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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>VPN Plans from $10.99\/month<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns71452_r_btn{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-none, 0rem );flex-direction:column;align-items:center;justify-content:center;}.kt-btns71452_r_btn 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#ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn71452_r_btn_inner.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn71452_r_btn_inner.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-btn71452_r_btn_inner 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\/torguard\" 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 costs $7.99\/month, and a free plan exists. TorGuard VPN plans start at $10.99\/month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield suits streaming, gaming, and households. TorGuard suits torrenting, static IPs, and tinkerers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key difference:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield is one fast app built on the Hydra protocol. TorGuard is a toolkit with proxy, private cloud, VPS, and mail add-ons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Our pick:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield for most people. It costs less and lets you start free.<\/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\/torguard-vs-hotspot-shield.png\" alt=\"torguard vs hotspot shield\" class=\"wp-image-224829\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/torguard-vs-hotspot-shield.png 800w, https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/torguard-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\">Most people land on this comparison with one of two goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some want fast streaming on a phone and a TV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Others want port forwarding and a static IP for torrents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TorGuard and Hotspot Shield each serve one of those groups well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick the wrong one, and you pay for tools you never touch.<\/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 TorGuard vs Hotspot Shield comparison covers price, speed, streaming, and privacy.<\/p>\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=\"164890\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">writer<\/a> spent hands-on time with Hotspot Shield directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notes on TorGuard come from its documentation, published specs, and G2 reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By the end, you will know which vpn service fits your routine.<\/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, 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.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-torguard'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is TorGuard?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TorGuard is a virtual private network and proxy service built around P2P privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VPNetworks LLC owns TorGuard, and it is a subsidiary of Data Protection Services LLC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite the name, it has no link to the Tor project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TorGuard&#8217;s servers number over 3,000 across more than 50 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It supports <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/openvpn\" title=\"OpenVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164885\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OpenVPN<\/a>, WireGuard, and IKEv2\/IPSec vpn protocols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TorGuard claims a strict no-logs policy for its VPN and proxy services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No outside firm has audited that claim yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That missing <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-seo-audit-tools\" title=\"audit\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">audit<\/a> shapes every TorGuard VPN review, including this one.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image1c6a49_44991b .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image1c6a49_44991b size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Torguard-Homepage.png\" alt=\"Torguard homepage\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This video walks through the apps, plans, and main settings.<\/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=\"TorGuard VPN Full Review - Features, Strengths, Weaknesses\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bFCsRqJLehI?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-image146563_ed152c-bb.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146563_ed152c-bb .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146563_ed152c-bb.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146563_ed152c-bb .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146563_ed152c-bb figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146563_ed152c-bb .image-is-svg, .kb-image146563_ed152c-bb .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146563_ed152c-bb .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146563_ed152c-bb\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Torguard-CTA.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-34151\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Torguard-CTA.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Torguard-CTA-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\">TorGuard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-rating wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50 3.8\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 From $10.99\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">Built for torrenting, with port forwarding and dedicated IP options. Stealth mode helps on strict networks.<\/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\/torguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY TORGUARD 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\/torguard\">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-torguard\">TORGUARD TUTORIAL \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='torguard-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TorGuard Pricing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TorGuard&#8217;s pricing spans four separate products. Here is how they line up.<\/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>$10.99\/month<\/td><td>Anonymous VPN plan with eight simultaneous connections<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pro<\/td><td>$14.29\/month<\/td><td>Twelve devices plus a dedicated IP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><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=\"164903\">Business<\/a> VPN<\/td><td>$32.99\/month<\/td><td>Teams that need a private cloud<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Anonymous Email<\/td><td>$3.58\/month<\/td><td>Encrypted mail without a VPN plan<\/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-image9336fa_294cac .