Do you need a VPN? Get a 5-year subscription for $50 with this limited time offer

Here at ZDNET, we cover the virtual private network (VPN) market comprehensively and keep an eye out for worthwhile deals.

At Stack Social, we have discovered an interesting promotion for anyone who wants to use VPN software to hide their online activities from prying eyes, including ISPs, marketers and other groups that may track which websites you visit and which online Services you use.

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The VPN in question comes from AdGuard, a company known for its ad and tracker blocking technologies. Now you also have the option to try the standalone VPN, which could provide an extra layer of privacy to protect your browsing.

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What I like about this offer is the price. For $50 (86% off), you can sign up for a five-year plan that gives you access to a VPN for the equivalent of about $0.83 per month. The subscription includes 10 simultaneous device connections and AdGuard applies a no-logging policy.

AdGuard VPN deals for one- and three-year subscriptions are also available for $30 and $40, respectively. Although they are cheap, they are more in line with the typical promotions of other VPN providers.

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The iOS and Android mobile versions of this VPN are easy to set up, with a clean layout and a simple menu bar. You can opt for the default “smart” location by simply clicking a button, or you can browse through the server and country list (over 60 locations) to find your preferred location. The speed is fine and I didn’t notice any real difference in browsing or app usage.

However, there is one caveat: I cannot recommend this VPN for macOS-only use. During my testing, I found it difficult to even log in and it is extremely slow. In short, the mobile user experience is what you’d expect from a decent VPN, but the macOS app requires a lot of work. (We have a list of VPNs that are great for Mac if you need one.)

A free option is available. However, keep in mind that VPN traffic, connection speeds, and server locations are very limited.