ProtonVPN Review

Proton VPN is a Switzerland-based VPN operated by Proton AG, with a strong emphasis on transparency: open-source apps, published security audits, and documented no-logs verification.

Plans & devices: Proton’s pricing page lists different tiers. VPN Plus advertises 10 devices at a time (Proton Free lists 1 device).

Security features: Proton markets Secure Core (multi-hop routing through hardened servers it says it owns/operates), plus extras like NetShield (ad/tracker/malware blocking) and a kill switch.

Refunds: Proton’s terms describe a 30-day money-back window, but the refund is described as prorated for unused full days (not necessarily a full refund). Some payment methods may be excluded (e.g. bank transfer/cash, per Proton support docs).

Prices shown in USD unless otherwise noted. Totals can vary by region/currency, taxes (VAT/sales tax), and promo codes — check checkout for your exact total.

Pricing (USD)

Proton’s pricing page shows “first term” pricing and a separate renewal price. Example figures shown for VPN Plus:

• 2-year: US$2.99/mo (US$71.76 billed for first 24 months), then renews at US$83.88 every 12 months.
• 1-year: US$3.99/mo (US$47.88 billed for first 12 months), then renews at US$83.88 every 12 months.

Prices shown in USD unless otherwise noted. Totals can vary by region/currency, taxes (VAT/sales tax), and promo codes — check checkout for your exact total.

Devices

Proton’s pricing page lists 10 devices at a time for VPN Plus, and 1 device for Proton Free.

Security & privacy positioning (as described by Proton)

• Secure Core: multi-hop routing via hardened servers (Proton lists Secure Core locations such as Switzerland, Iceland, and Sweden and states Secure Core servers are owned/operated by Proton VPN).
• NetShield: blocks ads, trackers, and malware (as described on pricing page).
• Open-source apps with published repositories and links to security audits (as described by Proton).
• No-logs: Proton publishes a no-logs support doc and blog posts describing third-party verification/audits.

Refund policy (important nuance)

Proton’s terms say that if you cancel within 30 days you can receive a refund for the unused portion of the service period, calculated as prorated remaining full days. Don’t assume “full refund” for all cases.