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Lighthouse 1y ago

My VPN is killing my battery, anyone got suggestions? #asknostr

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elsat 1y ago

On wifi, or cell?

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Lighthouse 1y ago

Cell

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elsat 1y ago

On cell you could try a different VPN and compare performance.

You might also try looking for a low data mode on your device. Test if low data mode might reduce battery drain.

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elsat 1y ago

Ooff. Just noticed you use PIA. This co has a poor reputation for protecting privacy.

https://hardforum.com/threads/private-internet-access-sold-to-kape-technologies-a-shady-company-known-for-bad-privacy-ethics.1989112/

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Lighthouse 1y ago

Who do you use?

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elsat 1y ago

Check mullvad, ivpn

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Dudoc 1y ago

i use surf shark, didnt really notice any battery drain. been over a year

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Ruled by Physics 1y ago

Mullvad VPN is good