Hotspot Shield

Mask your IP address, browse anonymously, establish an encrypted connection, and secure public Wi-Fi hotspots.

Download VPN for Windows

Hotspot Shield is the “world’s fastest VPN,” as verified by Ookla’s Speedtest. By connecting to one of our 3,200+ VPN servers in 80+ countries — including 35+ cities around the world — your internet traffic is encrypted. This ensures you can browse the web securely and privately, keeping your sensitive data protected.

How do I download a Windows VPN?

Follow these simple four steps to easily download a VPN for Windows PC in seconds.

• Step 1 Download Download Hotspot Shield VPN on your Windows PC
• Step 2 Connect Open up the Hotspot Shield app and click “Connect”
• Step 3 Select location Select the VPN server location you wish to connect to
• Step 4 You’re all set Enjoy your favorite content with peace of mind

Features for Windows PC

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Military-grade encryption

Privacy and security that also blocks 57 million malware and phishing sites a day

Global internet access

We offer 3,200 servers in 80+ countries, including 35+ cities around the world

Patented Hydra protocol

Hotspot Shield’s proprietary Hydra VPN protocol is verified by experts as the fastest, most secure on the market

Unlimited bandwidth

Get Premium today and stream as much as you want. Unlimited bandwidth means you never have to stop.

24/7 live tech support

We’re here to help Premium members with any questions or issues. We’ll be with you in seconds, not minutes or hours.

45-day money-back guarantee

We’re so confident you’ll love everything about Hotspot Shield, you can try it completely risk-free for 45-days

Link up to 5 devices

Create an account to link up to 5 devices, including your phone, tablet, and TV

Privacy you can trust

People love Hotspot Shield VPN for Windows

One of the most trusted and secure VPNs

Mask your IP address, browse anonymously, establish an encrypted connection, and secure public Wi-Fi hotspots.

— Abir M.
Always dependable

I like how user friendly it is, and how it works silently in the background, without slowing down my laptop.

— Linda G.
Essential for peace of mind

With all the online security concerns today, this is one app everyone should have on every device connected to the internet!

— Rick B.

Why choose Hotspot Shield VPN for Windows

Access the internet without borders

With 3,200+ VPN servers in 80+ countries — including 35+ cities around the world — it’s never been easier to access content from across the globe. Whether you’re traveling abroad and want to watch your favorite streaming service as if you were back home, or whether you need to access websites and services that are restricted in your area, Hotspot Shield’s sophisticated encryption means you can access the content you want, when you want it.

“By far the fastest VPN”

Access the internet without borders

With 3,200+ VPN servers in 80+ countries — including 35+ cities around the world — it’s never been easier to access content from across the globe. Whether you’re traveling abroad and want to watch your favorite streaming service as if you were back home, or whether you need to access websites and services that are restricted in your area, Hotspot Shield’s sophisticated encryption means you can access the content you want, when you want it.

“By far the fastest VPN”

World’s fastest VPN, verified by experts

Most of the leading VPN providers all use the same antiquated open source technology. Hotspot Shield is different. We built our own patented Hydra protocol from the ground up, and it delivers a far more consistent VPN connection — not to mention speeds over 2x faster than the nearest competition when connected to long-distance servers. In fact, Speedtest found Hotspot Shield actually increased download speed by more than 26.2% compared to when not using a VPN, while all other providers decreased speed by at least 42.5%.

“2019 Most Innovative Security Company”

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best free VPN for PC?

TechRadar ranks Hotspot Shield as the best free VPN for Windows PC. We offer a free and paid version of our VPN app. Our free app, called Hotspot Shield Basic, is ideal for those who simply want to ensure their connection is encrypted and their data is secure.

For more features – such as 115+ virtual locations, unlimited data, fastest VPN*, 24/7 tech tech support, and much more — we offer Hotspot Shield Premium, the fastest VPN* for streaming and secure internet access.

* The Fastest VPNs in 2023

What’s the best VPN for laptops?

Hotspot Shield is compatible as a VPN for Windows PC or as a VPN for Mac. Regardless of what laptop you have, our VPN is easy to use and provides you with the access you need.

How do I use a VPN for Windows?

Using a VPN for Windows is easy. Simply press “Connect” in your VPN app and your Wi-Fi connection is instantly encrypted and secure. To get a VPN for Windows, follow these simple steps.

Step 1: Download Hotspot Shield VPN for Windows
Step 2: Open up the app and sign in
Step 3: Press “Connect”
Step 4: You’re all set! Your internet connection is now encrypted

Having connected your Hotspot Shield app, you can now choose between 80+ VPN server locations to access new content from across the globe. This is especially useful when you travel and want to watch your local streaming services, like Netflix, for example.

How do I connect to a VPN server on Windows?

With Hotspot Shield connected, simply click the “Virtual locations” tab from within the app. This will open up a list of 80+ locations to choose from — including 35+ city locations around the globe. Simply select your country (and city if applicable) and Hotspot Shield will automatically connect you to the VPN server in that location.

Hotspot Shield

Safely access blocked and banned sites outside of your region.

Hotspot Shield Overview

Hotspot Shield is a versatile internet security and privacy solution. In addition to protecting you from dangerous online threats, it also protects your privacy and enables you to access any blocked websites and content. Hotspot Shield creates a virtual private network (VPN) between your device and its Internet gateway. This impenetrable tunnel secures your connection at both your home Internet network & Public Internet networks (both wired and wireless), and protects your identity by ensuring that all your web browsing activities, instant messages, downloads, credit card information or anything else you send over the network are secured through HTTPS. Features:

– Unblock websites Hotspot Shield VPN lets you bypass internet filters and access any website you want as an anonymous user. – Anonymous surfing By creating an encrypted tunnel between your computer and Hotspot Shield servers, Hotspot Shield enables you to surf the Web anonymously without being tracked or spied upon. – Protect your IP address Hotspot Shield VPN enables you to protect your IP address so you can enjoy private browsing and prevent hackers and spammers from monitoring your online activities. – Private & secure browsing Hotspot Shield VPN offers an enhanced level of security online and secure your data, online shopping, and personal information online with encryption. – WiFi security Hotspot Shield VPN secures your web browsing session and keeps your private data considerably more private when you at a public WiFi hotspot. – Malware protection Hotspot Shield VPN now offers complete malware protection to protect your devices from malware attacks.

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Hotspot Shield Information

SubCategory
Operating Systems
Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10
System Requirements

– Windows XP 32 bit Service Pack 2 or higher
– Windows Vista™ 32- or 64-bit or higher
– Windows 7 32- or 64-bit (all service packs)
– Windows 8

– 400 MHz Pentium processor or equivalent (minimum)
– 1GHz Pentium processor or equivalent (recommended)

– 512 MB (minimum)
– 1 GB (recommended)

Windows-based browsers (Internet Explorer 7 and above, Firefox, Chrome, and Opera)