Software:Atlas VPN

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Short description: Virtual private network provider
Atlas VPN
Developer(s)Peakstar Technologies Inc.
Operating systemWindows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux
PlatformPersonal Computer, Smartphone, Smart TV
TypeVirtual private network
LicenseProprietary
Websitehttps://atlasvpn.com

Atlas VPN is a freemium VPN service provider with applications for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Android TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV.[1][2][3]

The online VPN includes a tool that blocks malware, third-party trackers, and ads.[4] Atlas VPN also offers a data breach monitoring feature that notifies users of potential data breaches.[5][6][7]

History

Atlas VPN is operated by Peakstar Technologies Inc.[8]

In March 2020, Atlas VPN gave away a three-month subscription to its premium VPN services to combat misinformation about coronavirus. According to research conducted by the firm, internet censorship is leaving the citizens of some countries uninformed or misinformed about the extent of the outbreak.[9]

On October 15, 2021, Nord Security announced that it had reached a deal to incorporate Atlas VPN to its growing portfolio of cybersecurity brands and products. However, Atlas VPN continues acting independently and pursuing its goals in the "freemium" VPN services market.[10][11] In February 2022, Atlas VPN distributed one-year premium VPN subscriptions to media personnel in Ukraine at no cost as a gesture of support.[12][13]

In February 2023, Atlas VPN received third place in TechRound's VPN53 roundup, which ranks the U.K. and Europe's most innovative VPN companies.[14] As of August 2023, Atlas VPN has 1000+ servers in 49 locations across the world.[15]

Reviews

Forbes rated Atlas VPN 4.4 out of 5, while The Independent, Chip.de and Tom' s Hardware praised its speed.[11][16][17] TechRepublic, in turn, reviewed it as a budget-friendly VPN service.[18] German Computer Bild magazine and American Money magazine in their extensive reviews, featured the speed and security as pros, while citing a low number of US servers as a con.[19][20] PCMag praised freemium options, and criticed awkward interface.[21]

Technology

Atlas VPN offers two different connection protocols: IPSec/IKEv2 and WireGuard tunneling protocols.[22] It used ChaCha20 or AES-256 for data encryption.[1][16]

In 2020, Atlas VPN launched the VPN Adoption Index, a research analyzing VPN download and usage across the world.[23][24]

According to ZDNET, in February 2023, Atlas VPN started upgrading its service with 10Gbit/s servers, allowing it to accommodate a larger number of users without experiencing congestion.[25][21]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Karbauskas, Šarūnas (2023-10-02). "Atlas VPN review". https://cybernews.com/best-vpn/atlas-vpn-review/. 
  2. ↑ "The Best VPNs for Ukraine in 2023" (in en-ae). 2023-07-06. https://me.pcmag.com/en/vpn/18019/the-best-vpns-for-ukraine-in-2023. 
  3. ↑ Castro, Chiara (2022-09-14). "Linux users can now secure their data with this leading VPN" (in en). https://www.techradar.com/news/leading-vpn-is-now-supporting-linux. 
  4. ↑ "Atlas VPN Launches a New Privacy Feature to Block Third-Party Trackers and Ads" (in en-US). 2021-06-23. https://aithority.com/security/atlas-vpn-launches-a-new-privacy-feature-to-block-third-party-trackers-and-ads/. 
  5. ↑ "Atlas VPN Releases a new Security Tool for Monitoring Data Breaches" (in en). https://financialit.net/news/security/atlas-vpn-releases-new-security-tool-monitoring-data-breaches. 
  6. ↑ Cuesta, Javier G. (2022-11-16). "Russia's underground press takes on Putin's propaganda machine" (in en). https://english.elpais.com/international/2022-11-16/russias-underground-press-takes-on-putins-propaganda-machine.html. 
  7. ↑ Pradhan, Dipen (2023-07-18). "AtlasVPN Review 2023: Features, Pricing & More" (in en-GB). https://www.forbes.com/advisor/in/business/software/atlasvpn-review/. 
  8. ↑ "VPN-Test 2023: Die besten Anbieter im Vergleich" (in de). 2023-09-22. https://www.computerbild.de/bestenlisten/cb-Bestenlisten-Technik-VPN-Test-30983389.html. 
  9. ↑ Khalili, Joel (2020-03-13). "Atlas VPN hands out free subscription to fight coronavirus misinformation" (in en). https://www.techradar.com/news/atlas-vpn-hands-out-free-subscription-to-fight-coronavirus-misinformation. 
  10. ↑ "Nord Security snaps up Atlas VPN" (in en). 2021-10-19. https://www.techradar.com/news/nord-security-snaps-up-atlas-vpn. 
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 "Atlas VPN review" (in en). 2022-12-21. https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/atlas-vpn-review. 
  12. ↑ Drapkin, Aaron (2022-03-01). "Atlas VPN Offers Free Service to Ukrainian Journalists" (in en-US). https://tech.co/news/atlas-vpn-free-ukrainian-journalists. 
  13. ↑ Bansal, Varsha. "VPN Providers Flee India as a New Data Law Takes Hold" (in en-US). Wired. ISSN 1059-1028. https://www.wired.com/story/vpn-firms-flee-india-data-collection-law/. Retrieved 2023-10-06. 
  14. ↑ Team, TechRound (2023-02-28). "3. Atlas VPN" (in en-GB). https://techround.co.uk/vpns/3-atlas-vpn/. 
  15. ↑ "Atlas VPN Review 2023: Navigate the Online World With Confidence" (in en). 2023-03-09. https://allaboutcookies.org/atlas-vpn-review. 
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 "Atlas VPN: sicheres VPN-proxy - Android App". https://www.chip.de/downloads/Atlas-VPN-sicheres-VPN-proxy-Android-App_183257972.html. 
  17. ↑ "Atlas VPN free review: Limited but fast" (in en-GB). https://www.independent.co.uk/advisor/vpn/atlas-vpn-free-review. 
  18. ↑ Millares, Luis (2023-09-27). "Atlas VPN Review (2023): Features, Pricing, Alternatives" (in en-US). https://www.techrepublic.com/article/atlas-vpn-review/. 
  19. ↑ "Atlas VPN Review" (in en). https://money.com/atlas-vpn-review/. 
  20. ↑ "Atlas VPN im Test: Unbegrenzte Tarnung?" (in de). 2023-02-28. https://www.computerbild.de/artikel/cb-Tests-VPN-Atlas-VPN-33916741.html. 
  21. ↑ 21.0 21.1 "Atlas VPN" (in en-gb). 2023-09-21. https://uk.pcmag.com/vpn/138605/atlas-vpn. 
  22. ↑ "Atlas VPN adds support for next-generation WireGuard protocol" (in en). https://www.securitysystemsnews.com/article/atlas-vpn-adds-support-for-next-generation-wireguard-protocol. 
  23. ↑ "134 million downloads in 85 countries: A look at VPN usage in H1 2020" (in en-US). 2020-09-01. https://www.hackread.com/134-million-vpn-downloads-in-85-countries-2020/. 
  24. ↑ "VPN Usage by Country 2023 – Atlas VPN" (in en). https://atlasvpn.com/vpn-adoption-index. 
  25. ↑ "Atlas VPN upgrades servers for faster browsing" (in en). https://www.zdnet.com/article/atlas-vpn-upgrades-servers-for-faster-browsing/. 



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