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This exclusive NordVPN deal has been extended again – and free Amazon gift cards are still up for grabs
This exclusive NordVPN deal has been extended again – and free Amazon gift cards are still up for grabs

Tom's Guide

time18 hours ago

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  • Tom's Guide

This exclusive NordVPN deal has been extended again – and free Amazon gift cards are still up for grabs

Tom's Guide's exclusive NordVPN deal has been extended for another two weeks. We rate NordVPN as the best VPN overall and this extension means it stays at the lowest price we've seen for a long time – plans start at $2.91 / £2.31 per month. Until August 12, new subscribers to NordVPN will receive an additional four months of protection for free on all two-year plans. Free Amazon gift cards worth up to $50 / £50 are also being given away with selected tiers of NordVPN. Users in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada are the only ones who can access this deal, and it's also being offered by our friends at TechRadar. In the US, you can get your hands on Amazon gift cards worth $20, $40, and $50. NordVPN Plus: $20 Amazon gift card + 4 months FREE Save 74%: We rate NordVPN as the #1 VPN out there. It's super fast, great for streaming, and boasts rock-solid privacy. What you'll get... • $20 Amazon gift card• 4 months FREE• Protection for up to 10 devices• 900 Mbps+ speeds• Streaming service unblocking, including Netflix• Post-quantum encryption• Threat Protection Pro• NordPass password manager • 30-day money-back guarantee• 28 months protection for $3.76 per month ($105.36 up front pre-tax) NB: NordVPN is currently trialling different Plus plans, so you may see slight variation in the features offered. NordVPN Complete: $40 Amazon gift card + 4 months FREE Save 74%: The next step up from NordVPN Plus doubles your Amazon gift card and adds 1TB of encrypted cloud storage. What you'll get... • $40 Amazon gift card• 4 months FREE• All NordVPN Plus features • 1TB encrypted cloud storage• 30-day money-back guarantee• 28 months protection for $4.62 per month ($129.36 up front pre-tax) NordVPN Prime: $50 Amazon gift card + 4 months FREE Save 79%: This US-exclusive is NordVPN's complete cybersecurity package What you'll get... • $50 Amazon gift card• 4 months FREE• All NordVPN Complete features • NordProtect identity theft protection• Up to $1 million in ID theft insurance• Up to $100k in cyber extortion insurance• Credit & Dark Web monitoring• Dedicated case manager• 30-day money-back guarantee• 28 months of protection for $6.33 per month ($177.36 up front pre-tax) NordVPN Basic: our #1 rated VPN Save 74%: If you're not interested in extra features, then NordVPN Basic is the most simple package. What you'll get... • Protection for up to 10 devices• 900 Mbps+ speeds• Streaming service unblocking, including Netflix• Post-quantum encryption• 30-day money-back guarantee• 28 months of protection for $2.91 per month ($81.36 up front pre-tax) Gift card values and plans differ between the global regions. You can read our NordVPN prices and plans page to find out which plans are available where you are. Gift cards will be delivered to you between 31 and 50 days after purchase. You could spend them right away or perhaps save them for Black Friday, the choice is yours. All plans come with a 30-day money-back guarantee but should you decide to take advantage of this, you won't receive your gift card. You can read all about NordVPN's fast speeds, excellent streaming capabilities, and class-leading privacy credentials in our NordVPN review. But for now, let's dive into the deals. The US has four NordVPN plans to choose from: NordVPN Basic, NordVPN Plus, NordVPN Complete, and NordVPN Prime. All plans come with the four additional months but NordVPN Plus is the first to include a free Amazon gift card – this one is worth $20. It costs $3.76 per month ($105.36 up front pre-tax) and is a significant improvement on NordVPN Basic. You'll get access to NordVPN's highly rated threat and malware protection, Threat Protection Pro. It's been rated as the best VPN malware protection and is a certified anti-phishing tool. Alongside this, NordVPN Plus includes NordPass, one of the best password managers. These are two great additions and join the 900 Mbps+ speeds, protection for up to 10 devices, streaming site unblocking, and post-quantum encryption support included as standard on all plans. However, we've seen some users get a variation of the Plus plan that doesn't include NordPass. The next step up is NordVPN Complete. For $4.62 per month ($129.36 up front pre-tax) you'll benefit from 28 months of VPN protection and a free $40 Amazon gift card. This plan costs $24 more up front than NordVPN Plus and the only extra feature you get is 1TB of encrypted cloud storage. But your Amazon gift card value is doubled, so you may decide it's worth the upgrade. If you're after NordVPN's most complete package, consider NordVPN Prime. It includes everything offered in previous plans plus NordProtect – an ID theft protection suite. NordProtect aims to protect your personal data from being exploited. Up to $1 million in ID theft insurance is available, alongside up