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1.75 Billion Use VPNs Amid Growing Privacy Concerns

9/27/2025

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Story summary

Over 1.75 billion use privacy tools; 86% of internet users mask footprints.
During the pandemic, personal virtual private network (VPN) use rose 56.1% from 2019 to 2022.
Average monthly cost is $3.65; 68% of Americans remain unaware.
Governments are enacting laws to end online anonymity, raising surveillance concerns for vulnerable populations.

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Story summary

Over 1.75 billion use privacy tools; 86% of internet users mask footprints.
During the pandemic, personal virtual private network (VPN) use rose 56.1% from 2019 to 2022.
Average monthly cost is $3.65; 68% of Americans remain unaware.
Governments are enacting laws to end online anonymity, raising surveillance concerns for vulnerable populations.