What's so important about a VPN kill switch?
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The list of features offered by VPN providers is long and growing, but some are more important than others. Sure, server location and connection speed is important, but these things don't impact your privacy and security.
If online security is your priority, you should be looking out for things like a kill switch. This terminates your internet connection if the VPN disconnects, so that your identity isn’t exposed. It's a vital second layer of protection, and it's something every VPN service should provide.
If the service you are considering doesn't offer a kill switch, you should probably look elsewhere. Nearly all VPNs have a small chance of experiencing disconnection, so a kill switch is an essential feature for preventing your VPN connection from accidentally exposing your real IP to cybercriminals.
PureVPN does include a kill switch in its list of services, alongside a bunch of other advanced security features. A two-year subscription to PureVPN is now on sale for £2.33 per month, saving you 74% on list price. This includes a 31-day money-back guarantee and 12 free monthly accounts to give away.
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Topics Cybersecurity
Joseph Green is the Global Shopping Editor for Mashable. He covers VPNs, headphones, fitness gear, dating sites, streaming, and shopping events like Black Friday and Prime Day.
Joseph is also Executive Editor of Mashable's sister site, AskMen.
