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Writing about online privacy, VPNs, and staying sensible on the modern internet. We try to be useful, not preachy.

Travel

Hotel Wi-Fi: an Aussie traveller's survival guide

Hotel lobbies, captive portals, shared networks and the friend-of-a-friend who knows what they're doing — here's how to use hotel Wi-Fi without leaking your inbox.

For travellers

Why your Aussie subscriptions stop working overseas

Stan, ABC iView, Kayo, even your bank app — some of the services you pay for at home behave differently when you travel. Here's why, and what to know about VPNs and licensing.

Australia

Public Wi-Fi in Australia: what's safe, what isn't

Sydney Airport, Maccas, your local library — we connect to a lot of free Wi-Fi in this country. A plain-English look at which ones are fine, and where to take care.

VPN

Top 5 Reasons to Choose Arresti VPN for Your Online Security

In today's digital landscape, ensuring your online privacy and security is more important than ever. A VPN is a crucial tool for protecting your personal information from hackers, surveillance, and data breaches.

Security

How VPNs Protect Your Personal Data on Public Wi-Fi

Public Wi-Fi networks — cafes, airports, hotels — offer convenience but often lack robust security. Connecting to these unsecured networks can expose your personal data to risks.

VPN basics

Understanding VPNs: What They Are and Why You Need One

In today's digital age, maintaining privacy and security online is more crucial than ever. One of the most effective tools to achieve this is a Virtual Private Network (VPN).

For travellers

Why a VPN matters when you travel

Hotel Wi-Fi, foreign carriers and the apps that just stop working overseas — a friendly guide to what changes when you cross a border.

About us

What it means to be an Australian Veteran Owned Business

Arresti VPN takes pride in being a certified Australian Veteran Owned Business, and strongly advocates for the contributions that veterans add to the everyday workforce.

Privacy

The Truth About Incognito Mode and Privacy

Shielding our online privacy is more crucial now than ever. One common tool people use to add an extra layer of privacy is incognito mode — but does it actually do what you think?

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News

Instagram Ban

Instagram's unpredictable ban in Turkey. On August 12th, Instagram — a platform many of us use to keep in touch with loved ones — was suddenly inaccessible.

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Australia

Australia's New Era in Cyber Security: A Comprehensive Plan for 2023–2030

Australia is stepping into a new era of cyber security with its ambitious 2023–2030 Cyber Security Strategy. Here's what it means.

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Policy

The UK's Online Safety Bill: A Double-Edged Sword for Digital Privacy?

Introduced to make the UK "the safest place to be online," the Online Safety Act has sparked debate about what it means for encryption and digital privacy.

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VPN

Why Free VPNs Can't Compete with Paid VPNs

Digital privacy and security are essential. As a result, VPNs have become a vital tool — but not all VPNs are created equal, and "free" usually means you're the product.

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