Proton VPN
Free planA no-cost VPN plan with unlimited data for one device.
Consider for Trying a documented free plan without a data allowance
Facts checked November 5, 2026
Before you decide
Proton VPN provides a useful counterexample to blanket claims that every free VPN is unsafe. Its free plan advertises unlimited data, no ads and one device. That does not make it equivalent to the paid plan: compare location selection and the features required for your task.
A fit when
- You want a free plan for one device.
- You can work within the free plan’s location and feature limits.
Look elsewhere when
- You need paid-plan streaming features on a free subscription.
- You expect multiple simultaneous connections on the free plan.
What the provider offers
Free allowance
The provider advertises unlimited data on one device.
Paid features
Proton separates its free offering from paid connection allowances and specialist features.
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Alternatives to Proton VPN
| Product | Choose it instead if | Starts at |
|---|---|---|
| ExpressVPN | A mix of devices that need different setup methods | See current plan |
| HMA | People whose devices match HMA’s current apps | See current plan |
| IPVanish | People putting phones and streaming devices on their shortlist | See current plan |
| Mullvad | Paying month by month without a promotional price puzzle | See current plan |
| NordVPN | A household that fits within ten simultaneous connections | See current plan |
Your questions, answered
What should I check before subscribing?
You want a free plan for one device. Confirm the current app or setup instructions and the total subscription cost.
Did The VPN Club test this service?
This assessment uses linked provider documentation. We have not performed speed, streaming or leak tests for this review.
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- protonvpn.com/free-vpn for Published service details or guidance referenced in this assessment checked November 5, 2026