Richard Ernszt
VPN & Privacy Expert
Richard Ernszt is a seasoned technology and VPN writer for Comparitech, with a decade of experience in content creation. His focus on cybersecurity over the past seven years has honed his expertise in VPNs and digital privacy.
Richard holds a Bachelor's degree in English from Babes-Bolyai University, which helped launch his writing career right out of college. His insightful articles have been featured on respected platforms such as ProPrivacy, TechNadu, and CyberWaters.
Outside of work, Richard enjoys creative writing, traveling with friends, staying updated on recent AI advancements, and exploring music production in FLStudio.
Articles by Richard
Find out how to bypass the MEGA download limit with a VPN, or by using a downloader app like JDownloader alongside proxy servers.
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on January 31, 2026
Are torrent sites safe? Not even close. See how to keep your downloads private and protect yourself from most common security risks of torrent sites.
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on January 31, 2026
Learn why Discord is lagging and how to fix it, from disabling Hardware Acceleration to tweaking Discord and router settings or using a VPN.
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on January 26, 2026
Discover how to change location on Instagram reliably, whether it's by switching to a business account, or using a VPN and GPS spoofing apps.
By Richard Ernszt
in Blog
on January 26, 2026
NordVPN not working? Follow our easy troubleshooting guide to fix connection and streaming issues on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and more. Plus some alternative VPNs just in case.Â
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on January 21, 2026
Learn how to switch off Gemini in Gmail, Workspace, and more. Protect your privacy and avoid unwanted AI suggestions in your emails and documents.
By Richard Ernszt
in Information Security
on January 20, 2026
Find out how to change location on Facebook Dating manually, with a VPN, or a GPS spoofing app. Fix location mismatch errors or get dates while traveling.
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on January 20, 2026
Looking to practice, level up weapons, or play casual matches? Here's how to get bot lobbies in Black Ops 6 with a VPN, private matches, or two-boxing.
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on January 16, 2026
Find out how to delete your Skype account and why you should do so in the first place. Plus, some useful Skype alternatives for personal or work chats.
By Richard Ernszt
in Information Security
on January 12, 2026