Private Internet Access

Private Internet Access, commonly known as PIA, offers the largest server network of any VPN service with over 35,000 servers across 91 countries. This massive infrastructure ensures fast connections and minimal server congestion, regardless of where users are located or when they connect.

PIA's most compelling credential is its no-logs policy, which has been proven in court not once but twice. When subpoenaed by law enforcement, PIA was able to demonstrate that it simply had no user data to hand over. This court-tested commitment to privacy is more meaningful than any audit, giving users genuine confidence that their online activity is not being recorded. The policy has also been independently audited by Deloitte.

For UK torrent users, PIA is the standout choice. It allows P2P traffic on all servers, including UK servers, and offers VPN port forwarding to improve download speeds. The built-in SOCKS5 proxy provides an additional option for P2P applications, and the configurable encryption allows users to choose between AES-128 for speed or AES-256 for maximum security.

All of PIA's apps are 100% open-source, allowing independent verification of their security claims. The MACE feature blocks ads, trackers, and malware at the DNS level. Split tunneling allows users to route specific apps outside the VPN, while the kill switch ensures traffic is blocked if the VPN connection drops.

With unlimited simultaneous device connections and pricing starting at approximately £1.75 per month on the 2-year plan, PIA offers excellent value. While its US jurisdiction may concern some privacy-conscious users, the court-proven no-logs policy provides concrete evidence that this jurisdiction has not compromised user privacy.