VPNs are a great way to help protect your privacy and security online. And the new Verified badge on Google Play will showcase VPN apps that go above and beyond to protect users.
Introducing the Verified Badge for Certified Apps
The badge is for specific VPN (virtual private network) apps for consumers and was announced on theAndroid Developers blog.
Any VPN app with the new badge adheres to Play safety and security guidelines and has completed a Mobile Application Security Assessment Level 2 validation. The app must also have at least 10,000 installations and 250 reviews, while being published on Google Play for 90 days.
There are other criteria to earn the Verified badge on a VPN app. For example, app developers must also opt in to an independent security review and provide encryption in transit.
Some of the apps that have already earned the Verified badge include Nord, hide.me, and Aloha Browser.
The Verified badge is displayed on the app’s detail page and search results. Google is also planning additional ways to showcase the Verified VPN apps throughout the store.
Yes, You Need to Use a VPN
A VPN is an essential tool for almost anyone. They help mask your IP address and thus make it harder to track you online.
There are also a number ofadvantages to using a VPN. While the technology provides better protection against security breaches, using a VPN also allows you to connect to a public Wi-Fi network with less risk.
Even though a VPN is essential, it’s sometimes difficult for technology newcomers to understand thedifference between a good and bad VPN.
So it’s good to see the new Verified badge on the Google Play Store. That allows anyone looking for a trustworthy VPN app to better find exactly what they are looking for.
