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Freemium

Free plan available; paid plans renew at the same price and duration.

 Freemium

A free tier with a monthly data allowance is available. Paid plans remove the limit.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Browser extension Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension
  • Free plan available
  • Native IPv6 support to avoid leaks
  • Free tier with a real monthly allowance, not a trial
  • Built-in ad and tracker blocking, port forwarding and split tunnelling
  • Closed-source commercial service
  • Bolt speed feature is Windows only
  • Canada is part of the Five Eyes intelligence arrangement
  • Free tier bandwidth is limited and server choice is restricted
Downloadable app, Hosted service, Browser extension Downloadable app, Browser extension
Closed source Open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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