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
VPNs still work for cheaper flights, but the savings are usually not worth the effort, aside from a
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on August 2, 2026
Open-source software can be safe with proper research. Learn about its security risks and how to use
By Richard Ernszt
in Information Security
on July 30, 2026
Start deGoogling your life with this in-depth guide. Learn what it involves, why people do it, the t
By Richard Ernszt
in Information Security
on June 28, 2026
CurseForge is safe overall, but you should still check mods carefully and disable data collection to
By Richard Ernszt
in Information Security
on June 27, 2026
Learn what Kik is, whether it's safe for kids, and what risks they may be exposed to. Practical tips
By Richard Ernszt
in Information Security
on June 23, 2026
Learn what location services are and what data apps and websites pull from to discover your location
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on June 22, 2026
Find out how to bypass Xbox age verification to maintain your privacy, prevent your data from exposu
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on June 22, 2026
Find out what a Minecraft dedicated IP is, how it can simplify server or domain setup, and whether i
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on June 21, 2026
Discover the best Discord alternatives, whether you're gaming, collaborating with your team or at sc
By Richard Ernszt
in VPN & Privacy
on June 14, 2026