Private Internet Access
Open-source VPN with unlimited devices, no-logs policy and servers in 113 countries
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Pricing
From $2.03/mo
Open source
Yes
Platforms
What is Private Internet Access?
Private Internet Access (PIA) is a personal VPN service that encrypts your internet traffic and hides your real IP address by routing it through its own servers. The network covers 113 countries, including all 50 US states, and the servers use 10Gbps network cards.
The apps are 100% open source and support the WireGuard and OpenVPN protocols, with a choice of 128-bit or 256-bit AES encryption. Features include split tunneling, a kill switch, multi-hop connections and MACE, which blocks ads, trackers and malicious sites. PIA's no-logs policy has been reviewed in independent audits by Deloitte. Paid add-ons include a dedicated IP and a Windows antivirus.
One subscription covers unlimited devices. Apps are available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, with browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox and router setup for smart TVs and consoles. It suits people who want privacy on public Wi-Fi, safer file sharing, or access to home content while traveling.
Key features
- Servers in 113 countries, including all 50 US states
- Unlimited simultaneous device connections
- WireGuard and OpenVPN protocols
- Choice of 128-bit or 256-bit AES encryption
- Split tunneling by app and domain
- Kill switch
- Multi-hop connections
- MACE ad, tracker and malware blocking
Use cases
Who it's for
Public Wi-Fi protection
Encrypt traffic on public networks so others on the network can't intercept it.
Traveling abroad
Connect to a server back home to use apps and content from your own country.
Safer file sharing
Hide your IP address and encrypt data while sharing files online.
Banking and gaming with fewer blocks
Add a dedicated IP to get fewer CAPTCHAs and a more stable connection.
Private Internet Access pricing
From the vendor's site, checked Nov 4, 2026. Prices change — confirm on their pricing page.
1 Month
monthly
$11.95/mo
- Autorenews at $11.95 monthly
- 30-day money-back guarantee
1 Year
yearly
$3.99/mo
- Billed at $47.88 per year
3 Years + 4 Months
3 years
$2.03/mo
- Autorenews at $81.20 every 3 years
- Early access sale, 83% off
Cost over 2 years: $48.7224 × $2.03 (prepaid 40-month term). Worked out from the figures in Private Internet Access in numbers below.
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Private Internet Access in numbers
- Monthly plan
- $11.95
- Best intro price
- $2.03
- Intro term (months)
- 40
- Renewal per year
- $27.07
- Money-back (days)
- 30
- Devices at once
- Unlimited
- Server countries
- 113
- Jurisdiction
- United States
- Latest no-logs audit
- Deloitte, 2025
- Protocols
- WireGuard, OpenVPN
- Obfuscated servers
- Yes
- Port forwarding
- Yes
- Free plan
- No
The $2.03/mo intro price covers a 40-month term (3 years + 4 free months) that renews at $81.20 every 3 years, so the yearly renewal figure is that amount divided by three. From Private Internet Access's own pages, checked Nov 6, 2026. Each figure links to the page it is from; fields the vendor doesn't state are left out.
How Private Internet Access compares
- Cost over 2 years: $48.72 at Private Internet Access, the lowest of the 4 similar services that state it.
- Private Internet Access has the best best intro price of the 5 services here: $2.03.
- Private Internet Access has the best renewal per year of the 4 services here: $27.07.
- Private Internet Access has the best money-back (days) of the 5 services here: 30.
| Tool | Cost over 2 years | Best intro price | Renewal per year | Latest no-logs audit | Server countries | Devices at once | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPrivate Internet Access | $48.72 | $2.03 | $27.07 | Deloitte, 2025 | 113 | Unlimited | |
S Surfshark | $59.76 | $2.49 | — | Deloitte, 2025 | 100 | Unlimited | Private Internet Access vs Surfshark |
P Proton VPN | $83.76 | $3.49 | $83.88 | Securitum, 2026 | 149 | 10 | Private Internet Access vs Proton VPN |
E ExpressVPN | $71.76 | $2.99 | $99.95 | KPMG, 2025 | 113 | 10 | Private Internet Access vs ExpressVPN |
M Mullvad VPN | $134 | $5.58 | $66.96 | — | 50 | 5 | Private Internet Access vs Mullvad VPN |
Figures from each vendor's own pages; — means the vendor doesn't state it. The closest alternatives in our directory by category. “Starts at” is the cheapest paid plan per month, as each vendor lists it.
Pros and cons
Strengths
- Unlimited devices on one subscription
- Open-source apps
- No-logs policy audited by Deloitte
- 30-day money-back guarantee for new users
Limitations
- No free plan
- Dedicated IP and antivirus cost extra
- Antivirus is for Windows only
- Money-back guarantee covers new subscribers only, and app store purchases follow store refund terms
Private Internet Access FAQ
How much does PIA cost?
$11.95 monthly, $3.99/mo on the 1-year plan ($47.88 a year), or $2.03/mo on the 3-year plus 4 months plan ($81.20) during the current sale.
Is there a free trial?
The page lists no free plan or trial. New subscribers get a 30-day money-back guarantee instead.
How many devices can I use?
One subscription allows unlimited simultaneous connections on compatible devices.
Does PIA keep logs?
PIA says it doesn't store browsing data. Its no-logs policy has been reviewed in independent Deloitte audits.
Which platforms are supported?
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, plus Chrome and Firefox extensions and compatible routers.
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