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Play Store reviews reveal widespread VPN misconceptions

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

Analysis of 30,000 Google Play Store reviews shows many users mistakenly believe VPNs provide complete protection against hacking. Common complaints include slow speeds and blocked sites, indicating a gap between expectations and reality. The findings highlight the need for better user education on VPN capabilities.

Meridian48 take
While the study underscores user confusion, it also reflects VPN providers' failure to clearly communicate product limitations.
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