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image9336fa_294cac size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/torguard-pricing-1.png\" alt=\"Torguard Pricing\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> None. Billing runs monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, yearly, or on two- and three-year terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> Seven days, approved case by case. <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=\"164896\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crypto<\/a> and gift card payments are not refundable.<\/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> Longer terms cut the rate. A three-year Pro term works out near $6.94 per month. A dedicated streaming IP address adds about $7.99 per month.<\/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> Sign-up is simple, but the add-on menu gets confusing fast. Check the cart total before you pay for a TorGuard subscription.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns139878_b5d925-3d .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:45px;border-top-right-radius:45px;border-bottom-right-radius:45px;border-bottom-left-radius:45px;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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e 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\/torguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TorGuard VPN 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-torguard'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of TorGuard<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is where TorGuard earns its price:<\/p>\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>Torrent-ready:<\/strong> Every plan supports BitTorrent and uTorrent. Port forwarding helps your seed ratios.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stealth servers:<\/strong> Stealth Mode makes vpn traffic look like normal web traffic. That helps on strict <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-school\" title=\"school\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164886\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">school<\/a> or office networks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dedicated IP addresses:<\/strong> Pro and Premium plans include a static IP. Online services like banks stop flagging you as a new visitor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leak protection:<\/strong> Built-in guards block DNS, IPv6, and WebRTC leaks. Your real IP address stays hidden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anonymous payment:<\/strong> Bitcoin and gift cards are accepted. That keeps your name off the bill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>More than a VPN:<\/strong> Proxy services, VPS hosting, and private mail share one account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imaged58df0_be0c20 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imaged58df0_be0c20 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Torguard-top-benefits.png\" alt=\"Torguard Top Benefits\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns139878_b5d925-3d .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button{color:#ffffff;background:#ff7700;font-weight:bold;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-left-radius:45px;border-top-right-radius:45px;border-bottom-right-radius:45px;border-bottom-left-radius:45px;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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e 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\/torguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TorGuard VPN 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\"><em>Note: We have not had extended hands-on time with TorGuard yet. Details here come from its documentation, published specs, and G2 reviews.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Published reviews praise its speed for gaming and torrenting. The same reviews mention clunky apps and a login prompt on every connection. For setup details, see our full TorGuard review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='torguard-pros-cons'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TorGuard 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>Port forwarding and dedicated IPs suit torrent fans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to twelve simultaneous device connections on Pro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stealth Mode gets through restrictive networks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accepts Bitcoin and gift cards for private payment<\/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>No independent audit backs its no-logs claims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seven-day refund window with many exceptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Streaming needs a paid add-on to work reliably<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apps feel clunky and can be buggy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns139878_b5d925-3d .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.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-btn139878_6ef949-0e 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\/torguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TorGuard VPN 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_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 sends your internet traffic through an encrypted tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its main selling point is speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield&#8217;s Hydra protocol is a proprietary vpn protocol built for quick connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The server network covers 1,800+ servers in 80+ countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its <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=\"164889\">Android<\/a> and iOS apps sit alongside Windows and Mac versions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is also a Linux command line app and an Amazon Fire TV app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield offers a free vpn tier next to its paid plan.<\/p>\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\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a quick tour of the app and its settings.<\/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 4.0\/5 | \ud83d\udcb0 From $7.99\/month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">Fast Hydra connections and ten devices on one plan. A 45-day refund window lets you test it properly.<\/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\">Hotspot Shield keeps its plan sheet short. There are two tiers.<\/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 US location<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium<\/td><td>$7.99\/month<\/td><td>Streaming, gaming, 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> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free VPN needs no credit card. Premium also comes with a 7-day free trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> A 45 day money back guarantee covers premium accounts.