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Private Internet Access™ VPN Service encrypts your connection and provides you with an anonymous IP to protect your privacy.
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Very easy to setup and use
Very easy to setup and use. Love the widget and how quickly you can change your location. Definitely one of the best options on MacOS.
They got pure classical type of servers…
They got pure classical type of servers i have not seen on others yet
PIA customer service was a above par
PIA customer service was a above par. I used PIA way passed seven years. I highly recommend to all my friends and family always with Trustpilot in the same breath!
Anti virus web shield not functional
VPN is cool my problem is with the antivirus they sell. The web shield is not operational and you don't find this out until you purchase it. Customer service blew me off when I asked for an explanation.
This are Thiefs !
This are Thiefs !
If PIA is reading this - I am refering to support Ticket # 30740195
My PIA Account has been compromised and money has been taken out for a additional subscription.
I recovered the money through Paypal, however my account has not been reinstated but closed.
I still have 1 year of entitlement left on my purchase from last year but it seems nobody can or want to reinstate this entitlement
The customer support is one of the worst one I have ever encountered ( don't read messages properly and just want to close the ticket)
No help at all ( had to involve Paypal)
Had a different VPN before I purchased PIA last year. Thought is was good ( because cheaper) idea. What a mistake I made.
very good VPN works great all the time…
very good VPN works great all the time good price..
Good
Good, it did make my internet experience better, esp with starlink
I’d never use another VPN ever again.
Business class seating
Omg come on this over 5 years ago on business class what a joke seat still don’t work don’t waste your money
Scam...watch out they take your.money…
Scam...watch out they take your.money even when you cancelled subscription and then ignore your emails.
I was able to use PIA even when others don't
I was able to use PIA even when others VPN's does not work in the middle east, also not disconnections, great tool, I used for several years and never disappoint me. Thanks
Private Internet Access Great Service at Exceptional Value
Private Internet Access delivers exceptional value for money. What really stands out is their customer support: prompt, professional, and genuinely helpful. Highly recommended for anyone looking for great protection at a great price.
Doesn't work, awful customer service
Couldn't get it to work. Contacted customer support. In the beginning they answered. Now they are ignoring me. Wanted my money back...Seems to be their thing to ignore people once they want their money back.
I like choice!
I like choosing my own US or foreign based VPN IP addresses. I wish all my other internet security providers and operating system recognized I already have the best VPN I can get! I also wish ALL websites, especially those that require a secure connection would allow me to connect through my VPN, but this problem is encountered by all VPNs that want to collect your IP address, not the IP address of the VPN. PIA does have a static IP address option that resolves these issues, but it does cost more for the dedicated IP address subscription. Still, I will take PIA over other VPN services in a heartbeat for ease of use and number of VPN servers to choose from worldwide!
I have used PIA for over a decade now
I have used PIA for over a decade now. It have been available 99.7% of the time and I have not had any noticeable bottlenecks. Great service and I highly recommend it.
private vpn Internet access - app and servers preview
I’ve been using Private Internet Access (PIA) and overall I’m impressed. Server speeds are really fast, and I appreciate the granular control: you can choose the VPN protocol, tune encryption, pick ports, and tweak other advanced settings.
One caveat from my setup: UDP didn’t work for me. That could be my network conditions, but it’s worth noting.
On accessibility: the apps are usable with a screen reader (tested on mobile and Windows as a blind user). Labels are exposed and navigation is straightforward. However, the Windows app makes it hard to know if the VPN is actually on—I usually have to check whether my public IP changed. A clear, programmatically exposed “Connected/Disconnected” indicator would solve this.
What I like
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Very fast servers; connections feel snappy.
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Deep customization (protocol, encryption, ports, and more).
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Accessible UI on mobile and Windows for screen-reader users.
What could be better
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UDP may fail on restrictive networks (as in my case).
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Windows app needs a clearer status (announced state or a visible text label).
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No obvious audible cue when connecting/disconnecting on Windows.
Wish list for the Windows app
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An explicit “Connected/Disconnected” label that screen readers announce.
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Optional sound on connect/disconnect.
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A keyboard shortcut to toggle the VPN that also announces state.
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An in-app “Your IP is protected” check, so users don’t have to visit external sites.
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Automatic fallback with guidance if UDP is blocked (e.g., suggest TCP/WireGuard).
Bottom line: Fast and highly configurable with commendable accessibility—just needs clearer status feedback on Windows to be perfect for blind users. I’d rate it 5/5 pending that fix.
Good servers and services!
The Servers are quite fast and there is a lot of configurabiltiy and flexibility! The windows app is a bit laggy on a mid-end laptop, but that doesn't affect the connection speed. The customer support responds quickly in their promised time span and are very formal and polite! I can recommend this VPN for whoever needs it!
Dedicated IP offline
Dedicated IP that we rely on for SSH connections down for almost 48 hours, still no response from support despite multiple tickets.
Best VPN I have used
Easy to use, simple to install, works on my Linux distro, great price, lots of server choices and great speed.
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