When is it advisable to use a VPN?

[Min George]

VPNs help to mask your identity on the internet. Some sites frown against using a VPN and see anyone that uses it as breaking their rules.

When is it okay for a person to use a VPN to access a site? Or is it completely bad to use a VPN?

 

[neku]

Some apps which pay users are automatically installing a VPN as part of the app, it is recommended that the VPN should be switched off for mobile payment transactions.

 

[Min George]

When you are visiting unknown sites that you have not visited before, you should use a VPN to protect your identity and device.

 

[eLdavis]

I think one of the few times it is as advisable to use a VPN is in situations where you are using a public wifi and you want to access some sensitive information.

 

[Fidelia]

It is not negotiable that you should use a VPN on a public network. You don't want your location details intercepted.