Proton VPN: Fast & Secure

Secure your internet and protect your online privacy in one click.
What is Proton VPN: Fast & Secure?
"Proton VPN: Fast & Secure" is a Chrome extension that offers safe, private, and unlimited internet access. Created by CERN scientists, it features a strict no-logs policy, advanced privacy tools, and easy one-click protection. Unblock geo-restricted content and enjoy a fast, reliable VPN service while safeguarding your online activity. Use it to keep your browsing history private and access popular streaming platforms without limitations.

Extension stats

Users: 300,000+
Version: 1.2.3 (Last updated: 2024-10-24)
Creation date: 2023-03-01
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • idle
  • notifications
  • privacy
  • proxy
  • scripting
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • webRequestAuthProvider
Host permissions:
  • https://*/
  • http://*/
Size: 2.29M

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Proton VPN: Fast & Secure (v1.2.3)
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Extension summary

Proton VPN is the world's only free VPN app that is safe to use and respects your privacy with no usage limitations. Proton VPN is created by the CERN scientists behind Proton Mail - the world's largest encrypted email service. Our fast VPN offers secure, private, encrypted, and unlimited internet access with advanced privacy and security features. Proton VPN also unblocks access to popular websites and streaming platforms.

PC Mag: “A five-star VPN experience. […] Proton VPN offers an excellent collection of features and a nearly peerless free subscription option, making it our top choice for VPNs.”

Forbes: "Proton VPN is a service that will do all it can to protect your privacy. All of its applications are open source and audited by third parties, and it has a robust privacy policy. Spoiler, it's very good."

Used by millions worldwide, Proton’s secure no-logs VPN offers 24/7 safe, private, and unlimited internet access and does not record your browsing history, display ads, sell your data to third parties, or limit downloads.

Why do you need Proton VPN's extension for Chrome? • Browse privately online ⚬ Easily hide your browsing history from your internet service provider (ISP) ⚬ Prevent tracking from websites you visit by hiding your IP address ⚬ Strict no-logs policy; your privacy is our priority • Convenience ⚬ Easy to install everywhere, without admin rights

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works like a charm
  • Fast and easy to use
  • Good for connecting to free servers quickly
Cons
  • Needs another VPN to connect in some regions (e.g., China)
  • Limited functionality with free version (e.g., inability to choose servers)
  • Issues with connection reliability and auto-disconnects
  • Only connects to USA servers in free version
Most mentioned
  • Problems with connection and reliability
  • Functionality of the free version is limited
  • Needs another VPN to connect in certain locations
Recent reviews
居然要开其他VPN才能开这个 醉了
by Linzhao Zhu, 2024-11-20

少给一星的原因是居然要用vpn连vpn,如果没有挂别的vpn居然连不上protonvpn,这个设计思路我也是醉了
by DawnRoc Liu (Leon), 2024-11-18

Não funciona mais no Chrome no Windows.
by Vladmir Cunha, 2024-11-15
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Proton VPN: Fast & Secure requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Proton VPN: Fast & Secure is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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