN app that builds an encrypted tunnel for your internet traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It runs on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s also a Linux command line app and an Amazon Fire TV app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its patented Hydra protocol is built for speed.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Premium covers up to ten devices and unlocks dedicated streaming servers.<\/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\">Hotspot Shield<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 3.0\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 Free plan, Premium from $7.99\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">A speed-first VPN with a free tier. Premium unblocks major streaming apps. Our Hotspot Shield VPN review covers each app in detail.<\/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_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotspot Shield Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what Hotspot Shield 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, gaming, and up to 10 devices<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pricing verified September 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image4de78c_020685 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image4de78c_020685 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-pricing-1.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield free never expires. It&#8217;s ad-supported and locked to one US location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> Paid plans include a 45 day money back guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield subscription options include monthly and annual billing. The $7.99 rate applies to the annual plan. Billed monthly, Premium costs $12.99. A Family plan covers five users for $19.99 monthly or $11.99 on the annual plan.<\/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>Warning:<\/strong> Most VPN providers charge about $3 to $5 per month on annual plans. That puts Hotspot Shield on the pricey side. It accepts credit cards and PayPal, but not Bitcoin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, 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#ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='key-benefits-of-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of Hotspot Shield<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s why people pick Hotspot Shield:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image916bca_0933b5 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image916bca_0933b5 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-7-10.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Top Benefits\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group blue-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hydra Protocol:<\/strong> This proprietary VPN protocol is designed for speed and security. It drives most of the performance gains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Large Server Network:<\/strong> Over 1,800 servers span 80 countries. P2P traffic is allowed on all of them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Streaming Access:<\/strong> Premium adds dedicated servers for Netflix and Disney+. It also reached BBC iPlayer, ITV, and Channel 4 in tests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>10 Devices:<\/strong> One Premium account protects up to 10 devices at once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Split Tunneling:<\/strong> Choose which apps or websites skip the VPN.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Browser Extensions:<\/strong> Chrome and Firefox extensions let you switch locations from your browser.<\/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 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.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-1'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writer signed up for Hotspot Shield and explored its apps. Here&#8217;s what caught our attention:<\/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_13\" 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-1'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Pros<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Premium unblocks Netflix in the US, UK, Germany, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-japan\" title=\"Japan\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161877\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan<\/a>, and Canada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over 1,800 servers across 80 countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Windows app connects in about 4 to 5 seconds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free version with no expiration date<\/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>Kill switch works only with the Hydra protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free version shares <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/alaya-ai\" title=\"data\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161882\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">data<\/a> with third-party advertisers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live chat is limited to premium users<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No transparency reports since 2019<\/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, 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#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='feature-comparison'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feature Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how Norton VPN and Hotspot Shield compare across ten key areas. Start with the summary table, then dig into each feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Norton VPN<\/th><th>Hotspot Shield<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Starting Price<\/td><td>$3.33\/month<\/td><td>Free \/ $7.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Free Plan<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kill Switch<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705 (Hydra only)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Split Tunneling<\/td><td>\u2705 Windows &amp; Android<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Server Countries<\/td><td>Fewer than 30<\/td><td>80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>City Selection<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Max Devices<\/td><td>10<\/td><td>10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Linux App<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Money-Back Guarantee<\/td><td>60 days (annual)<\/td><td>45 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best For<\/td><td>Everyday security<\/td><td>Streaming and speed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='1-security-encryption'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Security &amp; Encryption<\/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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton uses AES-256 encryption for all online traffic. Norton&#8217;s IP leak protection covers DNS and WebRTC. Compromised Network Detection also warns you about risky public Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1-38-980x457.png\" alt=\"Norton VPN online privacy protection\" 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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> It supports Hydra, WireGuard, and IKEv2. Its Windows kill switch blocks internet access if the VPN drops. That keeps your real IP address from leaking.