I've Been Testing VPNs for Over a Decade. These Are the 9 VPN Settings I Enable for Optimal Privacy
CNET, Monday, February 16th, 2026
Your VPN's default settings might not be giving you all the protection you need, but adjust these settings to get a privacy boost.
I like using my virtual private network, or VPN, for casual activities like staying private while browsing the internet or unblocking streaming content from around the world, just like anyone else. But when I really need to lock down and make sure my privacy protections are optimal, I adjust a few of my VPN's default settings.