Google answers 6 questions about Google One VPN

with google one You can manage and expand your storage space and use a VPN from Google One. buyer of one Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro recently got free VPN access, In the Google Blog, Google answers 6 questions about VPNs.

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Google One’s VPN has been available to longtime Google One customers (2TB storage and above). As of last week, buyers of the Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro could use a VPN at no extra cost.

In google blog Google Now answers any question and how VPNs work.

What is VPN and why is it important?

Whether you’re accessing your bank account on public WiFi, working on the go or shopping at home from your phone. A VPN – or Virtual Private Network – gives you peace of mind that your connection is private and secure. It acts as a privacy cloak by adding a layer of encryption to your internet activity. It protects against hackers and network operators (which may include your internet service provider, network operator or public WiFi provider). It also hides the IP address of the websites and apps you visit, which can be used to track your activity over time or trace your location.

How does Google One VPN work?

Google One VPN establishes an “encrypted tunnel” between your device and a remote VPN server. Network traffic to and from your device is routed through this tunnel and is therefore hidden from any network supervisor or operator. The remote VPN server directs the traffic to its final destination on the Internet – the app or website you are connecting to. The destination address sees traffic coming from the remote server and not your device. So it’s hard to trace you back.

google gives as an example, Imagine yourself wearing a snowman costume in a crowd of snowmen. It will be difficult for outside observers to recognize you and see where you are or where you are going because you blend in with everyone else.

And unlike other solutions that only apply to specific traffic, a device with Google One VPN protects all traffic from the browsers and apps you use every day.

Can Google see everything I do while connected to a VPN?

Simply put – no. Google One VPN is designed in such a way that Google cannot link your network traffic to your identity. Furthermore, Google takes a number of steps to ensure that this does not happen.

First Google uses blind signing. This provides a strong guarantee that Google servers do not associate your identity with the VPN connection. Others There is no IP address or network traffic log. It is only processed “on the fly”. There is minimal logging to ensure quality of service, but this does not include your IP address or network traffic. third Is VPN client library on GitHubAllows experts to independently verify the operation of the system. the fourth Have a third party audit the end-to-end system and published its report so that everyone can see them.

What is “blind signing” anyway?

Google servers don’t track your activity for an extra layer of privacy. Google One VPN creates a strict separation between the servers you access (eg through your Google Account) and the servers actually forwarding your data traffic. This ensures that no one, not even Google, can link your network traffic to your account or identity. find out here More.

When should I use a VPN?

A VPN is most useful when you leave it on and off, so it’s always working in the background to keep your internet browsing secure. Thanks to its reliable performance, you won’t even know it’s on.

However, even if you prefer to toggle it on and off, there are moments when using it is especially beneficial, e.g. B. While working in a cafe or connecting to a public WLAN. VPN provides security if you are using a network with weak security or if you are not sure how strong the security is.

Who can use Google One VPN?

Google One VPN is currently available to all Google One members with a Premium 2TB plan in 20+ countries Have subscribed. Additionally, family members who are part of a customer’s family group can use the VPN on up to six devices. Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro users can use Google One via VPN at no additional cost on their devices (enabled through the Google One app even without a subscription).