to $100k in cyber extortion insurance. It will monitor your credit score, as well as searching the dark web for your data. Finally, should you need to open a case, a dedicated case manager will assist you with your claim. A premium plan means a premium price and NordVPN Prime is $6.33 per month ($177.36 up front pre-tax), making it the most expensive plan NordVPN offers. This covers you for 28 months and grants you a free $50 Amazon gift card. This is very expensive for a VPN plan. However we rarely see NordVPN Prime drop below $7 per month. It's more than just a VPN, it's a total cybersecurity package. So if you're in the market for something like this, now is a good time to check out NordVPN Prime. NordVPN Basic is $2.91 per month ($81.36 up front pre-tax). There's an extra four months of protection but no free Amazon gift cards. NordVPN: Free Amazon gift cards + 4 months FREE Save 76%: UK users can get their hands on a £20 or £50 Amazon gift card thanks to the Tom's Guide EXCLUSIVE deal. What you'll get... NordVPN Plus: £2.99 per month (£83.76 up front pre-tax) • 4 extra months FREE• £20 Amazon gift card• NordVPN, Threat Protection Pro, NordPass• 30-day money-back guarantee NordVPN Ultimate: £4.62 per month (£129.36 up front pre-tax)• 4 extra months FREE• £50 Amazon gift card• All NordVPN Plus features + £5,000 cyber insurance• 30-day money-back guarantee The UK has three NordVPN plans: NordVPN Basic, NordVPN Plus, and NordVPN Ultimate. As with the US, all two-year plans come with four extra months of VPN protection but only two come with free Amazon gift cards. Regardless of where you are in the world, all NordVPN Plus and NordVPN Basic plans come with the same features. 28 months of NordVPN Plus is £2.99 per month (£83.76 up front pre-tax) and comes with a £20 Amazon gift card. We jump straight to NordVPN Ultimate in the UK, and it's the most premium plan offered in the country. It's £4.62 per month (£129.36 up front pre-tax) for a 28 month plan and comes with a £50 Amazon gift card. NordProtect is a US-only feature, but NordVPN Ultimate does include a form of ID protection for UK users. Up to £5,000 is available to aid with scam and ID theft recovery costs. NordVPN Basic is £2.31 per month (£64.56 up front pre-tax). But remember, there's no Amazon gift card with this plan. NordVPN: Amazon gift cards + 4 months FREE Save 74%: Two NordVPN plans in Australia will get you AU$20 and AU$40 Amazon gift cards. NordVPN Plus: AU$5.65 per month (AU$158.16 up front pre-tax)• 4 extra months FREE• AU$20 Amazon gift card• NordVPN, Threat Protection Pro, NordPass• 30-day money-back guarantee NordVPN Complete: AU$6.93 per month (AU$194.16 up front pre-tax)• 4 extra months FREE• AU$40 Amazon gift card• All NordVPN Plus features + 1TB encrypted cloud storage• 30-day money-back guarantee There's three NordVPN plans in Australia: NordVPN Basic, NordVPN Plus, and NordVPN Complete. Two come with free Amazon gift cards. NordVPN Plus is AU$5.65 per month (AU$158.16 up front pre-tax). Four extra months of VPN protection and a AU$20 gift card are included. NordVPN Complete is the highest level of NordVPN plan in Australia. It's AU$6.93 per month (AU$194.16 up front pre-tax), with a AU$40 gift card included. Like the US, 1TB of encrypted cloud storage is the additional feature for this plan. If you simply want one of the best Australia VPNs with four extra months and no extra features, NordVPN Basic is AU$4.36 per month (AU$122.16 up front pre-tax). NordVPN: Amazon gift cards + 4 months FREE Save 77%: Amazon gift cards worth CA$20, CA$40, and CA$50 are up for grabs in Canada. NordVPN Plus: CA$4.88 per month (CA$136.56 up front pre-tax)• 4 extra months FREE• CA$20 Amazon gift card• NordVPN, Threat Protection Pro, NordPass• 30-day money-back guarantee NordVPN Complete: CA$5.99 per month (CA$167.76 up front pre-tax)• 4 extra months FREE• CA$40 Amazon gift card• All NordVPN Plus features + 1TB encrypted cloud storage• 30-day money-back guarantee NordVPN Ultra: CA$7.71 per month (CA$215.76 up front pre-tax)• 4 extra months FREE• CA$50 Amazon gift card• All NordVPN Complete features + Incogni data removal• 30-day money-back guarantee Canada joins the US in having four NordVPN plans to select from: NordVPN Basic, NordVPN Plus, NordVPN Complete, and NordVPN Ultra. As always, all these plans come with four extra months of protection for free but only three come with free Amazon gift cards. NordVPN Plus is CA$4.88 per month (CA$136.56 up front pre-tax) and comes with a CA$20 Amazon gift card. A CA$40 Amazon gift card is included with NordVPN Complete and it's CA$5.99 per month (CA$167.76 up front pre-tax). NordVPN Ultra is a Canadian exclusive and costs CA$7.71 per month (CA$215.76 up front pre-tax), with a CA$50 Amazon gift card. This plan is the most premium offering in Canada but doesn't include any form of ID theft insurance like the US and UK. Instead, this plan includes a subscription to the data removal service Incogni. This is a paid add-on for international users and the tool sends out data removal requests to data brokers on your behalf. For those just after one of the best Canada VPNs, NordVPN Basic is CA$3.76 per month (CA$105.36 up front pre-tax). We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.

