Ariel Hochstadt

Ex-Google, International tech speaker

Ariel Hochstadt, Formerly Gmail Marketing Manager globally for Google, and today web entrepreneur. Ariel is a successful international speaker and author of 3 published books on computers and internet. He is the co-founder of vpnMentor and an advocate of online privacy.

5 Best VPNs for Chrome – Verified by Google 2020

Ariel Hochstadt |

We updated this article and made it an entirely different post. If you’re looking for the most updated VPNs for Chrome, click here. There are a lot of Chrome-based VPN extensions, but it can be a challenge to find one that works well and is not a fake VPN. No matter the reason that you...

How to Watch the 2020 PGA European Tour Ryder Cup from Anywhere

Ariel Hochstadt |

Even though the event attracts a massive worldwide audience, TV coverage of the Ryder Cup is nonexistent in many regions due to geoblocks. Luckily, a VPN will allow you to watch this international golf showdown from anywhere easily. Here’s everything you need to know about selecting and setting up a VPN to begin streaming the...

How to Watch the 2020 PGA Tour Made in Denmark from Anywhere

Ariel Hochstadt |

The European Golf Tour is well underway, and its next stop is in Denmark. Silkeborg Ry Golf Club hosts the Made in Denmark tournament event from August 30 to September 2. While, as of writing this article, the lineup is yet to be finalized, some names are already standing out from the crowd, and golf...

It’s 2020. What Does Google REALLY Know About You?

Ariel Hochstadt |

During my four years working at Google, I was amazed by the extent of the information the company has on its users. To create this article, I also spoke with 14 engineers currently working at Google, so you can understand what Google knows about your gender, age, and home and work addresses – not to mention...

Report: Flight Booking Platform Exposes Customer Data

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Led by internet privacy researchers Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, vpnMentor’s team recently discovered a huge data breach in flight booking website Option Way. Based in France, with an international customer base, Option Way helps users find flight deals to and from destinations around the world. The data breach exposed the personal details of customers,...

Is Showbox Safe? It Is, But Only If You Do This

Ariel Hochstadt |

If you’re a Showbox user, you know why it’s one of the most popular streaming applications. For one thing, it’s completely free, with no pop-ups or ads. That really separates Showbox from its far more annoying competitors. You can stream your favorite movies and TV shows online or download them to watch later, and the service...

VPN Market Analysis of Traffic and Brands

Ariel Hochstadt |

Virtual Private Networks are a growing market sector. Concerns over online privacy, censorship, and a growing desire to access geo-restricted content means more people than ever before are turning to VPNs. In fact, research suggests that 25% of global internet users now employ a VPN to secure their connection. In order to better understand the...

5 Best VPNs for Puffin Browser | Secure, Fast Browsing in 2020

Ariel Hochstadt |

Puffin Browser claims to speed up your web browsing by using the cloud, while also boosting your online security. This is achieved by loading web pages on cloud servers and sending the data to your device, thus isolating your browser from the wider internet and the threats that lie within. Does it work? Puffin is...

How to Watch Kovalev vs Alvarez from Anywhere

Ariel Hochstadt |

On August 4, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City hosts one of the most anticipated WBO fights of the year. But watching the fight outside the US is far from easy without a VPN. The build-up to the WBO Light Heavyweight fight between Kovalev and Alverez starts at 10pm ET. The fight...

Research Shows iOS Users are more Critical Than Android Users

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Have you ever wondered why you have an iPhone, but your friend will only use an Android, or vice versa? It’s more than just which one has the prettier box or better ads. According to multiple studies, the smartphone you choose reveals a lot about your personality, which draws certain people to pick one over...