VPN Planet 2.10.104.117 for Windows

VPN Planet 2.10.104.117 is a Windows VPN client from FreeVPNPlanet. It connects your PC to a VPN server, encrypting traffic and replacing your IP address with the server's. The client offers free use, and you can download VPN Planet for Windows from freevpnplanet.com or the Microsoft Store.

Specifications

What the client does

VPN Planet follows the familiar model of a consumer VPN: you choose a server location in the app, click connect, and from then on your browser and other programs send their traffic through an encrypted tunnel. On public Wi-Fi this prevents others on the same network from reading unencrypted data, and websites see the VPN server's address instead of yours. The free option makes it easy to try the service, while paid plans typically add more locations and higher speed. Getting the client from the Microsoft Store has a practical advantage: Windows handles installation and updates, and removing the app is clean. The website version may receive updates on a different schedule; either way, keep the client current, as VPN software is part of your security setup. The company posts news on its blog.

Installation

1. Install the client from the Microsoft Store or download it from the official site.
2. Allow Windows to add the VPN network components.
3. Open the app, sign up if required, and pick a location.
4. Connect and check that your IP address has changed.

Privacy and legal notes

• The VPN operator can see which servers you connect to; read the privacy policy on freevpnplanet.com.
• A VPN does not stop websites from recognising you when you log in.
• Some banks and streaming services block VPN addresses.
• Follow the laws of your country and your workplace rules.

Who it suits

VPN Planet suits home users and students who want to try a VPN on their Windows laptop without paying upfront, and people who travel occasionally and use hotel or airport Wi-Fi. If you need a VPN every day for work, compare its paid plans with those of long-established providers before committing.

Tips

Choose a nearby server for everyday browsing and video calls; distant servers add delay. If the internet stops working after disconnecting, restart the PC so the network adapter resets. Uninstall VPN clients you no longer use to avoid conflicts between them.

Pros and cons

• Pro: free option for trying the service.
• Pro: available in the Microsoft Store.
• Pro: simple location list and connect button.
• Con: large installer for a VPN client.
• Con: best speeds and locations likely need a paid plan.

Alternatives

Other VPN clients for Windows in our listings include Proton VPN, Windscribe VPN, Mullvad VPN, TunnelBear and Hotspot Shield.