Hotspot Shield

12.7.5 VPN security app for Windows

Fernando Ortega

Encrypts Internet traffic and provides anonymity and unrestricted access to websites and services.

Freeware hotspot protection software download, reviewed by Fernando Ortega
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Secure your wi-fi connection from hackers and watch region-restricted television while hiding your actual IP address and location.

Note: Hotspot Shield comes bundled with adware.

The time has finally come that users from across the planet can access online services normally available in the United States only. If you're in Canada or anywhere else in the world, Hotspot Shield now offers an unlimited free VPN service which is ad supported.

The price of a VPN can sometimes be an expensive investment just to be able to watch region-restricted content like Discovery Channel Online, Hulu, Netflix USA or a huge array of services only available in the United States.

How can Canadians access Hulu? How can you access USA Network in Canada? Want to watch the U.S. version of Netflix? Hotspot shield is the perfect companion.

When we last tested this program, we were also able to watch programs with the PlayOn media player by Mediamall in Canada. Users in Australia, Germany and the United Kingdom have also reported success at watching services like Hulu and the U.S. version of Netflix.

Keep in mind this is a free solution and it normally works, but Hulu tends to block known IP addresses served by Hotspot Shield. This program is also ad-supported and ads might interfere with the viewing of videos.

In order to get a free license with the Windows version, you should send a blank email to win@afprivacy.com.

Features of Hotspot Shield

  • Integrates with Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
  • Anonymous browsing: Allows you to browse the Internet anonymously, ensuring no one can track your online activities.
  • Easy to use: Easy to install and use, so you can get started quickly.
  • Fast and secure connection: Fast, secure and reliable connection for your online activities.
  • No ads: Does not show any ads while you are using their service.
  • Privacy protection: Encrypts your data and provides complete privacy protection while browsing the Internet.
  • Protection from malware and phishing: Protects you from malware, phishing and other online threats.
  • Unblock websites and apps: Gives you access to blocked websites and apps.
  • Unlimited access: Provides unlimited access to its services, allowing you to access any content, anytime, anywhere.

Compatibility and License

Is Hotspot Shield free to download?

Hotspot Shield is provided under a freeware license on Windows from VPN and proxy software with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 12.7.5 is the latest version last time we checked.

What version of Windows can Hotspot Shield run on?

Hotspot Shield can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.

Other operating systems: The latest Hotspot Shield version from 2024 is also available for Mac.


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Hotspot Shield has been picked by our editors as very good.
Hotspot Shield has been tested for viruses and malware.
We have tested Hotspot Shield 12.7.5 against malware with several different programs. We certify that this program is clean of viruses, malware and trojans.