All-Around VPN Protection at 70% Off: Days Left to Grab the Deal
All-Around VPN Protection at 70% Off: Days Left to Grab the Deal

Gizmodo

time2 days ago

  • Business
  • Gizmodo

All-Around VPN Protection at 70% Off: Days Left to Grab the Deal

Delivering impeccable value for money, NordVPN has always topped many lists. The flashiest discount is live, and NordVPN is 70% off on the chosen biennial plans. VPN protection doesn't have to cost plenty. Better yet, it can cost less and provide more. The following NordVPN bundles offer more than a run-of-the-mill VPN. You get ad-blocking, malware protection, and bonus Nord Security software for ultimate security. Read on and learn how to hop on the hype train. Claim One of NordVPN's Discounts Here The provider's flexible pricing was always its strength. While the Basic plan emphasizes savings, it rids you of important features you'll find in other plans. For this reason, NordVPN decided to cut the costs of the three excellent packages: The Prime plan yields the highest savings. However, the Plus plan is many users' sweet spot. With NordVPN and Threat Protection Pro, you'll stay harmless among snoopers, malware, trackers, targeted ads, and other nasties. Moreover, the Plus plan includes NordPass, a password manager designed by Nord Security. The next tier adds NordLocker, one of the best-rated cloud storage options with zero-knowledge encryption. Finally, the Prime plan ushers in NordProtect for ID theft protection and dark web monitoring, ensuring unbeatable online privacy. The promotion has another hidden perk: an Amazon gift card. Rewards range from $20 to $50, depending on the plan, so explore them and pick one. The plans come with a non-conditional 30-day money-back guarantee, making them risk-free. Basic VPN functions are more than sufficient to keep you safe online. However, NordVPN's packages offer more than a VPN. On one hand, you have all the privacy in the world, but on the other, you steer clear of malware, viruses, ads, and government surveillance. NordVPN's feature list is long: You'll find them in the Basic plan, even! Plus, Complete, and Prime plans spice everything up with the said features and an Amazon gift card issued after the 30th day of the purchase. NordVPN has ample incentives to give it a shot. You can read our NordVPN test beforehand or take a blind leap of faith and hope for the best. What else can you hope for with the world's most popular VPN service? Check out the NordVPN offer

Why You Should Use a Password Manager for All Your Secrets, Not Just Logins
Why You Should Use a Password Manager for All Your Secrets, Not Just Logins