<\/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 tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> Norton doesn&#8217;t mask IPv6 addresses. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s kill switch turns off when you use WireGuard or IKEv2.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='2-privacy-no-logs-policy'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Privacy &amp; No-Logs Policy<\/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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton claims a no logs policy. But the NortonLifeLock Global Privacy Statement allows some log information, like email addresses and timestamps. Norton also collects usage data for debugging.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/norton-Privacy-Monitor-Assistant-1.png\" alt=\"Norton Privacy Monitor Assistant\" 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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> It logs your IP address at the start of VPN sessions, then deletes it. It also keeps session duration, bandwidth, and visited domains in anonymized form. Hotspot Shield claims a 2023 <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-seo-audit-tools\" title=\"audit\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161887\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">audit<\/a>. Other reports say those claims lack independent proof.<\/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> Both companies are based in the US, a Five Eyes member. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free version also shares data with third-party advertisers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='3-speed-protocols'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Speed &amp; 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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Tests show Norton&#8217;s speeds dropping about 40% on US servers. Local servers stay fast, and the best sessions topped a 950Mbps median. Norton Secure VPN&#8217;s performance falls on distant servers, with one Japan test losing 73%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/youtu.be\/vB3jd5KiBn8?si=u6TciXhkyYo1Kxxq<\/p>\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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s Hydra protocol is why it markets itself as the fastest VPN. Testing Hotspot Shield, reviewers saw 210 Mbps in the UK. Hotspot Shield recorded 190 Mbps in the US. Upload speeds weren&#8217;t part of those results.<\/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 tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Always pick nearby VPN servers first. Connection speeds fall fast on long-distance routes with both tools.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='4-server-network-locations'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Server Network &amp; Locations<\/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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton Secure VPN&#8217;s servers number around 1,500. Sources list 28 or 29 countries. You can pick a country, but not a specific city.<\/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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s servers top 1,800 across 80 countries. P2P traffic works on every server. Hotspot Shield hosts dedicated gaming servers for Premium users too.<\/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<h3 id='5-streaming'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Streaming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton unblocks US and Australian Netflix, Prime Video, and BBC iPlayer. It fails with Netflix UK, Canada, Japan, and Disney Plus. It&#8217;s fine for light use of popular streaming services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-5-24-980x478.png\" alt=\"Norton VPN streaming feature\" 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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Premium unblocks US Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney+, and Prime Video. Hotspot Shield performed well beyond the US. It also reached Netflix in the UK, Germany, Japan, and Canada. It failed with 9Now and 10 Play.<\/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<h3 id='6-apps-ease-of-use'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Apps &amp; Ease of Use<\/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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton Secure VPN&#8217;s apps are simple. The Windows app is especially clean. Quick-connect picks the fastest server near you. On Android smartphones the app is feature-rich, but the iOS app lacks a kill switch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-37-980x521.png\" alt=\"Norton VPN device privacy protection\" 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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s mobile apps are easy to use. The Android app can automatically connect on unsafe networks, and iOS offers Always-on VPN. The Mac app is stripped down, with no auto-connect or keyboard shortcuts.<\/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<h3 id='7-setup-device-support'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Setup &amp; Device 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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> On Windows or Mac, download it from your Norton account. On mobile devices, grab it from Google Play or the App Store and sign in. Plans cover one, five, or ten devices.<\/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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield premium accounts allow up to 10 simultaneous device connections. Free users get one secure connection on a single device. You also get a Fire TV app, while smart TVs need a router setup.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='8-bonus-privacy-tools'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Bonus Privacy Tools<\/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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton adds ad tracker blocking, Dark Web Monitoring, and Double VPN. Double VPN sends traffic through two servers for extra anonymity. Norton Secure VPN&#8217;s features include bonus features many VPNs skip.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Norton AntiTrack: More privacy online. Less tracking.\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iL_f1v1K1iQ?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s browser extensions let you change locations inside Chrome or Firefox. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s split tunneling can route specific apps or websites outside the VPN tunnel. Advanced features stay focused on speed, not identity tools.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='9-free-version-customer-support'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Free Version &amp; 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>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton VPN has no free version. Its support library covers installation and troubleshooting steps. That&#8217;s the first stop if setup fails.<\/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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield free offers unlimited traffic on one US location. Some sources report limited data of 500 MB per day. