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What is Windscribe?

Windscribe offers features beyond just a VPN; it includes both a browser extension and a desktop application that collaboratively safeguard your online privacy and grant access to restricted websites. Additionally, it effectively eliminates ads and trackers while you browse the internet. One of the standout qualities of Windscribe is its user-friendly nature, as it eliminates the need for complex settings or navigation through menus. Simply activate it once, and it will seamlessly operate in the background, ensuring you remain protected without any hassle. With Windscribe, enjoying a secure and uncluttered browsing experience becomes effortless.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$0
Free Version:
Free Version available.
Free Trial Offered?:
Yes

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Windscribe
Date Founded:
2015
Company Location:
Canada
Company Website:
windscribe.com
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Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Windows
Mac
Linux
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Online Training
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
1-10
11-50
51-200
501-1000
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Windscribe Categories and Features

VPN Service

Anonymous Browsing
DNS Leak Protection
For Digital Security
For Financial Security
For Gaming
For Streaming
Kill Switch
Multi-Language
Multi-Protocol
Peer-to-Peer
Policy Management
Remote Access
Web Inspection
White Label
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Customer service
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Windscribe is a lifesaver

    Date: Jul 24 2025
    Summary

    My experience so far has been great and I am definitely looking forward to having even greater and better experiences with windscribe.

    Positive

    I was having a meltdown the other day because I needed to download an app that was restricted, windscribe came through for me. I fell in love after that, lol.

    Negative

    I like the option for a free package, most vpns do not do this. Keep up the good work guys.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Web developer
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Usage review

    Date: Apr 08 2025
    Summary

    It is a good app and I recommend it to everyone who needs a virtual private network. Try using it and thank me later

    Positive

    I have used this VPN for a year now and it has really given me what I need. I recommend Windscribe. The application has a good interface and it is user friendly

    Negative

    I like everything about the application to be honest. Just that I posted on X and yet I want given any free data

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Unemployed
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Great and easy to use

    Date: Apr 26 2025
    Summary

    Glad to be a user, don't regret using. Love the notifications I get and I'm glad to get 5 free gbs for leaving a review.

    Positive

    Easy to use, free, and cool CEO overall. Effective, and easy to use on a Mac, was worried it'd be hard, glad I'm wrong.

    Negative

    Nothing really, I can't think of any issues. Maybe the pricing? But a company has to get its bag.

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  • Reviewer Name: Stephan F.
    Position: Business Application Manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 20,000 or More
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    An indispensable companion for everyday surfing

    Date: May 12 2025
    Summary

    I have been using Windscribe for almost 10 years and have never had a problem with it. The application runs reliably and stably in the background under Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. There is no noticeable impact on performance - on the contrary, downloads with Windscribe enabled run more smoothly and stably. Switching between servers is quick and easy. In short, a tool that everyone should use.

    Positive

    Clear strengths are stability and flexibility.
    Operation is simple and self-explanatory.
    There are a large number of server options.

    Negative

    Occasionally there is a false alarm when blocking pages.
    The AdCrusher can hinder the proper execution of pages that work with forms and pop-ups.

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  • Reviewer Name: Michael S.
    Position: Tech
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Quality vpn

    Date: Jul 10 2025
    Summary

    Quality and reliability for free

    Positive

    Ease of use. Easy to sign up protects identity and prevents hackers obtaining your info. Also stops isp trying to force you one way or another with products

    Negative

    I like the product i am yet to see the downsides of this

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  • Reviewer Name: Jeff R.
    Position: User
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Affordable and Effective

    Date: Oct 05 2025
    Summary

    Phenomenal for daily use to effectively be safer and more secure while surfing the seas of the internet.

    Positive

    Low cost and high functionality. As a daily user I find the safety and security exactly what I want out of a VPN.

    Negative

    Nothing comes to mind as Windscribe updates steadily and make things better before I can even notice anything negative.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Freelancer
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Review

    Date: Jan 21 2025
    Summary

    My experience while using this VPN had been awesome and stress free I just love everything about it

    Positive

    This is a really nice and awesome VPN my time using this service has been stress free thumbs up to you guys

    Negative

    Not at all. I don't have any issues while using this VPN to work at all

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Quick Overview of Windscribe

    Date: Oct 02 2025
    Summary

    A great application that I use daily, it never turns off or freezes, before that I used Psiphon but it failed and no longer turns on💔💔💔

    Positive

    Perfectly stable VPN! It works unquestioningly on the phone and on the PC. Nice, fast interface, no ads at all, funny on/off sounds, there is network tunneling.

    Negative

    The fact that I can't pay for the pro version lol because I'm in Russia

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    My Titular Review of Windscribe

    Date: Apr 24 2025
    Summary

    My experience was great. Very easy to sign up, great user interface on my mobile device. I like the fact that the free version is available to test out before you buy the upgraded plan.

    Positive

    I’ve been using Windscribe for a while now, and overall, I’m pretty impressed. The speeds are solid, especially for a free VPN, and the server locations are diverse enough to suit most needs. The privacy policies seem transparent, which is reassuring, and I appreciate the ability to use it on multiple devices.

    Negative

    That being said, it does occasionally drop connections (especially on the free plan), but when it’s working, it’s reliable. Customer support is responsive, though not always lightning-fast. Still, for the price (especially the free plan), Windscribe is definitely a top contender.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Nice VPN

    Date: Jan 25 2025
    Summary

    Maybe get more data for free and I think it has been gratifying to use it in my case, and I hope it is equally useful to other people.

    Positive

    its fast and easy and very safe and it had a free tier and I can use the desktop app and mobile and It is very useful for me since I live in a country with restrictions. So far, it is the best VPN I have tried that suits my needs.