Hindustan Times

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Hindustan Times

Why You Should Use a Password Manager for All Your Secrets, Not Just Logins

I have espoused the virtue of password managers in many , many columns . Believe it or not, there's actually another benefit: they offer quick access to all your secrets, not just passwords. Airline needs your TSA PreCheck info? Just copy and paste from your manager. School enrollment asks for the kid's medical plan number? Yep, that too. Tax preparer wants your bank details? No problem. The more information you add, the more convenient your password manager becomes. Many apps also let you securely store files, like a copy of your will. Centralizing these details is also a huge help to heirs when you pass. I'll go over your best password manager options, what info to plop in, why this should be a key part of your postdeath plan—and what it means to put all of your most precious eggs in one virtual basket. Picking a password manager If you already have a password manager, you can skip to the next section. That is, unless you use Microsoft Authenticator: the company will get rid of stored passwords on Aug. 1. I've covered the basics before, but some points are worth reiterating. Cybercrime keeps growing. Americans lost $16 billion to identity theft, data breaches and other crimes last year, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. To stay safe, you need a unique password for every account. That means you need a lot of passwords, about 168 on average, according to a 2024 NordPass study. And 255, with work accounts! A password manager creates, remembers and fills them in for you. Apple and Google's free, built-in managers work well within their ecosystems but are mostly limited to logins. Browser autofill handles addresses and credit cards, but that's about it. That's why I recommend third-party password managers instead. They work across platforms. Crucially, they let you save more than just logins, such as passports and driver's licenses. Here are some of my favorite options. 1Password ($36 a year) has the most category types, from rewards cards to software licenses, and you can add custom fields to any entry. Dashlane ($60 a year) can store different IDs, including social security and tax numbers. Bitwarden and Proton Pass offer respectable free tiers, though you need to pay for features such as file attachments or sharing passwords with family. 1Password lets you store a variety of information types, with tailored fields for each. Saving your secrets This process takes some work up front. But the investment will pay off as you add to your vault. The next time you need your license plate number, or some other odd bit of info, you can search your manager, click to copy the data to your clipboard and paste. Remember: you're doing double duty. You are also relieving the burden on loved ones who would otherwise have to hunt down your info after you die. Set up emergency access or print out login details for your password manager and store it in a safe place alongside a physical copy of your will. Here's how to get started. Even if your password manager doesn't have 'garage code' or whatever entry type you want, you can still save it. Add a login, create an easily searchable title and input the data in the password field. You can put other relevant data in the notes section. Some ideas: Burner number and emailPhone and computer passcodesBuilding/lockbox codesDriver's licensePassportTSA PreCheck and Global EntryFrequent flier numbersBanking detailsCredit card detailsCrypto wallet addressTax numbersFamily data (e.g., Social Security numbers)Insurance policy informationBlood type and medicationsRewards memberships (Hotel chains, grocery stores, etc.)Recreational licenses (boating, camping, fishing, etc.) Many password manager plans include several document storage. Store a copy of these files for safekeeping: Receipts for big purchasesPermitsMarriage certificateBirth certificatesYour willProperty deedsVehicle titlesVisasLegal agreementsMilitary service records Securing the vault You might be thinking: is it really safe to have all of your most sensitive data in one place? What if a hacker hacks the password manager?My recommended password managers are built on what's called zero-knowledge architecture. Only your master password can decrypt your vault, and it isn't on company servers—no employee or hacker could get to it. To quickly access your info, use the password manager's browser extension, such as Dashlane's shown here, find the right entry and click to copy the data to your clipboard. This level of security is also what makes a password manager a better place to keep private data, compared with a cloud storage provider. Or worse: data scattered across several unsecure apps. Turn on two-factor authentication for more protection. And beware especially of downloading any free software—potential password-stealing malware—from the it isn't about how many eggs are in the basket, it's about how well you guard it. A long, strong master password is the best way to protect your vault, and everything inside. Write to Nicole Nguyen at Why You Should Use a Password Manager for All Your Secrets, Not Just Logins

Why you should use a password manager for all your secrets, not just logins
Why you should use a password manager for all your secrets, not just logins

