Bright VPN

Bright VPN provides a free virtual private network that encrypts traffic and masks the user’s IP address, offering privacy and anonymity while browsing. It supports the IKEv2 protocol and includes proxy servers in many countries, enabling access to blocked or censored sites. The service is available for macOS, Windows, Android, and as a Chrome extension, and it can be used on multiple devices without requiring an email address.

The software is targeted at individuals who want to protect their online privacy, secure their connection, and bypass geographic restrictions without paying for a subscription. It claims to operate without collecting personal data or displaying ads, and it is listed as whitelisted by major antivirus engines.

What distinguishes Bright VPN is its free‑while‑supported model: the provider, Bright Data, funds the service by using the user’s connection for its own data‑collection activities, allowing the VPN to remain free for end users while maintaining the same features typically found in paid VPNs.