Mullvad VPN

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    "Wireguard"
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  "enrichment_fetched_at": "2026-06-20T22:47:10+00:00",
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  "homepage": "https://mullvad.net/",
  "homepage_og_description": "Free the internet from mass surveillance and censorship. Fight for privacy with Mullvad VPN and Mullvad Browser.",
  "homepage_og_image": "https://mullvad.net/press/MullvadVPN_logo_Round_RGB_Color_positive.png",
  "homepage_title": "Mullvad VPN - Privacy is for the people",
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  "one_liner": "Free VPN client that routes traffic through Mullvad\u0027s network without requiring account creation or payment.",
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  "version": "2026.3",
  "why_use_this": "Mullvad emphasizes privacy and anonymity: it doesn\u0027t log activity, doesn\u0027t require sign-up, and uses unique account numbers instead of usernames. Open-source and audited, making it a strong choice for users prioritizing privacy over convenience."
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