<\/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> Checkout takes credit cards and PayPal. Bitcoin is not 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> The $7.99 rate reflects annual billing. Month-to-month billing runs $12.99. A Family plan for five users costs $19.99 monthly or $11.99 on annual billing. Most vpn providers charge $3 to $5 a month on yearly plans. Confirm the total 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_11\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Benefits of Hotspot Shield<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what Hotspot Shield does best:<\/p>\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 speeds are its headline feature. It earned 2026 recognition for speed and streaming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick connects:<\/strong> The Windows app connects in a few seconds. Speed tests put it at 4 to 5 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Streaming access:<\/strong> Premium unblocks US Netflix, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-hulu\" title=\"Hulu\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164893\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hulu<\/a>, HBO Max, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ten devices:<\/strong> One plan covers phones, laptops, tablets, and smart TVs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>P2P everywhere:<\/strong> Torrenting is allowed on every server in the network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long refund window:<\/strong> 45 days gives you real time to test before you commit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\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 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#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-1'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Our Team Noticed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our writer used Hotspot Shield for daily browsing and streaming on Windows, Android, and iOS. Here is what stood out:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image5c2cc8_8f595e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image5c2cc8_8f595e size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-31.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Personal Experience\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Hotspot Shield review covers those sessions in more depth.<\/p>\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>Hydra protocol delivers fast speeds on nearby servers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Premium unblocks Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and BBC iPlayer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to ten devices on one premium account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free plan needs no credit card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>45-day money-back guarantee 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-1'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Cons<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Logs some session data despite no-logs claims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No transparency reports published since 2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kill switch only works with the Hydra protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free version is ad-supported and shares data with advertisers<\/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, 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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='feature-comparison'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feature Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These two vpn services overlap less than their category suggests. Below are ten areas where they split.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>TorGuard<\/th><th>Hotspot Shield<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Starting Price<\/td><td>$10.99\/month<\/td><td>$7.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Free Plan<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Servers \/ Countries<\/td><td>3,000+ \/ 50+<\/td><td>1,800+ \/ 80+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simultaneous Connections<\/td><td>8 to 12<\/td><td>10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Independent Audit<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Claimed in 2023<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Port Forwarding<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Split Tunneling<\/td><td>\u2705 Android only<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Netflix Without Add-On<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705 Premium only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Money-Back Window<\/td><td>7 days<\/td><td>45 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best For<\/td><td>Torrenting and power users<\/td><td>Streaming and speed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='1-server-network-and-virtual-locations'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Server Network and Virtual 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>TorGuard:<\/strong> Over 3,000 TorGuard servers sit in more than 50 countries. Most cluster in North America and Europe. That gives torrent users plenty of nearby exits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why you need TorGuard VPN &amp; Proxy\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PVkX3muMSnI?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 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 hosts 1,800+ servers across 80+ virtual locations. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s servers reach more countries with fewer machines. Some may be virtual servers, so hardware can sit outside the listed country.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More server locations make it easier to find vpn servers near you. That usually means better ping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='2-speed-and-protocols'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Speed and 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>TorGuard:<\/strong> TorGuard claims to be the fastest vpn on the market. Published reviews praise its gaming and torrent speeds. Other TorGuard speed test results show average connection speeds that swing between 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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield&#8217;s Hydra protocol splits traffic across several streams for speed. Published tests recorded about 210 Mbps in the UK and 190 in the US. When testing Hotspot Shield, our team saw upload speeds hold steady on a local server.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield performed best on nearby servers. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s speed drops on long-distance routes, like any VPN.<\/p>\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\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> TorGuard supports OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IKEv2\/IPSec. Some reviews report glitches in how its WireGuard build connects.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='3-encryption-and-security-features'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Encryption and 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>TorGuard:<\/strong> TorGuard wraps every vpn tunnel in AES-256 encryption. Its <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-password-manager\" title=\"security\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164904\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">security<\/a> features lean toward experts, with custom scripts and stealth options. That adds up to solid security for people who like control.<\/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 also uses AES-256 on every vpn connection. IP leak protection keeps your address hidden on public Wi-Fi. You get a secure connection on any internet connection without extra setup.