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Richard Ernszt

Richard Ernszt is a seasoned technology and VPN writer for Comparitech, with a decade of experience in content creation. His focus on cybersecurity over the past seven years has honed his expertise in VPNs and digital privacy.

Richard holds a Bachelor's degree in English from Babes-Bolyai University, which helped launch his writing career right out of college. His insightful articles have been featured on respected platforms such as ProPrivacy, TechNadu, and CyberWaters.

Outside of work, Richard enjoys creative writing, traveling with friends, staying updated on recent AI advancements, and exploring music production in FLStudio.

Articles by Richard

Looking for the best VPN for World of Warcraft to lower your ping or unblock the game on school Wi-Fi? We've listed the best options and instructions on how to use them with WoW.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on February 21, 2025
Can hotels see what you are browsing on their Wi-Fi? Pretty much, yes. Thankfully, you can prevent that with these tips and a few helpful tools, such as a VPN.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on February 13, 2025
Learn what a data broker is, how they obtain your data, and what your information is used for. We also present some useful tips to minimize data collection.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on February 10, 2025
Not sure about ID theft insurance? Find out what it covers, who the key players are, and whether identity theft insurance is worth it for your situation.
By Richard Ernszt in Information Security on February 9, 2025
Are password managers safe, and what are the risks of using one? We answer those questions in great detail and offer some solid options.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on February 4, 2025
Find out the specific cases that can get you banned for using a VPN in CS:GO and CS2. Also, explore the many ways VPNs can be helpful for players.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on January 30, 2025
Wondering how to clear cache on Mac to free up much-needed space and potentially improve performance? Read our step-by-step guide to find out how to proceed.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on January 30, 2025
Have you tried everything and are unsure how to increase your download speed? Here are 11 tips for faster torrenting, backups, streaming, and more.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on January 24, 2025
Discover how to enable and disable SafeSearch and the risks of turning it off. We’ve also explained how to turn YouTube Restricted Mode on or off.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on December 31, 2024
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