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Stay secure on public Wi-Fi

Source: A Protected by CyberGhost In Settings > Wi-Fi this status under a network confirms it’s protected by CyberGhost’s VPN.B VPN active You’ll know when you’re connected to the VPN due to this symbol in the top bar.C Your IP address Every online device has a unique address. CyberGhost hides your real IP address to provide you with anonymity online.D VPN server The app shows the location of the server you’re using – close by is generally better.

REQUIRES

CyberGhost, iOS 9 or later

YOU WILL LEARN

What a VPN can do for you, and the settings you should be using

IT WILL TAKE

30 minutes

to keep data secure, you should use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This is a method by which internet-connected devices can encrypt communications when using an untrusted public network. A VPN encrypts the links between your device and

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