<\/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<h3 id='4-kill-switch-dns-leaks-and-split-tunneling'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Kill Switch, DNS Leaks and Split Tunneling<\/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>TorGuard:<\/strong> A kill switch cuts traffic if the vpn connection drops. Built-in guards stop DNS leaks, so DNS requests stay inside the tunnel. The split tunneling feature only works on the Android app.<\/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> The kill switch blocks internet access when the tunnel fails, but only on Hydra. It turns off when you pick WireGuard or IKEv2. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s split tunneling lets you choose which apps or websites skip the VPN.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image7d4584_6380a2 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image7d4584_6380a2 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotspot-Shield-Military-grade-encryption.png\" alt=\"Hotspot Shield Military-grade encryption\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Warning:<\/strong> The Windows kill switch protects you only on Hydra. Change protocols, and your real IP address can leak during a drop.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='5-privacy-policy-and-logging'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Privacy Policy and 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>TorGuard:<\/strong> TorGuard is based in the United States, a Five Eyes member. Its policy promises no logs. Yet it admits collecting some anonymous site data and server logs. No independent audit has checked any of it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-imageb9874f_0b8d75 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-imageb9874f_0b8d75 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/torguard-Email-Service-Ultimate-Privacy.png\" alt=\"Torguard  Email Service Ultimate Privacy\" 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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield claims a strict no-logs policy and cites a 2023 independent audit. Still, Hotspot Shield logs your IP address during vpn sessions and deletes it after. It also keeps anonymized session length, bandwidth, and visited domains.<\/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> The Hotspot Shield process for session data draws criticism. Critics note Hotspot Shield recorded timestamps and bandwidth despite its no-logs label. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s free version shares data with third-party advertisers. No transparency reports have appeared since 2019. If the privacy Hotspot Shield gives free users worries you, upgrade or look elsewhere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='6-streaming-services'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Streaming Services<\/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>TorGuard:<\/strong> The basic vpn fails on most major streaming platforms. It can access Netflix and Prime Video in some countries. Hulu and Disney+ push back. Reliable access usually means buying a streaming bundle or a dedicated streaming IP address.<\/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 unblocks Netflix libraries 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=\"164898\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan<\/a>, and Canada. It also handled BBC iPlayer, ITV, and Channel 4. It failed on 9Now and 10 Play. The free tier unblocks no streaming services at all.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='7-torrenting-port-forwarding-and-dedicated-ips'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Torrenting, Port Forwarding and Dedicated IPs<\/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>TorGuard:<\/strong> This is why most people connect TorGuard in the first place. Port forwarding and dedicated IP addresses come with BitTorrent support. TorGuard&#8217;s US servers block BitTorrent traffic after a legal settlement. Pick an offshore server location instead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Use TorGuard Anonymous VPN\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1oYwtab2sH4?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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The anonymous proxy can route just your torrent client. There is no free dedicated IP address on the Standard tier, though.<\/p>\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 supports P2P on every server. Port forwarding is not part of its feature list. That limits seeding compared with TorGuard.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='8-devices-and-bandwidth'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Devices and Bandwidth<\/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>TorGuard:<\/strong> The Anonymous VPN plan allows eight simultaneous connections. Pro raises that to twelve, and some plans list up to 30. A few rivals now offer unlimited simultaneous connections, though.<\/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 covers up to ten devices on one account. The free tier claims unlimited traffic, yet some reviews cite a 500 MB daily cap. Check how much data you really get before relying on it.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paid bandwidth has no cap, which matters for 4K streams and big downloads.<\/p>\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='9-apps-ease-of-use-and-support'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Apps, Ease of Use and 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>TorGuard:<\/strong> TorGuard apps cover Windows, <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=\"164905\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mac<\/a>, Linux, Android, and the iOS app. Chrome and Firefox browser extensions round it out. TorGuard&#8217;s advanced features include auto-connect rules and custom scripts in the TorGuard app. Published reviews still call the menus clunky. They also mention slow connects and a login prompt each time.<\/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 mobile apps are simple, and Android auto-connects on unsecured Wi-Fi. The iOS app adds Always-on VPN, but the Mac app lacks auto-connect. Hotspot Shield&#8217;s browser extensions switch locations right from Chrome or Firefox.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TorGuard customer support uses live chat and email, but you must log in first. On Hotspot Shield, live chat support is limited to premium users.<\/p>\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> On Microsoft Edge, confirm an official extension exists before installing. Both vendors officially list Chrome and Firefox builds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='10-extra-services-and-business-plans'  id=\"boomdevs_26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Extra Services and Business Plans<\/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>TorGuard:<\/strong> TorGuard offers far more than a vpn subscription. You get a premium proxy, a private vpn cloud server, VPS hosting, and private mail. Business VPN plans add team seats and dedicated infrastructure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image698a83_ec35d0 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image698a83_ec35d0 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/torguard-Private-VPN-Cloud-Server.png\" alt=\"Torguard Private VPN Cloud Server\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VPS hosting runs under the same account for people who want their own box.