PureVPN Review
- Remote Access
- Unblocking Video Streaming
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At Just $4 a Month, It’s Worth Every Cent!
Pure VPN has been around since 2006 and during that time scaled the heights to become one of the best VPN providers in the world. But the best thing about Pure VPN is that it’s probably the cheapest among the best VPN products.
At a glance, Pure VPN has a comprehensive yet easy to navigate website. It has at least 10,000 customer care support spread across the world, providing 24/7 support. Users have also praised the VPN provider for reliable speeds and great software. In particular, the detailed tutorials for most of the supported devices will make you feel you’re dealing with a professional VPN provider.
Here is what you need to know about PureVPN.
Pricing and payment plans
Pure VPN, as already mentioned, is one of the most pocket-friendly VPN products in the market. But the best thing is that the low prices don’t come at the expense of quality – the VPN is still one of the most feature-rich.
Just as with other VPNs, it has three different pay plans; 1 month, 6 month, and 12 month. The 1 month plan costs $10.95 billed every 30 days. Initially it used to be $11.95 but the prices have since been slashed. The 6-month plan costs $53.70 down from $72.10, billed every 6 months. This is equivalent to $8.95 per month. 24-month plans are the least priced, costing just $70.80 per year ($2.95/mo) billed every 24 months.
Payment methods include; standard credit/debit cards, PayPal, Bank Transfer, and Payza. Other payment methods supported include JCB, Google Checkout, and American Express.
Privacy and security
Pure VPN uses 256-bit encryption and supports L2TP/IPsec protocols as well as SSTP and SSL. They also seem to support OpenVPN though it’s not clearly mentioned in their “Packages” page.
A peek into their Privacy Policy shows that they don’t release information about the user’s account unless such information is requested under the law. This can be interpreted to mean that the company doesn’t follow the “Zero-Logging” policy. For people who prefer totally confidential services, it can be an instant turnoff.
Features
The VPN comes with a lot of features to cater for your every need. It supports Linux, Mac, and PC operating systems and supports a range of devices including Android, Cellphone, the Tomato router, DDWRT routers, iOS, tablets, and windows mobile.
The “Server Selection Tool” is a special feature which helps you to select the best server to connect to depending on what you want to do; play poker, watch streaming video, etc. There are also settings pages where you can determine how the VPN and your internet services behave when you start your computer/device.
Ease of use
You should find using PureVPN very easy. First, downloading and installing the software is very easy. Before you download, assess the payment options and choose a plan that suits you best. PureVPN also offers you an option to choose just one dedicated IP address (in your preferred country and location) which you can use every time you access the service. It only costs an additional $5. Then proceed to enter your email address, password, and payment method.
Once you’ve paid, you be asked to wait for up to 24 hours (usually you end up waiting just one hour) for your login details. You’ll also be asked to submit an official document to prove your identity. Once the documents are verified, your login details will be sent. The user interface is also simple, organized, and very user-friendly.
Customer support
Pure VPN promises 24/7 support and they truly live up to it. A “Live Chat” feature is prominently displayed across the homepage. If you have any questions, just initiate a chat and you’ll get the necessary assistance. In addition to the “Live Support,” users also have access to a support ticketing system. If, while using the product, you encounter any challenge, simply request a support ticket, ask your question and wait for a reply. Pure VPN also has an elaborate FAQs section which carries answers to some of the most queries received. Alternatively, just follow the company on social media where you can chat freely with the support desk.
One feature you don’t want to miss out on is the specially designed “Customer Area” which as well as providing basic features such as invoices and account details also has a “Network Status” page. There is even an “Unlimited Rewards” scheme where you collect points and earn rewards by completing certain tasks such as promoting the company on social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc) and inviting friends to use the product.
Conclusion
In a nutshell, PureVPN is a great VPN at an unbeatable price. It has great client software, provides superb support and has a unique reward scheme. The only possible let down is the lack of “zero logging” policy. Verdict: 8.5/10
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