What is a VPN?
A VPN (virtual private network) encrypts internet traffic and then bounces it around until it becomes scrambled, helping block geolocation-based tracking and offering more protection than an open network. This encrypted, or scrambled, traffic is then much harder to intercept and allows your private data to be more secure.
In a nutshell, a VPN makes your information difficult to decipher, helping keep hackers and other threats at bay. This is especially important when you’re using open, public Wi-Fi networks at coffee shops, airports, and other on-the-go locations.