IVPN Review
Community-sourced VPN review based on real Reddit & Twitter discussions
IVPN has a really solid reputation as a privacy-first VPN, and it often gets mentioned in the same breath as other “trusted” names like Mullvad and Proton. People like it for being straightforward, ta...
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IVPN has a really solid reputation as a privacy-first VPN, and it often gets mentioned in the same breath as other “trusted” names like Mullvad and Proton. People like it for being straightforward, taking privacy seriously, and working well on Linux, with a vibe that feels more transparent and security-minded than a lot of big commercial VPNs. It’s also seen as a good pick if you care about trustworthiness, audits, and privacy-friendly features like anonymous payment options.
The biggest downside is that it’s not the cheapest option, and if your main goal is streaming, some people treat it as more of a “privacy tool” than a dedicated Netflix-and-sports VPN. There are also reports that it no longer works reliably in Russia for getting around restrictions, so it’s not something to count on for heavy censorship bypass. A few folks also say the way it gets talked about online can feel a bit “too polished,” which makes them skeptical even if the product itself is well-regarded.
Strengths
- Strong privacy and trust focus
- Good Linux support
- Open-source friendly vibe
- Anonymous payment options
- Helpful customer support
Weaknesses
- Not the cheapest option
- Not the best choice for streaming-first needs
- Doesn’t work reliably in Russia for bypassing restrictions
- Some skepticism about how it’s promoted online
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41 reviews"...yGuides: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/vpn/ The Mullvad VPN client is open source just like the IVPN client."
"...ow/ For VPN I would stick with the PrivacyGuides recommendations, that is, Proton VPN, Mullvad, or IVPN: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/vpn/ You can use a VPN on YouTube but you need to try out several countries, you could try Albania, ..."
"...rketing purposes. The majority of VPNs are controlled by sketchy entities. Mullvad, Proton, IVPN and maybe Nym (early days) are the only ones to really consider. Windscribe is also fine but based in Canada which is not a privacy-fri..."
"...got them all, you only have 2 (maybe 3 if you want streaming) options. 1: Mullvad (the best one) 2: IVPN 3: Windscribe So when you want it for privacy Mullvad first, than IVPN. If you want privacy and also streaming support, than choose Wi..."
"...tched to Linux and also realised I could get what I needed cheaper elsewhere. Now have Posteo mail, IVPN and Filen for cloud storage. Be careful with VPNs. A lot are shady and/or log your data. Proton, Mullvad, IVPN and probably Nym are t..."
"what is this sub? a paid one? Mullvad or IVPN and nothing else ffs"
"imagine using a VPN and don’t even do your research, oh boy… MULLVAD or IVPN, nothing else. You‘re welcome."
"... (check my profile), there are only 4 VPNs anyone should be using: * Proton VPN (free) * Mullvad * IVPN * Windscribe These VPN companies are proven to be trustworthy, which is important because whichever service you use could snoop on you..."
"...tu.be/1opKW6X88og](https://youtu.be/1opKW6X88og) Proton is one of the few good ones together with iVPN and Mullvad. The last one is the best one as you can physical mail them the money so there is no digital payment trail either."
"...rustworthy handling your data than most VPN providers based on their company practices, but Mullvad/IVPN/Windscribe simply do not collect data, which is even better. One problem that Proton cannot avoid is if they get breached or hacked and..."
"...r trustworthiness regarding user data and privacy. Our top 3 best VPNs for privacy include Mullvad, IVPN and Windscribe. Images: https://external-preview.redd.it/MiHK3T_4tdY0yHXnmMKiJiykQ9nO_Rftn53dabQeKPo.jpeg?auto=webp&s=911969985f5..."
"@JOKAQARMY1 As far as I know the best and most private ones are Proton, Mullvad and IVPN. Personally I use Proton because they have a suite of apps and it's very convenient but if you only need a vpn the others are great too. But at the end of the day you have to trust them so yeah."
"@Anti_Tyranny_1 @JOKAQARMY1 As far as I know the best and most private ones are Proton, Mullvad and IVPN. Personally I use Proton because they have a suite of apps and it's very convenient but if you only need a vpn they others are great too."
"...one example, any VPN owned by an organization that used to produce ad-injection software is suspicious any way you look at it. Mulvad, ProtonVPN, and IVPN seem to be the only, or at least, historically BEST VPN's to trust."
"The absence of Mullvad and IVPN from a ‘best VPNs’ list is telling. Both are known for strong privacy practices, but neither runs affiliate programmes. Worth asking why they were excluded."
