Cybersecurity, Privacy & Tech News from Comparitech

The Comparitech blog includes cybersecurity guides, news, how-tos, comparisons, and recommendations, all written by industry experts. Read the latest below.

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
Want to fix “Your connection is not private”? Learn what this browser warning means, why HTTPS m
By Ray Walsh in Information Security on June 9, 2026
What is a token, and how does token-based authentication work? Learn how tokens are used to verify identity, carry permissions, and secure modern applications. Token-based authentication explained.  
By Ray Walsh in Information Security on May 15, 2026
What is ARP? Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) maps an IP address to a MAC address. At the data link layer, devices only recognise MAC addresses, which is why ARP is needed to link them together.
By Ray Walsh in Information Security on May 14, 2026
What is symmetric encryption? Discover how symmetric encryption uses a single encryption key for both encryption and decryption to deliver fast, efficient data security. In this guide, I explain how it works and why it remains essential for cybersecurity.
By Ray Walsh in Information Security on May 13, 2026
Crunchyroll VPN not working? Learn why your Crunchyroll VPN isn't working on vacation, at work, or o
By Ray Walsh in VPN & Privacy on May 12, 2026
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