It encrypts your data traffic and helps you bypass firewalls. And we can’t think of a better solution than Private Internet Access.
It’s wrapped in a super-intuitive interface for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. You can even set it up on your router.
PIA allows 10 simultaneous connections. It supports the WireGuard and OpenVPN protocols with up to 256-bit military-grade encryption, private DNS servers, and Shadowsocks proxy.
You can use PIA change your location with a VPN, unblock Netflix US anywhere in the world and stay safe from tracking services like Microsoft when browsing the web.
More about PIA:
- A zero-logging privacy policy
- 24/7 live chat support
- 30-day money-back guarantee
- No free trial
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Use a reliable VPN solution like PIA to protect your privacy and stop location tracking services, including Microsoft.
By the way, you can also use a VPN to change your GPS location, but not on Windows PC.
Conclusion
To sum up, Windows knows your accurate location by taking into account multiple aspects, including your GPS, nearby Wi-Fi towers, and your IP address.
If you’re worried about your privacy, you can turn off the Windows location services but there are no guarantees.
However, you can amp up your security and privacy level by turning to a trustworthy VPN like Private Internet Access. It’s one of the best tools for stopping online tracking.
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in July 2014 and was revamped and updated in December 2020 for freshness, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.
This post was written by Elena Constantinescu and was first posted to WindowsReport