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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

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
Ads can be annoying, especially when you’re just trying to check your email. Here’s how to block ads on Gmail via settings or using different ad-blockers.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on December 20, 2024
What is cyberterrorism, and does it overlap with cyber warfare, cybercrime, or hacktivism? We explore these links and discuss key defensive strategies.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on December 19, 2024
Made in Chelsea is only available through a couple of streaming services abroad. Here’s how to watch Made in Chelsea in the USA with a VPN.
By Richard Ernszt in TV Streaming on December 18, 2024
Wondering how to watch StackTV from anywhere? Check out our easy tutorial to stream StackTV outside Canada, plus the best VPNs for the job.
By Richard Ernszt in VPN & Privacy on December 18, 2024
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