The Avast VPN app is simple, easy to use and offers some good security features. It isn’t equipped with essential features such as split tunneling and a kill button. It also doesn’t come with a built-in Ad-blocker. It’s a great service overall, but there are many other services that offer better features at the same price.
Anyone who has used Avast anti-virus software will be familiar with the Windows client’s friendly, easy to navigate interface. It’s simple to use and intuitive. The burger menu on the right side of the screen will take you to “Settings.” You can connect in a manual or automatic manner by clicking the Change Location button. There’s the servers listed by region and function (P2P or streaming).
Security is a top priority with Avast VPN, thanks to its 256 bit AES encryption and the fact that it prevents WebRTC leaks and data room tool DNS leaks. It also supports the highly secure OpenVPN protocol and has beta support for WireGuard which allows you to connect in locations that might otherwise block VPNs. It’s a great solution for those who have intermittent internet connections.
Avast’s privacy policies are more transparent than other privacy policies and doesn’t keep track of your IP address from which you came or the websites you visit. However, it records the amount of data you upload and downloaded during your session.
Avast VPN provides a 7-day trial for free that does not require credit card. You can then pick between the one-, two– or three year subscription that can be used on up to five devices. It accepts PayPal, Perfect Money and credit cards but does not offer cash or cryptocurrencies.