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Best VPN and security tools for small business

VPNs and security tools for small businesses and people who work remotely, on public Wi-Fi or across borders.

Tools explained

NordVPN

Best for: Remote workers and travellers who want a VPN plus optional security extras

From $3.49/mo (Basic, 2-year plan intro price)

Free trial: 7 days in selected countries, plus a 30-day money-back guarantee

Surfshark

Best for: Businesses and households that want one VPN subscription for unlimited devices

From $2.49/mo (Starter, 2-year plan sale price)

Free trial: 7 days on 1- and 2-year plans, plus a 30-day money-back guarantee

How to choose a VPN

  • Look for an independently audited no-logs policy. Any VPN can claim it doesn’t keep logs. An outside audit is the evidence.
  • Compare the renewal price, not just the deal. VPNs often advertise a heavily discounted first term. Check what you’ll pay when it renews.
  • Count your devices. Laptops, phones and tablets add up fast. Check how many devices one plan covers.
  • Test the speed where you are. Use the trial or money-back period to test video calls and uploads from your own location.
  • Check the safety features. A kill switch, which cuts your connection if the VPN drops, matters most on public Wi-Fi.

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