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image62a7b3_0fc826 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image62a7b3_0fc826 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Torguard-vps-hosting.png\" alt=\"Torguard VPS Hosting\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Private mail handles encrypted email without a separate provider.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image42c544_7d9788 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image42c544_7d9788 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Torguard-private-mail.png\" alt=\"Torguard Private Mail\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The business tier bundles these tools for small teams.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image79c700_180b18 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image79c700_180b18 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/torguard-TorGuard-Business-VPN.png\" alt=\"Torguard Business 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>Hotspot Shield:<\/strong> Hotspot Shield sticks to consumer plans, including a Family option for five users. There is no proxy, hosting, or mail add-on. That keeps the Hotspot Shield subscription options easy to follow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='11-pricing-cost'  id=\"boomdevs_27\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Pricing &amp; Cost<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are both plan sheets side by side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Tier<\/th><th>TorGuard<\/th><th>Hotspot Shield<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>Free: $0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entry<\/td><td>Standard: $10.99\/month<\/td><td>Premium: $7.99\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mid<\/td><td>Pro: $14.29\/month<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Top<\/td><td>Business VPN: $32.99\/month<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Standalone<\/td><td>Anonymous Email: $3.58\/month<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Refund Window<\/td><td>7 days<\/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>TorGuard:<\/strong> You pay for torrent tools, not wide coverage. Anonymous Email is cheap, but it is not a full vpn. Add-ons and billing length change the real price a lot.<\/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 undercuts TorGuard&#8217;s Standard plan by about 27%. The free tier lets you test before paying. Watch for Hotspot Shield deals, since annual billing beats month-to-month.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='different-scenarios'  id=\"boomdevs_28\" 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>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>About 27% cheaper, plus a free plan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Heavy torrenting<\/td><td>TorGuard<\/td><td>Port forwarding and P2P tools<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Netflix and BBC iPlayer<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>No streaming add-on needed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Static IP for work logins<\/td><td>TorGuard<\/td><td>Dedicated IP on Pro<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Restrictive networks<\/td><td>TorGuard<\/td><td>Stealth servers hide VPN use<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Beginner-friendly setup<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><td>Simple apps, one-tap connect<\/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\">Hotspot Shield costs less and has a free version to start. TorGuard add-ons can push your bill well past the sticker price.<\/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\">TorGuard fits seedboxes, custom configs, and home labs. Hotspot Shield works on phones, laptops, and Fire TV sticks.<\/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\">Streamers and gamers get more from Hotspot Shield&#8217;s gaming servers and streaming servers. Torrent users get more from TorGuard.<\/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\">New users will find the Hotspot Shield app easier to handle. TorGuard rewards people who enjoy tuning settings.<\/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\">Hotspot Shield Free needs no card, and paid plans get 45 days. TorGuard has no trial and only seven refund days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group scenario-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udedf Support Options<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield&#8217;s support team answers live chat for premium users. TorGuard&#8217;s chat needs a login, which hurts when the VPN is what broke.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='switching-guide'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Switching Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Already paying for one of these? Here is what changes if you move.<\/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-torguard-to-hotspot-shield'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from TorGuard to Hotspot Shield?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 What you&#8217;ll gain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A free tier and a 45-day refund window<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Streaming access without a paid add-on<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quicker connects through the Hydra protocol<\/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>Port forwarding and dedicated IPs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stealth servers for blocked networks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proxy, VPS, and private mail under one login<\/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>Note your server settings and any tasks tied to a static IP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign up for Hotspot Shield and install it on each device<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancel TorGuard before renewal, since refunds close after seven days<\/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-torguard'  id=\"boomdevs_31\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 Switching from Hotspot Shield to TorGuard?<\/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>Port forwarding for better seeding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to twelve devices on Pro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bitcoin and gift card payments<\/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>Reliable streaming without extras<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A free plan and the longer refund window<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reach across 80+ countries instead of 50+<\/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>Request a refund within 45 days if eligible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick the TorGuard tier that matches your device count<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set your protocol and kill switch before first use<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-our-review-didn-t-cover'  id=\"boomdevs_32\" 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 did not test either service on vpn routers or any free router bundle. TorGuard&#8217;s business tools and VPS hosting were not evaluated in depth. Speed figures come from published tests and our Hotspot Shield VPN review. Your results may differ by