Mint

time3 days ago

  • Mint

Why you should use a password manager for all your secrets, not just logins

I have espoused the virtue of password managers in many, many columns. Believe it or not, there's actually another benefit: they offer quick access to all your secrets, not just passwords. Airline needs your TSA PreCheck info? Just copy and paste from your manager. School enrollment asks for the kid's medical plan number? Yep, that too. Tax preparer wants your bank details? No problem. The more information you add, the more convenient your password manager becomes. Many apps also let you securely store files, like a copy of your will. Centralizing these details is also a huge help to heirs when you pass. I'll go over your best password manager options, what info to plop in, why this should be a key part of your postdeath plan—and what it means to put all of your most precious eggs in one virtual basket. If you already have a password manager, you can skip to the next section. That is, unless you use Microsoft Authenticator: the company will get rid of stored passwords on Aug. 1. I've covered the basics before, but some points are worth keeps growing. Americans lost $16 billion to identity theft, data breaches and other crimes last year, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. To stay safe, you need a unique password for every account. That means you need a lot of passwords, about 168 on average, according to a 2024 NordPass study. And 255, with work accounts! A password manager creates, remembers and fills them in for you. Apple and Google's free, built-in managers work well within their ecosystems but are mostly limited to logins. Browser autofill handles addresses and credit cards, but that's about it. That's why I recommend third-party password managers instead. They work across platforms. Crucially, they let you save more than just logins, such as passports and driver's licenses. Here are some of my favorite options. 1Password ($36 a year) has the most category types, from rewards cards to software licenses, and you can add custom fields to any entry. Dashlane ($60 a year) can store different IDs, including social security and tax numbers. Bitwarden and Proton Pass offer respectable free tiers, though you need to pay for features such as file attachments or sharing passwords with family. 1Password lets you store a variety of information types, with tailored fields for each. This process takes some work up front. But the investment will pay off as you add to your vault. The next time you need your license plate number, or some other odd bit of info, you can search your manager, click to copy the data to your clipboard and paste. Remember: you're doing double duty. You are also relieving the burden on loved ones who would otherwise have to hunt down your info after you die. Set up emergency access or print out login details for your password manager and store it in a safe place alongside a physical copy of your will. Here's how to get started. Even if your password manager doesn't have 'garage code" or whatever entry type you want, you can still save it. Add a login, create an easily searchable title and input the data in the password field. You can put other relevant data in the notes section. Many password manager plans include several document storage. Store a copy of these files for safekeeping: Receipts for big purchasesPermitsMarriage certificateBirth certificatesYour willProperty deedsVehicle titlesVisasLegal agreementsMilitary service records You might be thinking: is it really safe to have all of your most sensitive data in one place? What if a hacker hacks the password manager?My recommended password managers are built on what's called zero-knowledge architecture. Only your master password can decrypt your vault, and it isn't on company servers—no employee or hacker could get to it. To quickly access your info, use the password manager's browser extension, such as Dashlane's shown here, find the right entry and click to copy the data to your clipboard. This level of security is also what makes a password manager a better place to keep private data, compared with a cloud storage provider. Or worse: data scattered across several unsecure apps. Turn on two-factor authentication for more protection. And beware especially of downloading any free software—potential password-stealing malware—from the it isn't about how many eggs are in the basket, it's about how well you guard it. A long, strong master password is the best way to protect your vault, and everything inside. Write to Nicole Nguyen at

VPNs can get around the UK's age verification laws – but is it necessary?
VPNs can get around the UK's age verification laws – but is it necessary?

Tom's Guide

time6 days ago

  • Tom's Guide

VPNs can get around the UK's age verification laws – but is it necessary?

