F-Secure Freedome VPN Review

Is Freedome VPN Good?

Freedome VPN is a well-designed and flexible VPN product that comes from security experts F-Secure. The Finland-based security company has an excellent track record in protecting user privacy on the internet. The VPN focuses on the basics and offers a relatively small server network across 29 locations (sixteen in Europe, 9 in North America, 3 in Asia, and 1 in Australia).

There are dedicated VPN easy to use apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, up to 7 simultaneous device connections, depending on your chosen subscription plan, and unlimited bandwidth. Freedome operates on OpenVPN on its Windows, macOS, and Android, but it does not offer the option to manually set up the VPN on routers or other devices. Users can only use the official F-Secure Freedome apps.

The provider will protect your privacy online and enable access to some geo-blocked content but it offers few additional security features, however, there is a tracker mapper app that blocks trackers. This includes an interactive visual map to show you the trackers that have already been blocked.

There is no monthly subscription option but you can use the VPN on 3 devices for about $2.92 a month for the first year if you opt for the yearly subscription plan. This price will increase to $4.58 a month if you renew the subscription for a second year.

If you want protection for more devices, you can opt for the provider’s premium plan that costs $5.83 a month for the first year, $7.50 a month thereafter. This is relatively expensive when compared to other VPN options on the market. F-Secure’s annual plan for 7 devices comes in at $69.99 a year, whereas Surfshark’s $47.88 plan protects an unlimited number of devices for two years instead of one.

However, F-Secure does offer a slightly better offer in its 2-year plan which is priced at $3.75 a month for the first year. There is also a 5-day free trial if you are not yet convinced and want to test the product before you commit to a paid plan. No credit card information or payment details are required to sign up for the free trial. And, if you are happy with the trial period, all of F-Secure’s paid plans are covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee too, for additional peace of mind.

Does F-Secure Log User Data?

F-Secure’s privacy policy is simple and easy to understand, even for a beginner. Many VPN providers’ privacy policies are extremely complicated and difficult to read. This provider offers a clear policy statement to reassure users that it does not share or sell any private user information, nor does it read or access user traffic. F-Secure also does not have the ability to link data traffic to a particular user. The no-logging policy is reassuring for users that are concerned about data protection.

However, there is a limited amount of information logging. The provider does store data including device identification, public IP addresses, VPN session durations, and bandwidth used. F-Secure does state that this information is stored for the purpose of identifying fraudulent use and it is deleted after 90 days. There is also no way to link your internet browsing activity to your device or IP address, which is good to know.

Despite that the extent of information logging is limited, we would like to see Freedome match other premium VPN companies and log less user information for a shorter period of time. We would also like to see the provider release a transparency report and complete an independent security audit of its service and statements for additional peace of mind.

The VPN app comes with a tracking protection feature. The provider highlights the potential issues associated with this feature. In order to offer traffic protection statistics, it is necessary that some amount of data is stored. However, Freedome’s privacy policy clearly states how this information is stored and when it will be deleted.

Overall, it appears that F-Secure makes a serious commitment to protecting your privacy online. You can rest assured that your privacy and anonymity are protected when connected to VPN Freedome.

Is Freedome Secure?

Despite the fact that Freedome VPN’s Android, Windows, and macOS apps operate on OpenVPN, there is room for improvement when it comes to its encryption standards. Unlike most other VPN companies, Freedome only utilizes AES-128 CBC encryption and not AES-256 CBC. This does not mean that your internet connection at risk, as AES-128 encryption is still near impossible to decipher, but we would like to see the company match the encryption standards of its competitors.

Freedome also comes with browsing protection, malware protection, and tracking protection to block traffic anomalies, tracking attempts, and malware. This is a worthwhile feature if you are concerned about malware, trackers, and adware threats on the internet.

Is Freedome Compatible with All Devices?

Freedome comes with a free trial enabling users to test out the service risk-free. There is an Android VPN app as well as dedicated easy to use clients for Windows, macOS, and iOS. This means that you can access a secure internet connection on any of your devices. There is a handy 30-day money-back guarantee, allowing you to test the product on your devices before you commit to a paid subscription plan.

Installing its Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 app from the Google Play Store or app store should take no more than a couple of minutes. The Windows app is the most detailed of all Freedome VPN apps thanks to its control panel that offers Browsing Protection, Tracker Mapping, Tracker Protection, Settings, and Subscription options.

Once you have set up the client, VPN Freedome is extremely easy to use on Windows, however, it is perhaps too simple for expert users and there is little functionality. There are no server load or ping time statistics, no options to sort or filter server locations by country or speed, no split-tunneling feature to whitelist apps, and no Favorites section to save your most commonly used servers for easy access later on.

In the Settings, users have access to a few basic security features including a kill-switch to cut your home network connection if your VPN connection failed for any reason. However, there is no option to choose specific WiFi networks to protect, switch between protocols, or configure your OpenVPN connection.

Is Freedome VPN Good for Streaming?

Freedome VPN comes with no bandwidth limits and a range of security tools that make it a decent choice for streaming geo-restricted and blocked content on a range of sites. The provider was successful at accessing Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+. However, it could not overcome VPN-blocks on BBC iPlayer, which is disappointing.

While it may not offer the same sophisticated streaming service as some other VPN providers on the market, it does enable access to a host of content from around the world that would not typically be available in your region. And, thanks to its unlimited bandwidth, you can stream as much as you like without needing to worry about the amount of bandwidth you are consuming.

Does Freedome Offer a Good Server Network?

Using a VPN allows you to alter your IP location by connecting to servers located in different countries around the world. This allows you to overcome geo-restrictions on browsing, streaming, and gaming content from around the world. Thus, it is necessary to choose a VPN provider that offers a decent range of server locations. Freedome VPN secure provides a decent server network with locations in 29 different countries which is more than average among VPN providers.

Author Cliff Durward

Hi, I'm Cliff. I'm based in Cleveland, Ohio, with my wife and two kids. I have a keen interest in cybersecurity and have been writing about it for around a decade now. Due to my background in computer science, I am familiar ...
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