country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='final-verdict'  id=\"boomdevs_33\" 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>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u26a1 Speed<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udcfa Streaming<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udc76 Ease of Use<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83c\udf0d Country Coverage<\/td><td>Hotspot Shield<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83e\uddf2 Torrenting<\/td><td>TorGuard<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Advanced Controls<\/td><td>TorGuard<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\ud83d\udcf1 Device Limit<\/td><td>TorGuard<\/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_34\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfc6 WINNER: HOTSPOT SHIELD<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotspot Shield wins 5 of 8 categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Streaming, gaming, households, and first-time VPN users<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These two tools solve different problems. Hotspot Shield is a fast, simple consumer VPN. TorGuard is a toolkit for torrent users and tinkerers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TorGuard is excellent for seeding, static IPs, and stealth connections. If those matter most, its higher price makes sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For everyone else, we recommend Hotspot Shield. Just weigh its logging and US base before you trust it with sensitive work.<\/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, 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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='more-of-torguard-compared'  id=\"boomdevs_35\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of TorGuard Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how TorGuard holds up against other vpn providers:<\/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-torguard\" title=\"TorGuard vs NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164901\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TorGuard vs NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TorGuard wins on:<\/em> Static IP bundled with Pro, open port forwarding, proxy and VPS extras<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>NordVPN wins on:<\/em> Audited no-logs claims, a much larger server fleet, smoother 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><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn-vs-torguard\" title=\"TorGuard vs ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164884\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TorGuard vs ProtonVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TorGuard wins on:<\/em> Stealth servers tuned for P2P, twelve device slots, a standalone email tier<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/protonvpn\" title=\"ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164902\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN<\/a> wins on:<\/em> Swiss jurisdiction, open-source apps, a usable free plan<\/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>TorGuard vs Surfshark<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TorGuard wins on:<\/em> Port forwarding, an included static IP, script-level client controls<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Surfshark wins on:<\/em> Unlimited devices, lower multi-year pricing, stronger streaming support<\/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>TorGuard vs <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/cyberghost\" title=\"CyberGhost\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164897\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CyberGhost<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>TorGuard wins on:<\/em> Custom configs, a business tier with private cloud, gift card payments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>CyberGhost wins on:<\/em> Servers labeled by streaming service, a 45-day refund, a simpler checkout<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns139878_b5d925-3d .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns139878_b5d925-3d\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn139878_6ef949-0e.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/torguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try TorGuard VPN 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_36\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More of Hotspot Shield Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is where Hotspot Shield lands 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-hotspot-shield\" title=\"Hotspot Shield vs NordVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164887\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotspot Shield vs NordVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> A free tier, a 45-day refund, quick Hydra connects nearby<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>NordVPN wins on:<\/em> Audited no-logs policy, lower annual price, far more servers<\/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\/expressvpn-vs-hotspot-shield\" title=\"Hotspot Shield vs ExpressVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164895\" 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 plan, a longer refund window, a cheaper annual rate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ExpressVPN wins on:<\/em> Published audits, polished apps, a base outside the US<\/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\/protonvpn-vs-hotspot-shield\" title=\"Hotspot Shield vs ProtonVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164894\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotspot Shield vs ProtonVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> Quicker nearby speeds, more streaming unblocks, simpler setup<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>ProtonVPN wins on:<\/em> Swiss privacy law, open-source code, an ad-free free tier<\/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\/purevpn-vs-hotspot-shield\" title=\"Hotspot Shield vs PureVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164888\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotspot Shield vs PureVPN<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Hotspot Shield wins on:<\/em> Higher local speeds, a 45-day refund, cleaner mobile apps<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/purevpn\" title=\"PureVPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"164906\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PureVPN<\/a> wins on:<\/em> Lower prices, 140+ countries, audited no-logs claims<\/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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But no independent audit has verified it. The company is also US-based, inside the Five Eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How much is TorGuard per month?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Standard costs $10.99 monthly and Pro costs $14.29. Business VPN runs $32.99, and Anonymous Email is $3.58. Multi-year terms lower the monthly rate.<\/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\">A free plan exists, but it is ad-supported and limited to one US location. It cannot unblock streaming. Premium costs $7.99 per month.<\/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\">Partly. It logs your IP address during a session, then deletes it. 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