The best alternatives to Hotspot Shield

iTop VPN is a free and premium VPN service offering 3200+ servers across 100+ locations worldwide. It features AES-256 encryption, a strict no-log policy, unlimited bandwidth, and supports Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android with up to 8 simultaneous connections per account. Its user-friendly interface makes it an accessible choice for privacy, streaming, and gaming.

PureVPN is a comprehensive VPN service with over 6,000 servers across 78+ countries, offering AES 256-bit encryption and privacy-focused features. It supports streaming, gaming, and secure browsing with split tunneling, kill switch, WireGuard protocol, tracker blocking, dark web monitoring, password management, and data removal services — all in one platform.

ZoogVPN is a trusted VPN service founded in 2013 that safeguards your online privacy and security through bank-grade 256-bit encryption. With servers in 55+ countries, a strict no-logs policy, and easy-to-use apps for all major platforms, it enables secure browsing, streaming, and unrestricted internet access from anywhere.

HMA VPN is a global service with 3,400+ servers across 100+ locations in 65+ countries. It offers AES-256 encryption, a strict no-log policy, Kill Switch, Split Tunneling, Lightning Connect, and Leak Shield. Available on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Android TV with up to 5 simultaneous connections.

FastestVPN is a Cayman Islands-based VPN provider with 800+ servers across 100+ locations delivering speeds up to 10 Gbps. It offers AES 256-bit encryption, multiple protocols including WireGuard, a strict no-logs policy, ad-blocker, NAT firewall, and up to 10 simultaneous connections across Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and more.

VeePN is a Panama-based VPN service offering 2,600+ servers across 85 countries with AES-256 encryption, a strict no-logs policy, and unlimited bandwidth. One subscription secures up to 10 devices across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, smart TVs, routers, and gaming consoles.

NordVPN is a premium VPN service that encrypts your internet connection and masks your IP address for private, secure browsing. It features a built-in next-gen antivirus that blocks malware, phishing, and trackers, plus Dark Web Monitor Pro™ that alerts you about leaked personal data. Supports up to 10 devices across all major platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.

Ivacy VPN is a premium VPN service offering 5700+ servers across 100+ locations with military-grade 256-bit encryption, a strict no-logs policy, and advanced features including split tunneling, internet kill switch, and IPv6 leak protection for secure and anonymous browsing.

CoverMeVPN is a premium VPN service offering fast, secure, and private internet access. With 3000+ servers across 140 countries, military-grade 256-bit encryption, a strict no-logs policy, and support for up to 5 simultaneous connections, it provides reliable online privacy and unrestricted access worldwide.

hide.me is a privacy-first VPN service based in Malaysia that encrypts your internet connection and hides your IP address. With 2,600+ servers across 91 locations, a strictly audited zero-log policy, AES-256 encryption with 8192-bit keys, and support for up to 10 simultaneous devices, it provides fast, secure, and unrestricted internet access for over 30 million users worldwide.