Friday, July 25, 2025, sees new age verification laws come into effect in the UK. The Online Safety Act aims to protect under-18s from viewing harmful content online through more robust age checks – with an emphasis on sites hosting "explicit material." Until now, many sites that require the visitor to be over 18 simply require you to click a button confirming your age, with no actual checks in place. Credit card checks, facial age estimation, and submitting photographic ID are some of the ways age verification could be done – and these all pose concerning cybersecurity and privacy risks. How comfortable will users be in handing over this sensitive personal information to an unknown third-party? While the law is well intentioned, using one of the best VPNs appears to be a simple solution to getting around it. A user could connect to a server in a country where age verification laws don't apply and access sites without the need to submit any proof of age. But is it necessary? NordVPN Plus: $20 Amazon gift card + 4 months FREE A VPN can bypass age verification laws and we rate NordVPN as the #1 provider. It's fast, has a great range of servers, and boasts class-leading security and privacy. What you'll get... • 8,000+ servers in 126 countries • Protection for up to 10 devices• 950+ Mbps speeds• Post-quantum encryption• Streaming service unblocking, inlcuding BBC iPlayer• Threat Protection Pro• NordPass password manager• 30-day money-back guarantee• £20 / $20 Amazon gift card (for a limited time only)• 28 months of protection from £2.31 per month (£64.56 up front) or $2.91 per month ($81.36 up front) A virtual private network (VPN) is a legal tool which acts as an intermediary between your device and the internet. Your data is sent through an encrypted tunnel before connecting to the internet, protecting it from hackers, third-parties, and your internet service provider. When you access a site with age restriction measures, it uses your IP address to determine your location. If your IP address is in the UK, the site will then require you to submit proof of age. With a VPN, you can connect to a server in a different country and obtain an IP address from that location – the site will then think you're based in that country. As long as your chosen location doesn't have age verification laws you won't be subject to checks. NordVPN is the VPN we recommend for most people. It's our #1 VPN overall and combines speed, security, and functionality – our NordVPN review allows you to explore it in detail. With over 7,000 servers in 126 countries worldwide, you'll have plenty of locations to choose from. Connecting is easy, simply select your country of choice from the home screen list, and get started. NordVPN protects your data with the highest standards of encryption – now post-quantum encryption – across all of its apps. There's support for all major platforms, including Windows, Android, iOS, Mac, and Linux. It's also one of the fastest VPNs, with speeds topping 950 Mbps. For reference, 4K Netflix streaming requires speeds of 25 Mbps. This means NordVPN will be able to handle everyday browsing and sees it named as one of the best streaming VPNs. Sites that require age verification may be more susceptible to malware, ads, and trackers. NordVPN's Threat Protection Pro feature can help protect your device from threats. Its a certified anti-phishing tool and was rated as the best VPN malware protection. It's not a silver bullet, but it's effective at blocking ads and trackers and will warn you if you click on potentially malicious links. Until the end of July, Tom's Guide has an exclusive NordVPN deal. All two-year plans come with four extra months of VPN protection for free and selected plans include free Amazon gift cards. NordVPN Plus represents the best value for money as you get a best-in-class VPN, with fast speeds and protection for up to 10 devices, but also one of the best password managers, NordPass, Threat Protection Pro, and a $20 or £20 Amazon gift card. In the UK, the 28 month plan works out as £2.99 per month (£83.76 up front, pre-tax). For US users, It's $3.76 per month ($105.36 up front, pre-tax) for 28 months of protection. Both plans include a £20 and $20 Amazon gift card respectively, as well as a 30-day money-back guarantee. The deal is also available to those in Canada and Australia. Cheap plans starting at $2.31 / $2.91 per month are also available, although these do not include any gift cards. As mentioned above, the legislation has good intentions and it's important to protect under-18s from harmful content. However, how age verification laws are expected to be enforced raises significant cybersecurity and privacy concerns. There are numerous ways age verification checks can be achieved, with each site deciding which third-party provider it uses and what methods it employs. Some examples include: All these methods present concerning privacy and cybersecurity risks. All require giving the third-party age-check service access to highly sensitive personal information such as your credit card, passport, or driving licence. Many age-check services say they securely store and access this data, but as users we can't guarantee this. Many businesses have been victims of notable cyberattacks in recent months – including retailers in the UK – and should an age-check service suffer a breach, the consequences for users could be catastrophic. Hackers could get hold of highly sensitive information and commit cybercrime with ease. Understandably, many people will feel uncomfortable in handing over such sensitive information and bypassing these checks will appear very appealing. Reddit has recently introduced age verification checks. It uses the firm Persona and requires users to upload a selfie or photo of their government ID. According to the BBC, the site said it doesn't have access to any photos uploaded and Persona would "promise not to retain the picture for longer than seven days." Social media site X is another company to introduce age verification checks. You can upload a government-issued ID but the site also utilises AI-powered facial age estimation. Firstly, "guessing" someone's age based on a live selfie isn't a reliable method of verification. Secondly, many won't be comfortable in having an AI tool accessing images of them and how AI will store and use these images isn't clear. In its "Age Assurance on X" policy, X states it "prioritizes your privacy." It says "third party providers will also be bound by strict data protection standards" and it will update its use and storage information as it rolls out estimation methods. If you're in any way concerned about handing over your personal information, it's worth understanding alternative ways of accessing age-restricted sites. Clearly, although well-intentioned, the UK's age verification law poses significant privacy and security risks. People wanting to access sites operating checks will have an important decision to make regarding their personal information. Many won't be comfortable with the risks associated with age-check services One comment under a BBC article read: "Sure, I will give out my sensitive information to some random, unproven company or.. I will use VPN. Difficult choice." In an age where our online privacy is constantly being threatened, people are increasingly taking steps to protect their data – and age verification laws are a contributing factor. We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.

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