Top 5 VPNs With Free Plans in 2026

Our 2026 ranking helps you compare VPN providers that list a free version and choose one whose privacy features, coverage and device support fit your needs. These are free-plan options, not services that only offer a trial.

How we ranked these free VPNs

We included providers that list a free version and compared their stated no-logs policies, independent audits, kill switches, network reach, protocols, device support and useful extras. Premium-plan features do not automatically apply to free accounts. The listings do not specify each free plan’s data allowance, server access or feature restrictions, so check those terms with the provider. We rank on listed specs and features rather than lab tests.

1. X-VPN Premium

X-VPN leads with a free version and a strong set of listed privacy and network features. The provider lists 10,000 servers in 80 countries, RAM-only servers, an independently audited no-logs policy and a kill switch. WireGuard, OpenVPN and its own protocol are listed, alongside apps for computers, phones, streaming devices, Chrome and routers.

Premium also lists multi-hop, split tunnelling, obfuscated servers and malware protection. The listing does not confirm which of these features, locations or protocols are available on the free plan.

• Strengths: Independent no-logs audit, kill switch, RAM-only servers and a large stated network.
• Strengths: Broad platform support, three protocol options and multi-hop listed.

• Limits: Free-plan server access and feature limits are not specified.
• Limits: Singapore is listed as the provider’s base, which may matter when comparing jurisdictions.

Choose X-VPN if you want a free-plan option from a provider with a broad listed network and independently audited privacy policy. Confirm which features the free account includes.

2. Proton VPN Plus

Proton VPN stands out for its stated network reach and listed P2P support. Proton lists 20,000 servers in 149 countries, an independently audited no-logs policy and a kill switch. P2P is allowed on the listed service, but check whether the free tier permits it and which locations it provides.

Its protocols include WireGuard, OpenVPN and a proprietary option. Apps cover computers, phones, streaming devices, Chrome and Firefox. Proton also lists multi-hop, Tor over VPN, split tunnelling and port forwarding; the listing does not establish that these Plus features are available for free.

• Strengths: Independently audited no-logs policy, kill switch and P2P support listed.
• Strengths: The broadest stated network here by server count and country coverage.

• Limits: Free-tier locations and feature access are not specified.
• Limits: Verify which advanced features apply to the free version rather than Proton VPN Plus.

Consider Proton if wide stated country coverage or P2P support matters to you. Check the free plan’s locations and rules before relying on either.

3. hide.me Premium

hide.me combines a listed free version with audited privacy features and several protocol options. The provider lists an independently audited no-logs policy, a kill switch, multi-hop and P2P support. Its stated network covers 2,600 servers in 57 countries, fewer countries than the two providers above.

Protocols include WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2/IPsec and SSTP. Apps are listed for computers, phones, streaming devices, routers and several browsers. The Premium listing also includes split tunnelling, port forwarding and 24/7 support, but does not say which features are available to free users.

• Strengths: Audited no-logs policy, kill switch, multi-hop and P2P support are listed.
• Strengths: Four protocol options and broad device support.

• Limits: Its stated network covers 57 countries, fewer than X-VPN and Proton VPN.
• Limits: Free-plan limits and access to advanced features are not detailed.

Choose hide.me if you want several protocol options and support for a range of devices. If multi-hop or P2P is important, confirm that the free plan includes it.

4. AdGuard VPN Premium

AdGuard VPN is worth considering if you want a free-version option with a kill switch and split tunnelling listed. The provider lists coverage in 62 countries and support for streaming services, plus apps for computers, phones, streaming devices, browsers and routers. It states a no-logs policy, but no independent no-logs audit is listed.

AdGuard lists only its own protocol, giving you fewer protocol alternatives than the other providers ranked here. The platform coverage is broad, but check which apps and features are available on the free plan before setting up your devices.

• Strengths: A free version, kill switch and split tunnelling are listed.
• Strengths: Apps cover many operating systems, devices and browsers.

• Limits: Only a proprietary protocol is listed.
• Limits: No independent no-logs audit or server count is listed.

AdGuard suits you if its device coverage and split-tunnelling option fit your needs. If independent verification is a priority, compare the audited providers higher up first.

5. ZoogVPN Premium

ZoogVPN offers a listed free version, kill switch and malware protection. Its stated network has 1,000 servers in 55 countries, and the provider lists a no-logs policy. No independent no-logs audit is listed, so treat this as the provider’s stated policy rather than an independently verified claim.

Protocols include WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2/IPsec, L2TP/IPsec and its own protocol. The listing also includes P2P, obfuscated servers and split tunnelling, with apps for computers, phones, streaming devices, routers and browsers. Check which features are included in the free tier.

• Strengths: Free version, kill switch, malware protection and P2P support are listed.
• Strengths: Five protocol options and support for a broad range of platforms.

• Limits: The stated network covers 55 countries and 1,000 servers.
• Limits: No independent no-logs audit is listed, and the money-back period is shorter than several competitors’.

Consider ZoogVPN if its protocol range and platform support suit you. Confirm the free plan’s limits, especially if you need a particular location or feature.

Why other VPNs missed the list

VPN Nederland lists a free version, but supports only Windows, macOS, Android and iOS, with email support and coverage in 30 countries. Surfshark Starter has broader coverage and unlimited simultaneous devices, but lists a seven-day trial rather than a free version, so it does not qualify for this ranking.

How to choose a free VPN

First, check what the free plan actually includes. The listings confirm that these providers offer a free version, but do not specify its data allowance, server locations, speeds or feature restrictions. Read the provider’s current terms before you rely on a free account for streaming, travel or regular use.

Match the supported platforms to the devices you use. If you need a VPN on a TV or router, confirm that the free plan supports that setup. For privacy, compare a stated no-logs policy with an independent audit where one is listed, and verify that the plan includes a kill switch if you need one.

Choose according to your main use, not the longest feature list. Proton lists P2P support, hide.me lists several protocol options, and AdGuard lists split tunnelling, but free-tier access may differ. In 2026, checking those plan details is the best way to find a free VPN that fits your devices and needs.