And if you're really unlucky, they could be much worse. That's because some particularly malicious VPN apps are basically a Trojan horse for all sorts of nasty malware, adware, or even ransomware.

It starts with a non-interactive map in the primary section of the window and a red banner ... bottom of the app screen you’ll find a button showing your currently selected VPN server and ...

The desktop app is very easy to use and offers a ton of different features including access to the TOR network over VPN, multi-hop options, Meshnet, and a security suite complete with ad- and ...

but the VPN has its downsides. It's more expensive than its biggest rivals, has somewhat subpar apps, and struggles to unblock content, which could be a major red flag for potential users.