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Mark Gill

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Mark Gill is a leading security and privacy writer published on TechRadar, IGN, and Tom’s Guide. Since joining the Comparitech team in 2018, Mark has become a trusted authority on VPNs. Through his comprehensive guides and reviews, he underscores the many benefits of VPNs, from safeguarding privacy to unblocking and streaming TV shows and sporting events.

A graduate of the University of Lincoln, Mark earned a BA (Hons) degree in English and Journalism before relocating to sunny Spain, where he spent several years teaching English as a foreign language. His passion for online security led him to earn the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

When not testing VPNs and antivirus software for Comparitech, Mark enjoys playing retro video games, cheering on the Detroit Lions, and writing dark comedy screenplays. LinkedIn aside, you won’t find Mark on social media because he already wastes too much time managing his fantasy football teams with the hope of this year being “the year”.

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Articles by Mark

Struggling to decide between free and paid antivirus? There are plenty of options for each, and we compare them side-by-side to help you decide which best fits your needs.
By Mark Gill in Antivirus on March 24, 2025
Want to set up a VPN on PS5 but are unsure how to go about it? This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process and cover the benefits of doing so.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on March 23, 2025
Shopping for a new VPN? NordVPN is a leading VPN provider, and Malwarebytes VPN comes from a company synonymous with antivirus protection. We compare the two and pick a winner.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on March 18, 2025
Want to torrent with your VPN but not sure which country to connect to? We cover the key considerations when choosing a VPN server location and the best countries for torrenting.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on March 17, 2025
Heard about shared IP addresses but are unsure what they are or how they work? We cover everything you need to know about shared IP addresses, including benefits and risks.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on March 10, 2025
Are you a Cox customer? Find out how the best VPNs for Cox can help you browse privately without bandwidth throttling and even bypass annoying geo-blocking restrictions.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on March 8, 2025
Worried about how online surveillance is impacting your privacy? We explain everything about the 5, 9, and 14 Eyes alliances, including the kind of data they collect and how to stay safe.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on March 8, 2025
Looking to secure your e-commerce website from online threats? E-commerce sites often have to handle a lot of sensitive customer data, making using a quality antivirus essential.
By Mark Gill in Antivirus on March 1, 2025
Looking to browse securely and bypass geo-blocking from Puerto Rico? We explore the best VPNs for Puerto Rico, explaining our in-depth VPN testing process along the way.
By Mark Gill in VPN & Privacy on February 25, 2025
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