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VPN GateWindscribe
Free

Free of charge as a university research project.

 Freemium

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

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Browser extension
  • Free with no subscription
  • Works with standard L2TP/IPsec, OpenVPN and SSTP clients
  • Free tier with a real monthly allowance, not a trial
  • Built-in ad and tracker blocking, port forwarding and split tunnelling
  • Servers are run by volunteers, so privacy depends on each operator
  • Speed and availability vary from server to server
  • Canada is part of the Five Eyes intelligence arrangement
  • Free tier bandwidth is limited and server choice is restricted
Downloadable app, Hosted service 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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