VPN stands for a Virtual Private Network. It is a way to secure (encrypt) communication between two or more devices in order to protect it from snooping, censorship or other unwanted interference. VPNs can also serve as a proxy masking user’s IP address providing anonymity and letting the user surf the web and download without fear of being watched.
 
                    Using a VPN to download with FrostWire is not required, but very, very strongly recommended in order to:
Using a VPN service whenever connected to the internet also will:
Convinced? We’ve done some testing, shopping around and here three providers we can recommend:
| CyberGhost | PIA | ExpressVPN | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing Options | $2.77/month yearly (special offer) $4.99/month for 6-months $11.99/month monthly | $2.91/month for 2 years $3.33/month yearly $6.95/month monthly | $6.67/month yearly (Special offer) $9.99/month for 6-months $12.95/month monthly | 
| Guarantee | 30 days money back | 7 days money back | 30 days money back | 
| # of devices | Up to 7 | Up to 5 | Up to 5 | 
| # of servers | 1800 servers worldwide | 3,059 Servers in 28 Countries | 3,000 Servers in 94 countries | 
| Support Options | Knowledge Base Chat | Knowledge Base | Knowledge Base Live Chat (24/7) | 
| Jurisdiction | Romania: No data retention laws. No activity logs. No connection logs | USA No activity logs. No connection logs | British Virgin Islands: No data retention laws. No activity logs. No connection logs | 
| Comments | Kill switch Very P2P/Downloading Friendly | More complex interface Best for advanced users | Torrenting/P2P/Download Friendly Best for US users 3 Months Free! | 
All VPNs we recommend:
Here are some other ones we’ve tested and were happy with:
What happens if I download or browse the web without a VPN service:
In general:
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