Atlas VPN explained

Atlas VPN
Developer:Peakstar Technologies Inc.
Operating System:Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux
Platform:Personal Computer, Smartphone, Smart TV
Genre:Virtual private network
License:Proprietary
Website:https://atlasvpn.com

Atlas VPN was a freemium VPN service provider, launched in 2019 with applications for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Android TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV.[1] [2] [3] It was discontinued in April 2024 and merged with NordVPN[4]

The online VPN includes a tool that blocks malware, third-party trackers, and ads.[5] Atlas VPN also offers a data breach monitoring feature that notifies users of potential data breaches.[6] [7] [8]

History

Atlas VPN is operated by Peakstar Technologies Inc.[9]

In March 2020, Atlas VPN gave away a three-month subscription to its premium VPN services to combat misinformation about coronavirus. According to research conducted by the firm, internet censorship is leaving the citizens of some countries uninformed or misinformed about the extent of the outbreak.[10]

On October 15, 2021, Nord Security announced that it had reached a deal to incorporate Atlas VPN to its growing portfolio of cybersecurity brands and products. However, Atlas VPN continues acting independently and pursuing its goals in the "freemium" VPN services market.[11] [12] In February 2022, Atlas VPN distributed one-year premium VPN subscriptions to media personnel in Ukraine at no cost as a gesture of support.[13] [14]

As of August 2023, Atlas VPN had 1000+ servers in 49 locations across the world.[15] On March 25, 2024, it was announced that Atlas VPN would shut down on April 24. Existing customers would be transferred to NordVPN.[16]

Reviews

Forbes rated Atlas VPN 4.4 out of 5, while The Independent, Chip.de and Tom' s Hardware praised its speed.[12] [17] [18] TechRepublic, in turn, reviewed it as a budget-friendly VPN service.[19] German Computer Bild magazine and American Money magazine in their extensive reviews, featured the speed and security as pros, while citing a low number of US servers as a con.[20] [21] PCMag praised its freemium options, but criticized the app's awkward interface.[22]

Technology

Atlas VPN offers two different connection protocols: IPSec/IKEv2 and WireGuard tunneling protocols.[23] It used ChaCha20 or AES-256 for data encryption.

In 2020, Atlas VPN launched the VPN Adoption Index, a research analyzing VPN download and usage across the world.[24] [25]

According to ZDNET, in February 2023, Atlas VPN started upgrading its service with 10 Gbit/s servers, allowing it to accommodate a larger number of users without experiencing congestion.[26]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Karbauskas . Šarūnas . 2023-10-02 . Atlas VPN review . 2023-10-06 . cybernews.com.
  2. Web site: 2023-07-06 . The Best VPNs for Ukraine in 2023 . 2023-10-06 . PCMag Middle East . en-ae.
  3. Web site: Castro . Chiara . 2022-09-14 . Linux users can now secure their data with this leading VPN . 2023-10-06 . TechRadar . en.
  4. Web site: An important announcement from Atlas VPN - Atlas VPN . 2024-07-23 . atlasvpn.com . en.
  5. Web site: 2021-06-23 . Atlas VPN Launches a New Privacy Feature to Block Third-Party Trackers and Ads . 2023-10-06 . AiThority . en-US.
  6. Web site: Atlas VPN Releases a new Security Tool for Monitoring Data Breaches . 2023-10-06 . Financial IT . en.
  7. Web site: Cuesta . Javier G. . 2022-11-16 . Russia's underground press takes on Putin's propaganda machine . 2023-10-06 . EL PAÍS English . en.
  8. Web site: Pradhan . Dipen . 2023-07-18 . AtlasVPN Review 2023: Features, Pricing & More . 2023-10-06 . Forbes Advisor INDIA . en-GB.
  9. Web site: 2023-09-22 . VPN-Test 2023: Die besten Anbieter im Vergleich . 2023-10-06 . computerbild.de . de.
  10. Web site: Khalili . Joel . 2020-03-13 . Atlas VPN hands out free subscription to fight coronavirus misinformation . 2023-10-06 . TechRadar . en.
  11. Web site: Anthony Spadafora . 2021-10-19 . Nord Security snaps up Atlas VPN . 2023-10-06 . TechRadar . en.
  12. Web site: Alice MarshallContributions from Tom Bailey . 2022-12-21 . Atlas VPN review . 2023-10-06 . Tom's Guide . en.
  13. Web site: Drapkin . Aaron . 2022-03-01 . Atlas VPN Offers Free Service to Ukrainian Journalists . 2023-10-06 . Tech.co . en-US.
  14. Bansal . Varsha . VPN Providers Flee India as a New Data Law Takes Hold . en-US . Wired . 2023-10-06 . 1059-1028.
  15. Web site: 2023-03-09 . Atlas VPN Review 2023: Navigate the Online World With Confidence . 2023-10-06 . All About Cookies . en.
  16. Web site: March 25, 2024 . An important announcement from Atlas VPN - Atlas VPN . 2024-03-25 . atlasvpn.com . en.
  17. Web site: Atlas VPN: sicheres VPN-proxy - Android App.
  18. Web site: Atlas VPN free review: Limited but fast . 2023-10-06 . Independent Advisor . en-GB.
  19. Web site: Millares . Luis . 2023-09-27 . Atlas VPN Review (2023): Features, Pricing, Alternatives . 2023-10-06 . TechRepublic . en-US.
  20. Web site: Atlas VPN Review . 2023-10-06 . Money . en.
  21. Web site: 2023-02-28 . Atlas VPN im Test: Unbegrenzte Tarnung? . 2023-10-06 . computerbild.de . de.
  22. Web site: 2023-09-21 . Atlas VPN . 2023-10-06 . PCMag . en-gb.
  23. Web site: Atlas VPN adds support for next-generation WireGuard protocol . 2023-10-06 . securitysystemsnews.com . en.
  24. Web site: 2020-09-01 . 134 million downloads in 85 countries: A look at VPN usage in H1 2020 . 2023-10-06 . en-US.
  25. Web site: VPN Usage by Country 2023 – Atlas VPN . 2023-10-06 . atlasvpn.com . en.
  26. Web site: Atlas VPN upgrades servers for faster browsing . 2023-10-06 . ZDNET . en.

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