Why people in the UK use VPNs in 2026
VPN sign-ups across the UK shot up sharply in mid-2025. ProtonVPN reported a sustained spike of more than 1,400% the day the Online Safety Act’s age checks took effect. NordVPN saw similar growth. Apple’s UK App Store was filled with VPN apps in the top ten downloads for weeks. That surge made VPNs front-page news, … Read more