Private Proxy Guide is an independently owned and operated platform dedicated to providing comprehensive and insightful content in the realm of digital privacy and technology. While we began with a strong focus on proxy and VPN services, our coverage has expanded to include web hosting reviews, cloud storage evaluations, cybersecurity guides, and a variety of SaaS solutions. Our goal is to be a reliable, practical resource for privacy-conscious users around the world.

Who We Are

Private Proxy Guide was founded in 2017 by Marcus Eriksson, an online privacy enthusiast with an MSc in Computer Science and a long-term background in web-related projects dating back to the early 2000s. Today, Marcus works together with a small, distributed team of writers and testers who share a deep interest in internet privacy, networking, and security-focused tools.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower individuals, professionals, and businesses with clear, tested, and unbiased information about tools that affect their privacy, security, and digital productivity. We aim to be a trusted advisor that helps our readers:

  • Choose VPNs, proxies, and privacy tools that genuinely match their needs
  • Understand how these technologies work under the hood
  • Configure and troubleshoot their setups with practical, step-by-step guidance
  • Reduce online tracking and improve their overall security posture

What We Cover

On Private Proxy Guide you will find:

  • In-depth VPN and proxy reviews, comparisons, and configuration guides
  • Technical explainers, such as our page Proxy Services Explained, for readers who want to understand how things work
  • Guides to web hosting, cloud storage, and online backup services
  • Reviews of password managers, security software, and other privacy-relevant tools
  • How-to articles on fixing VPN and connectivity issues, improving ping, and optimizing performance

Our Core Values

  1. Integrity and Independence: We are not owned by any VPN, proxy, or hosting provider. Our recommendations are based on testing and research, not on who pays the highest commission.

  2. Expertise and Insight: We go beyond surface-level feature lists. Our content reflects real-world testing, protocol knowledge, and long experience with networking tools.

  3. Commitment to Privacy and Security: We prioritize tools and practices that strengthen user privacy, encryption, and data protection in a realistic way.

  4. User-Centric Approach: Different readers have different needs. We clearly explain who a product is best for (and who it is not for) instead of pretending there is a single “best” option for everyone.

  5. Continuous Learning and Adaptation: The digital world changes quickly. We regularly revisit and update our content so that our recommendations stay relevant and accurate in 2025 and beyond.

How We Test & Review

We are committed to a transparent and repeatable review process. For more technical detail, you can read our dedicated methodology page: How We Test VPN Services.

Expert-Led Reviews

Marcus Eriksson – Founder of Private Proxy Guide Reviews are either conducted by Marcus Eriksson or by a trusted member of our team following a shared, documented testing checklist. This ensures that each product is judged using the same criteria and that our conclusions are comparable from one review to another.

Hands-On Testing

Whenever possible, we purchase our own subscriptions and use the services just like a normal customer would. This allows us to test:

  • Real-world speeds (including different servers and regions)
  • Streaming and geo-unblocking capabilities
  • P2P and torrent performance (where applicable)
  • App stability and ease of use across platforms
  • Support quality and response times

By testing the tools ourselves instead of relying only on marketing claims, we can give a more honest and practical picture of what you can expect.

Security, Privacy & Logging Practices

For VPNs, proxies, and privacy tools, we pay special attention to:

  • Encryption standards and protocols used
  • Logging policies and jurisdiction
  • Leak protection (DNS, IPv6, WebRTC) and kill-switch behavior
  • Track record, audits, and any known security incidents

We cross-check vendor claims against documentation and user reports, and we adjust our recommendations when policies or ownership changes.

Open and Interactive Reviews

All our reviews and articles are open for comments. We encourage readers to share their own experiences – whether they agree with us or not. This feedback helps us spot changes in services early, such as new restrictions, performance issues, or policy updates.

Accuracy, Updates & Corrections

We treat accuracy seriously, especially in our how-to guides and troubleshooting articles. Before publishing, we test the steps in real setups as far as possible. When software, user interfaces, or policies change, we update our content to reflect the new reality.

If you notice anything that looks outdated or incorrect, you can always reach out via our contact page. We review such messages and issue corrections or clarifications where needed.

Affiliate Disclosure & How We Make Money

Private Proxy Guide is reader-supported. Most of the links on our website are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to sign up for a service through one of these links, we may earn a small commission. This commission comes at no extra cost to you.

This model allows us to:

  • Pay for the memberships and subscriptions we use for testing
  • Cover writing, editing, and technical maintenance costs
  • Keep most of our content free to access for everyone

Affiliate partnerships do not change our testing process or conclusions. We do not sell “guaranteed” positive reviews or rankings. If a product performs poorly in our tests or changes for the worse, we say so – and we may lower its ranking or remove our recommendation entirely.

Editorial Independence

Our editorial decisions are made by our own team, not by advertisers or partners. Companies cannot pay to:

  • Be included in our rankings or comparisons
  • Change the outcome of a review
  • Have negative information removed

We may occasionally receive test accounts or trial access from vendors, but we apply the same review criteria, and we disclose any significant relationships where relevant.

Privacy & Data Protection

Because we write about privacy, we also care about how we handle our visitors’ data. For full details on what data we collect, how it is used, and your rights, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

Get in Touch

If you have questions about our reviews, want to suggest a product to test, or have found an inaccuracy, we would love to hear from you. You can contact us directly via our contact page.

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Thank you for trusting Private Proxy Guide as a resource for your privacy and security decisions in 2025 and beyond.