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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

If you’ve moved on from Tumblr, don’t just leave your old account active. Below, we’ll explain how to lock down or delete your Tumblr account so that attackers have one less way to target you.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on September 25, 2023
Opting out of people search sites is a great way to improve your online privacy. We’ll explain how to remove your details from Checkpeople and prevent this info from being reacquired later.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on September 25, 2023
Looking to keep your online activities hidden from anyone else who shares your computer? We explain how to open private tabs using Chrome’s Incognito mode and suggest a few other ways to improve your privacy.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on September 24, 2023
Temu is extremely popular but there are concerns about how much data it collects. Below, we’ll dig deep into Temu’s privacy policy and explain how to protect yourself when using similar apps.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on September 20, 2023
In the mood for some classic dystopian sci-fi? We explain how to stream the Divergent series online (even if you’re traveling abroad) and reveal if it’s possible to watch Divergent for free where you are. 
By Ian Garland in TV Streaming on September 13, 2023
Getting suspicious messages from someone claiming to be Geek Squad? We’ll break down how this email scam works so you don’t end up accidentally losing money to scammers. 
By Ian Garland in Information Security on September 13, 2023
American Psycho is a classic, and there are plenty of ways to watch it online (some of which are free). Below, we’ll explain how to stream American Psycho from anywhere in the world.
By Ian Garland in TV Streaming on September 6, 2023
Interested in streaming Welcome to Wrexham online? We’ll explain where to watch new episodes, how to get caught up, and what to expect from the third season. 
By Ian Garland in TV Streaming on April 15, 2024
Looking for the best VPN to access blocked content in Cuba? We reveal the best VPNs for Cuba and how to use them.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on September 5, 2023
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