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free VPN is ad-supported and unblocks no streaming apps. Live chat support from Hotspot Shield&#8217;s support team is premium-only.<\/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> Check how much data you use daily before picking a free VPN.<\/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\">Here&#8217;s how the plans line up side by side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Norton VPN<\/th><th>Hotspot Shield<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entry Paid Plan<\/td><td>Standard: $3.33\/month<\/td><td>Premium: $7.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mid Plan<\/td><td>Deluxe: $4.17\/month<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Top Plan<\/td><td>Select Plus: $8.33\/month<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Refund Window<\/td><td>60 days annual \/ 14 days monthly<\/td><td>45 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group software-compare-card software-a is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Norton VPN:<\/strong> Norton&#8217;s cheapest paid plan costs $4.66 less per month than Hotspot Shield Premium. Watch renewal rates on annual subscriptions. Is Norton Secure VPN worth it? For Norton 360 owners, the bundle is a good deal.<\/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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Premium costs more than most VPNs charge for similar features. The free plan softens that. Hotspot Shield deals change often, so check the checkout page.<\/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>Cheapest paid plan<\/td><td>Norton VPN<\/td><td>Lower entry price<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A free VPN<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Permanent free version<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Global streaming libraries<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>More Netflix regions and Disney+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Public Wi-Fi safety<\/td><td>Norton VPN<\/td><td>Unsafe network alerts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You already own Norton 360<\/td><td>Norton VPN<\/td><td>Bundled with antivirus<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Linux or Fire TV<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Dedicated 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\">Norton VPN&#8217;s paid plans cost less than Hotspot Shield Premium. If you want to pay nothing, only Hotspot Shield has a free plan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udd0c Your Devices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both offer Android and iOS apps plus Windows and Mac. Hotspot Shield adds Linux and Fire TV apps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udcfa Your Streaming Habits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield unblocks more Netflix libraries plus Disney+. Norton handles US Netflix but misses several regions.<\/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 apps connect in a few seconds with one tap. Norton&#8217;s quick-connect picks a server for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udd93 Free Trials and Demos<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try Hotspot Shield free before paying anything. For Norton, use the 60-day refund window on annual plans.<\/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 offers live chat, but only for paying users. Norton leans on a detailed support library.<\/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 changes 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-norton-vpn-to-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from Norton 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>Server locations in 80 countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More streaming libraries, including Disney+<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A free plan plus Linux and Fire TV apps<\/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>Dark Web Monitoring and Wi-Fi alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ad tracker blocking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower paid 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 auto-renew in your Norton account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a Hotspot Shield account. The Hotspot Shield process takes a few minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install the Hotspot Shield app and connect to a local server.<\/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-hotspot-shield-to-norton-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from Hotspot Shield to Norton 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>Cheaper paid plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DNS and WebRTC leak protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An optional Norton 360 antivirus bundle<\/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 speeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>City selection and a much bigger server list<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The free plan and browser extensions<\/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 Hotspot Shield within 45 days for a refund.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buy Norton VPN and download it from your Norton account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign in, check each device name, and enable the kill switch in the settings tab.<\/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 run our own speed test on every server. Speed figures come from third-party tests. We also skipped gaming latency, router setups, and censorship bypass in China or Iran. Our standalone Hotspot Shield review goes deeper on each app.<\/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 Paid Pricing<\/td><td>Norton VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udd12 Security Tools<\/td><td>Norton VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udd75\ufe0f Privacy &amp; Logging<\/td><td>Norton VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf81 Bonus Features<\/td><td>Norton VPN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u26a1 Speed<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf0d Server Network<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udcfa Streaming<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udd93 Free Plan<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\ud83c\udfc6 Overall Winner<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Norton VPN<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group winner-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 id='\ud83c\udfc6-winner-norton-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_33\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfc6 WINNER: NORTON VPN<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton VPN wins 4 of 8 categories and takes the overall pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Public Wi-Fi safety, Norton 360 users, budget paid plans<\/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>Why Norton breaks the tie:<\/strong> Each VPN wins four categories. Norton gets the edge for its lower paid price and stronger privacy tools. It also holds the higher rating (3.8 vs 3.0).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton VPN and Hotspot Shield solve different problems. Norton is a security-first VPN from an antivirus maker. Hotspot Shield is a speed-first VPN built around Hydra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend Hotspot Shield if streaming or a free plan matters most. