Trusted VPN services for your privacy
That have been reviewed according to the VPN Guild criteria. Our goal is to help users navigate the fast-growing VPN market, make informed choices and avoid insecure or non-transparent solutions
Only verified services
Trusted methodology
The list is based on a methodology developed by a professional community advocating for security, transparency and accountability in the VPN services market. The assessment includes a structured survey, expert data and open sources verification, legal documents and independent risk analysis. We do not publish advertising — only objective findings based on facts
List of VPN services verified by VPN Guild experts
The advantages
Jurisdiction: British Virgin Islands - outside the 14 Eyes agreements
Kill Switch and DNS/IP leak protection
Strict no-logging policy, externally audited
MultiHop support (dual VPN connection).
What could be improved
No access to the full text of the User Agreement directly in the app
Website blocked in a number of countries (including Russia) - requires mirrors or workarounds
Surfshurk VPN
A reliable VPN service with a focus on privacy and convenience. Surfshark offers a wide range of features including MultiHop, built-in ad blocker and support for a large number of devices.
The advantages
Jurisdiction: British Virgin Islands - outside the 14 Eyes agreements
Kill Switch and DNS/IP leak protection
Strict no-logging policy, externally audited
MultiHop support (dual VPN connection).
What could be improved
No access to the full text of the User Agreement directly in the app
Website blocked in a number of countries (including Russia) - requires mirrors or workarounds
Surfshurk VPN
A reliable VPN service with a focus on privacy and convenience. Surfshark offers a wide range of features including MultiHop, built-in ad blocker and support for a large number of devices.
The advantages
Jurisdiction: British Virgin Islands - outside the 14 Eyes agreements
Kill Switch and DNS/IP leak protection
Strict no-logging policy, externally audited
MultiHop support (dual VPN connection).
What could be improved
No access to the full text of the User Agreement directly in the app
Website blocked in a number of countries (including Russia) - requires mirrors or workarounds
Surfshurk VPN
A reliable VPN service with a focus on privacy and convenience. Surfshark offers a wide range of features including MultiHop, built-in ad blocker and support for a large number of devices.
Frequently asked questions
How do you verify a VPN?
The VPN service verification process is a structured and independent assessment that aims to determine the level of reliability, transparency and security of the service. We do not conduct a technical audit, but provide an expert opinion based on a variety of criteria important to the user.
How is the list of trusted VPN services formed?
The list is based on a verification methodology: we collect structured data from providers, check it for completeness and validity, analyse technical and legal aspects, and compile an expert assessment with recommendations.
What does ‘trusted VPN service’ mean?
This is a service that has been verified using our methodology. It has provided information on technology, corporate structure and data processing policies, and has undergone expert verification and risk analysis. Such services are marked with a special ‘verified’ sign.
Can any VPN service make it into the rankings?
Yes, but only after going through the verification procedure. The VPN provider must fill out a questionnaire, provide the necessary documents and be ready to verify the information. If the service does not meet the basic requirements, we make detailed recommendations, until the fulfilment of which the service cannot be included in our list.
How often is information about VPN services updated?
We endeavour to review and update data at least once a year or after significant changes in the operation of the service (change of jurisdiction, audit, change of logging policy, etc.). We also take into account feedback from users and providers.
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We invite VPN service providers to be verified and, upon successful verification, to be included in the public list of verified VPN services