"@neuralunlock @brave @ProtonMail @signalapp @fileverse @nym @snowstormnet @zashi_app @Zcash this is israeli-advertised honeypots. VPN - MULLVAD OR IVPN, CRYPTO: MONERO ONLY"
"...r shady VPNs out of China (top results in Google and Apple stores) however saying that this is universally true is a big lie. VPNs like Windscribe, IVPN, Mullvad and maybe even ProtonVPN operate differently. All apps are open source, the services have been audited (multiple times), and in some cases had their time in court to prove what they preach. We certainly did. Big names you hear on ever..."
"Get your #VPN @MullvadNet & @IVPN subscriptions ready now, preferably multi-hop, either will do, both highly regarded by Whitehat Hackers."
"...Builds @rasmalai Only if VPNs like Nord did the job of a VPN well. The only reliable and trusted VPNs out there are Proton, Mullvlad, Windscribe and iVPN."
"... with your payment method is it is tracked. Now it's not that big of a deal. I mean I use proton because of the deal for everything. I really liked ivpn. You can pay with crypto. You just generate a random account. And that's it. No password just a random ID"
"...ut your information in a heartbeat - get a VPN ***now***, I prefer Mullvad but Proton is also good. IVPN or Windscribe are good options too. There's more cyber security that you can and should do, but that's a long ass list - like the comm..."
"...earning curve, but nothing you can't handle - VPN, it's essentially. My preference is Mullvad, but IVPN, Proton and Windscribe are runner ups that are also good. Look into DNS and port forwarding as well. - Privacy focused browser is the..."
"...ore jurisdiction in our review and focus and collection of data. This interview with Viktor from IVPN explains why jurisdiction might not matter: [https://youtu.be/KzkQKB9msUI?si=Av1sOOVc7ZDR0CVt&t=2070](https://youtu.be/KzkQKB9msUI?..."
"@nellydeefflu3nt I've never known of a VPN to require an ID but Mullvad, IVPN, and Windscribe are pretty good."
"@T3chFalcon Session, Signal, IodeOS, Devuan Linux, IVPN usually, XMR and a Shiftphone 8 with a removable battery. Have to get it from Europe though."
"Recommended by the earlier video: TunnelBear, Mullvad (Mozilla VPN), IVPN, VyprVPN, Proton VPN I use PIAVPN as my trusted VPN, the only internet service I currently pay for. Very simple install on Linux with additional useful features, de..."
"...data, payment methods, and telemetry tracking), have you ever considered an open-source option like IVPN? Are you familiar with I.V.P.N.?"
"...lueBubbles but both of them either have issues or just drain the heck outta my battery life. I use iVPN, NextDNS, and a multitude of open-source apps to combat as much Play Store apps as possible. Anyone with suggestions, comments, or adv..."
"... to diversify, you can look into Tuta Mail (e-mail, calendar), Filen.io (cloud storage), Mullvad or IVPN (VPN), Bitwarden (password manager)."
"@smspoolnet I use the comprehensive antitracker+ from IVPN."
"@KylleSebree NordVPN requires an account, that contains your personal information, to use it. IVPN doesn't require an account to use it."
"@SAP127001 @DarkWebInformer Portmaster is owned by IVPN which is fine"
"@SIGNAL_RETURN @3xhuman @ProtonMail thoughts on ivpn? it has roughly the same lifetime as mullvad and i haven't heard any conpromises about either of them. as far as i know mullvad lacks a warrant canary. except that and the price difference i personally think they're about the same"
"...y export. VPN is totally unproblematic, just use something else. With alternatives like Mullvad or IVPN you lose port forwarding however, this is a major reason for some people to use Proton VPN over them. If you are happy with Proton tho..."
"... same privacy features, so it doesn't make sense to pay for the same thing twice. Since all three, IVPN, Mullvad, and Proton are open source you probably can simply pick what you like best."
"...laws, they'd move their VPN services elsewhere, & have already made infrastructure acquisitions to back up the threat. What can you tell me about IVPN (Gibraltar) & Mulvad (Sweden)?"
"...with not knowing who you are \- \*\*IVPN\*\*: Also open source, independent audits, actually publishes what data they keep \- \*\*Private Internet Access\*\*: Open source, has been audited multiple times Notice something? The ones willing t..."
"...audited, Open-Source apps IVPN- Gibralter has adblocking, team disclosures, anonymous signups and payments \-ProtonVPN-Switzerland has been audited, Open-Source, generous free tier no data caps: BUT Switzerland may start mandating logging o..."
"OP’s post is suspicious but not as suspicious as IVPN wiki page which reads like an actual advert. And that’s why I can’t trust it. Mullvad on the other hand: you wouldn’t know of it I you didn’t seek it out."