Mullvad

Updated: 05/06/2024 by Computer Hope
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Mullvad (Swedish for "mole") is a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service founded in March 2009. It was released under a free and open-source license and focuses on information transparency, customer privacy, and anonymity.

What features does Mullvad include?

  • An Account number that tracks your profile instead of using your PII (Personally Identifiable Information), like your e-mail address.
  • Privacy-friendly payment methods like cash, vouchers, and cryptocurrencies help you remain anonymous.
  • A custom browser helps keep your Internet activities from being monitored and stored by tracking technologies.
  • A custom search called Mullvad Leta uses 30-day cached searches to help with anonymity. If a search is not cached, it uses Google search API (Application Programming Interface) to perform a new one.
  • A strict no-logs policy helps keep your activity private.
  • No paid reviews or affiliates help keep Mullvad honest and prevents any misleading advertisements.
  • Externally audited to provide transparency and improve security practices.
  • In-house support and developers, no outsourcing.
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