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s speeds, bigger network, and better unblocking are real strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For protecting everyday browsing activities, Norton VPN is the better value. You pay less and get more safety tools.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137391_e65375-3c{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 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NOW<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='more-of-norton-vpn-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_34\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of Norton VPN Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how Norton VPN stacks up against other 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><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/nordvpn-vs-norton-vpn\" title=\"Norton VPN vs NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Norton VPN vs NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Norton VPN wins on:<\/em> Optional Norton 360 antivirus bundle, Dark Web Monitoring alerts, 60-day refund on annual plans<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>NordVPN wins on:<\/em> Independently audited no-logs policy, servers in far more countries, a Panama base outside Five Eyes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group competitor-card is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Norton VPN vs <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=\"161875\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Private Internet Access<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Norton VPN wins on:<\/em> Pairing with Norton antivirus, Compromised Network Detection, a longer refund window<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Private Internet Access wins on:<\/em> Unlimited simultaneous connections, city-level US servers, open-source apps<\/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>Norton VPN vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/surfshark\" title=\"Surfshark\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161888\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Surfshark<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Norton VPN wins on:<\/em> Norton 360 bundle pricing, public Wi-Fi threat alerts, a 60-day annual refund window<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Surfshark wins on:<\/em> Unlimited devices, far more server countries, city-level server selection<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns137391_e65375-3c{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns137391_e65375-3c .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns137391_e65375-3c\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;text-transform:uppercase;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn137391_280427-f4.kb-button:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn137391_280427-f4 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\/norton-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Try Norton VPN NOW<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='more-of-hotspot-shield-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_35\" 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 VPN services:<\/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>Hotspot Shield vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expressvpn\" title=\"ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> A free version, a 45-day refund window, dedicated gaming servers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ExpressVPN wins on:<\/em> Audited no-logs claims, a base outside Five Eyes, the Lightway protocol<\/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>Hotspot Shield vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn\" title=\"ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161885\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> Dedicated streaming servers, the Hydra protocol, premium live chat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ProtonVPN wins on:<\/em> A free plan without ads or data caps, Swiss privacy laws, open-source apps<\/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>Hotspot Shield vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/cyberghost\" title=\"CyberGhost\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161874\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CyberGhost<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> A permanent free plan, Hydra speeds, 10 devices per account<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>CyberGhost wins on:<\/em> A Romania base outside Five Eyes, a larger server list, NoSpy servers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns140221_5f8da4-cf .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns140221_5f8da4-cf\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, 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#ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn140221_4bf018-fc kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/hotspot-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try Hotspot Shield for free<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<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 Norton VPN a good idea?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, if you use public Wi-Fi often or already pay for Norton 360. It encrypts traffic and blocks trackers, but streamers will find its country list limited.<\/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\">Yes, a free version exists. It shows ads, covers one device, and connects only to a US location. Premium unlocks streaming, 80 countries, and 10 devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can Hotspot Shield be trusted?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a legitimate VPN, but trust has limits. It logs some session data, is US-based, and hasn&#8217;t published transparency reports since 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Does Norton VPN hide my IP address?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. It masks your IPv4 address behind a VPN server. However, it doesn&#8217;t mask IPv6 addresses, so some leaks are possible on IPv6 networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is there a better VPN than Hotspot Shield?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For cheaper paid plans and more safety tools, Norton VPN is our pick. For audited privacy, NordVPN or ProtonVPN are stronger choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n      \"name\": \"Norton VPN vs Hotspot Shield: Which One Is Actually Worth It?\",\n      \"description\": \"Norton VPN vs Hotspot Shield compared side by side. Norton wins on price and security tools, but Hotspot Shield beats it on streaming. 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The free version is ad-supported, covers one device, and connects to one US location.\"\n          }\n        },\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Can Hotspot Shield be tracked?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"It hides your IP from websites. But it logs session duration, bandwidth, and anonymized domains, and the free version shares data with advertisers.\"\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. 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