Hotspot Shield

Hotspot Shield is a virtual private network (VPN) service focused on online privacy, security, and access to content worldwide. Its apps encrypt internet connections, help mask users’ IP addresses, and are designed to protect browsing on public Wi-Fi. The company says it does not log data that can be tied to users, and uses its proprietary Hydra protocol to support fast, secure connections.

Hotspot Shield promotes its service for streaming, gaming, downloading, and general browsing. It offers access to virtual locations, with servers across more than 80 countries and 35 cities, and supports services including Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and Disney+. One account can secure up to 10 devices, with apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome, and TVs.

Products include free and paid VPN plans, along with VPN options tailored to streaming, gaming, and privacy. The website also provides VPN guides, educational resources, and customer support. Direct subscription purchases come with a 45-day money-back guarantee, and users can manage automatic renewal through their accounts.