"Is Pia Proxu still the best for privacy these days?"
Hey folks, been using pia proxu for a while now, but lately I’m hearing mixed things. Some say it’s still solid for anonymity, others claim newer options are faster/more secure.
Anyone tested it recently? How’s the speed? I noticed a few hiccups last week, but could just be my connection.
Also, how does pia proxu stack up against stuff like Nord or Proton? Not just for streaming, but actual privacy—like logs, leaks, etc.
Kinda torn whether to stick with it or switch. Appreciate any real-world experiences!
(Ps. If you’ve got recs for alternatives, lmk—but pls no shills 😅)
I switched from pia proxu to Mullvad last year and haven’t looked back. Pia was decent, but Mullvad’s no-log policy is airtight, and speeds are way more consistent.
Plus, you can pay with cash/monero if you’re extra paranoid. Only downside? No fancy apps—just config files. But if privacy’s your #1, it’s worth it.
For testing leaks, try ipleak.net. Pia proxu used to pass, but I’ve seen mixed results lately.
Pia proxu’s still okay, but yeah, the speed dips are real. Noticed it too, especially during peak hours.
If you’re just streaming, it’s fine. But for hardcore privacy, Proton’s Swiss-based servers feel more trustworthy. Their free tier’s limited, but paid plans are solid.
Side note: avoid Nord if logs are a concern. They’ve had iffy incidents.
Honestly? Pia proxu’s fallen off. Used to swear by it, but their support’s gone downhill.
Try IVPN—smaller network, but zero logs and way faster support. They even publish regular audits.
For speed tests, use speedtest.net’s CLI tool. Pia’s been inconsistent for me in the US.
Still using pia proxu here. No leaks, but yeah, speeds can be hit or miss.
Proton’s good, but pricey. If you’re on a budget, Windscribe’s custom plans are sneaky good.
Pro tip: pia’s MACE feature (ad blocking) is clutch, but not enough to ignore the competition.
Pia proxu’s fine, but "best"? Nah. Surfshark’s cheaper, faster, and has CleanWeb (like MACE but better).
For logging, check privacytools.io’s comparisons. Pia’s US-based, which might sketch some folks out.
FWIW, I ditched pia after a DNS leak last month. YMMV.
Lol @ "still the best." Pia proxu’s riding on old hype.
Check out OVPN—Swedish, no BS logging, and their support actually knows stuff.
Speed-wise, pia’s middle of the pack. Use torrents? Go with something else.
Thanks for the input, everyone! Leaning toward testing Mullvad or Proton based on the comments.
Quick Q: anyone tried pia proxu’s new WireGuard servers? Saw an ad but skeptical.
Also, big thanks for the leak test sites—ipleak.net showed a minor issue with pia I hadn’t caught. Gonna dig deeper.
Pia proxu’s alright, but their app updates are glitchy af lately.
If you want a no-nonsense alternative, AirVPN’s Eddie client is ugly but works. Plus, port forwarding’s a bonus.
For privacy tests, dnsleaktest.com is my go-to. Pia passed, but eh… competition’s heating up.
Stickin’ with pia proxu for now, but eyeing Proton.
Their split tunneling works great, but Nord’s WireGuard is *chef’s kiss* for speed.
Just avoid free VPNs—total privacy nightmares.
