# What to Look For in a Free VPN

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Podcast: [The Good Tech Companies](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-good-tech-companies-6882802)
Published: 2026-05-26T08:01:02+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/17a81df2
Audio file: https://media.transistor.fm/17a81df2/c0cd7b04.mp3
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