Ian Garland

Ian Garland

Ian Garland is a distinguished author and cybersecurity expert, boasting over six years of dedicated service as a writer and editor for Comparitech.com. His expertise primarily focuses on privacy, VPN testing and evaluation, and exploring the unique online challenges faced by internet users around the world. His work offers insightful analysis into both emerging and established VPN services, underlining his deep understanding of the digital security landscape.

Holding a first-class Bachelor's degree in Computing from the University of the Highlands and Islands, Ian has established himself as a prominent voice in the field of online security. His insights and analyses have been featured across prestigious platforms including The Gazette, the RSA Cybersecurity Conference blog, RTInsights, Circuit Magazine, and Security Boulevard. His work goes beyond mere reporting, delving into critical examinations of the ever-evolving cyber world.

Outside his professional life, Ian maintains a keen interest in the streaming universe, particularly keeping abreast of the latest developments in the Kodi community. His passion for technology extends into personal projects, where he hones his coding skills. A lover of science fiction, Ian often immerses himself in sci-fi literature, reflecting his fascination with the future and the unknown realms of the digital universe.

Articles by Ian

Do you want to watch Netflix on Kodi? In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of installing the Netflix addon on one of Kodi 18’s alpha builds.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on September 14, 2021
Looking for a VPN in India? I reveal the best VPNs for India so you can protect your privacy and bypass online blocking. I also explain how to use them and answer some common VPN questions. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on March 17, 2026
Looking to watch cable TV on the move with Kodi? In this article, we’ll be exploring the best Kodi cable TV addons and mentioning some to avoid.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on September 20, 2022
Want to ABC on Kodi? We’ll explain which addons you’ll need to legally watch ABC content. We’ll also touch on their libraries, organization, and extra features to help find the right ABC addon for you.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on September 19, 2022
We round up the best Kodi addons for 2024. We've tested 130+ addons to find the best for movies, TV, cartoons and more. We also dug into a few new options for Kodi users to consider.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on February 2, 2024
Kodi and Firestick are a match made in heaven until buffering strikes. We'll show you some simple fixes for the most common Kodi buffering issues on Firestick or Fire TV, so you can get back to streaming.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on May 7, 2025
Private Internet Access not working with Netflix? We explain why PIA can struggle to access all versions of Netflix. We also provide some solutions as well as some alternative VPNs to try instead.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on February 19, 2025
If you love motor racing, there is nothing quite like the adrenaline-fueled Moto GP season. The good news is that you can use a VPN to stream the entire MotoGP season from anywhere in the world.
By Ian Garland in Sports Streaming on November 6, 2025
Looking to access PayPal from countries where it’s unavailable, or want to know if PayPal works with a VPN? We answer these questions, list the best VPNs for PayPal, and explain how to use them. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on June 4, 2024
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