Private Internet Access might not have made it into our top 5 VPN rankings this time around, but it remains one of the best VPNs out there if you’re concerned about privacy. There’s plenty of tough competition in the VPN space for privacy-focused VPNs, but PIA’s combination of real-world tested privacy policies and outstanding security tools ensures it continues to distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. We’re taking a look at just one of these advanced features today – its built-in ad blocker called MACE.
MACE stops ads, trackers, and malware in their tracks thanks to a DNS-level blocklist. You might wonder why an ad blocker like MACE is necessary when browser-based ad blockers already exist. Well, MACE provides an extra layer of defense while taking the strain off your machine and your bandwidth, making it the perfect complement to an existing personal device security setup.
