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Mark Gill

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Mark Gill is a leading security and privacy writer published on TechRadar, IGN, and Tom’s Guide. Since joining the Comparitech team in 2018, Mark has become a trusted authority on VPNs. Through his comprehensive guides and reviews, he underscores the many benefits of VPNs, from safeguarding privacy to unblocking and streaming TV shows and sporting events.

A graduate of the University of Lincoln, Mark earned a BA (Hons) degree in English and Journalism before relocating to sunny Spain, where he spent several years teaching English as a foreign language. His passion for online security led him to earn the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

When not testing VPNs and antivirus software for Comparitech, Mark enjoys playing retro video games, cheering on the Detroit Lions, and writing dark comedy screenplays. LinkedIn aside, you won’t find Mark on social media because he already wastes too much time managing his fantasy football teams with the hope of this year being “the year”.

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Articles by Mark

Thinking about getting a VPN? Private Internet Access (PIA) might just be perfect for you. It’s a good time to sign up too; with PIA’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals (now live), you can claim a huge discount on your VPN subscription.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on October 17, 2025
November is an ideal time to buy a VPN since that’s when most major providers offer their Black Friday discounts. IPVanish is no different; it’s a fast and reliable choice that’s available at an even better price thanks to its Cyber Month deal.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on October 30, 2025
Can’t decide which VPN to use? CyberGhost has a huge server network and offers both speed and security. Find out how to take advantage of CyberGhost’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on December 1, 2025
Surfshark is a great VPN that does it all. In this post, we’ll explain how you can save money with the Surfshark Black Friday deal.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on October 17, 2025
ExpressVPN is one of our top-rated VPNs, offering unrivalled speed and security. We’ll explain how you can make huge savings by taking advantage of the ExpressVPN Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on November 28, 2025
Looking to get a Californian IP address? Whether you need to unblock geo-restricted content or protect yourself online, a VPN can help. In this guide, I outline the best VPNs for California.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on February 13, 2026
Feel like binge-watching some Grey’s Anatomy? We explain how you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to securely stream Grey’s Anatomy on Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, or ABC, regardless of where you are in the world.
By Mark Gill in TV Streaming on October 3, 2025
Want to watch Star Wars: The Clone Wars? In this post, we’ll explain how to use a VPN to stream The Clone Wars from anywhere. We’ll even reveal where you can watch the seventh and final season online.
By Mark Gill in TV Streaming on November 11, 2020
Trying to find out when Grey’s Anatomy season 22 will air? We reveal the release date and how to watch Grey's Anatomy online from anywhere in the world using a VPN.
By Mark Gill in TV Streaming on October 3, 2025
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