not_IOFeb 19

VPN only with ID check in UK?

https://lemmy.blahaj.zone/post/38814015

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Show threadArchangel1313Feb 19
So…what’s the point in even using a VPN, if you have to identify yourself just to use it? The whole point is to browse the web anonymously.
Show threadbumblefumble
It’s not the only use. VPNs can be used to access local servers remotely, for example your jobs server while WFH.
Feb 19 at 1:45pmWeb
Show threadqqqFeb 19

I’d take it a step further and say it’s not even a use of a VPN at all. If you want to browse the web anonymously a VPN doesn’t provide that guarantee: it only affects your source IP, which most services probably understand is unreliable for tracking purposes anyway.

If you want to browse the web anonymously first off TOR is the network layer to

Show threadscytaleFeb 19
Yeah, and the second you log into your account on a website, you’re already identified.
Show threadprivatepirateFeb 21
Would you mind going a little more into depth about the aspects of anonymity other than masking the IP address you think people are unaware of?