    Negative

    Couldn't find any negativity about it but maybe need more free data.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Self Employed
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    A great (free) alternative for robust VPN

    Date: Jun 11 2025
    Summary

    Definitely recommended, and much more reliable than a lot of other free VPNs that promise the world and deliver constant buffering. Windscribe is light years ahead of that.

    Positive

    An excellent alternative VPN that allows 10GB (or more with some options) per month of streaming on a connection that is robust and reliable. Beats the $100+ annual fee I used to pay elsewhere!

    Negative

    Of course, they have to pay the bills - so an upgrade for much more usage will cost (but it's still reasonably priced). But for light VPN users, it's free!

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Employee
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Good VPN

    Updated: Oct 22 2025
    Summary

    It' a very good option to watch your programs around the world when you are not at home or when you want to watch something special from an other country

    Positive

    It's perfect for what I need. And it really works. I tried others and couldn't watch my french TV shows. Now I can thanks to Windscribe.

    Negative

    Just that the free subscription has a 10GO limit and then I have to wait a whole month so I can use it again.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Engineering
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    My Review

    Date: Apr 21 2025
    Summary

    I haven’t experienced anything bad on this app since I’ve being using it till date and no other people

    Positive

    This Windscribe is a great app and working perfectly so I can guarantee everyone to this application

    Negative

    I love everything on this app and I’ve recommended it to my Friends my parents my niece

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    New to this but ...

    Date: Jul 16 2025
    Summary

    First time and I'm hoping it helps me with my geoblocking. I have been out of work and can legally work in my home country but being geoblocked because remote is not truly remote if you're not in tech os something. I have been unemployed for a while and just want to be able to take care of myself

    Positive

    New to REAL VPNs. they have all been one offs that end up not working or filled with ads. NOT THIS. This comes highly recommended by sailors and I just want to be able to access my healthcare services back home

    Negative

    i wish it was a bit more gb. But i may not need all of the gigs so we'll see

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Developer
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Windscribe is a very good Company

    Date: May 11 2025
    Summary

    It's been a 90/100. I was my first VPN service n has been steady ever since. Just reinstate in 50gig a month data allowance. That was ur promise to we who I initially signed up as pioneer customer in 2016. Cos I just observe n realize mine was downgraded to 10gig like a new customer. 😁

    Positive

    I like the fact that it's a relatively cheap service.... It was my first good experience for VPN. Not complicated

    Negative

    Put up a measure where if someone wants to delete my email bcos they have my password the owner of the email must receive an otp.

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  • Reviewer Name: Cuong C.
    Position: User
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Great Experience with Windscribe

    Date: Feb 05 2025
    Summary

    Windscribe is one of the best VPN services I have ever used. It not only helps protect my online privacy but also allows me to access geo-restricted content. I am very happy with it and will definitely continue using this service.

    Positive

    I have been using Windscribe for a while and I am very satisfied. The connection speed is fast, security is strong, and there are no interruptions. The app is easy to use, has a user-friendly interface, and offers a variety of servers to choose from.

    Negative

    Although Windscribe works very well, the free version has a limited data allowance. Additionally, some servers may be slow during peak hours.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Nice VPN

    Date: Jan 14 2025
    Summary

    Pretty good so far. It's faster than all other i have tried since i started using VPN just waiting to see how it performs so i can go premium.

    Positive

    Quick and easy setup also love the features in this VPN, i have it on all my PCs and all PCs of family members.

    Negative

    The notifications are annoying as hell but other than that is good.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Customer service
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 20,000 or More
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    High quality VPN.

    Updated: Oct 23 2024
    Summary

    Wonderful I miss using it for free. It's a good quality security system only problem i am having are fees it not free.

    Positive

    High quality, security, honest, everything about it is everything about it nothing false best VPN.

    Negative

    Not free that's the only bad thing about it because I don't have money to it for a month.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: ST
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    The best

    Date: Dec 10 2024
    Summary

    Great experience while using the app. I would recommend a price review to fit all customers globally.

    Positive

    I can't get enough of it. It keeps you connected to your internet without lagging or downtime. Great team too

    Negative

    Expensive to subscribe to the premium service but I think it's worth it

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Good VPN

    Updated: Sep 15 2024
    Summary

    Windscribe delivers a high-quality VPN experience, especially for casual users. Its free version offers 10GB of data per month, which is above average compared to most free VPNs. The interface is user-friendly, making it easy to navigate, even for beginners. I appreciate its security features, including strong encryption and a no-logs policy, ensuring privacy protection. The paid version unlocks additional features, like unlimited data and access to “Windflix” servers for streaming. Its ad-blocking and tracker prevention tools further enhance the user experience, making Windscribe a well-rounded option for those seeking security and ease of use.

    Positive

    Windscribe is a solid VPN, especially for casual users like me. Its free plan gives a generous 10GB of data per month, which is great for occasional use. I appreciate the no-logs policy, so I know my privacy is secure. The interface is simple and easy to use, which saves a lot of hassle. While I like the “Windflix” servers for accessing Netflix, the free version’s data limit can be restrictive if I stream a lot. If I needed more server locations or unlimited streaming, I’d consider upgrading. Overall, it’s reliable and does what I need without being overly complicated.

    Negative

    While Windscribe is impressive, it does have a few drawbacks. The free version, although generous, has limited server locations, which can affect connection speeds. The 10GB monthly data cap, while decent, may not be enough for heavy users, particularly those streaming video content or using it frequently. Inconsistent speeds on certain servers can also be an issue, especially for users prioritizing fast connections. Additionally, customer support options are somewhat limited compared to other premium VPN services. If you're seeking high performance across many regions or unlimited access, Windscribe's free version might fall short of your needs.

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