NOMINATION HIGHLIGHTS

ClearVPN by MacPaw is a hassle-free, cross-platform VPN solution designed to make digital privacy an effortless daily habit. ClearVPN’s mission is to make online experience safe, private, and comfortable — without requiring technical expertise or constant user involvement.

With a single click, users can activate a secure connection with the app running quietly in the background. Beautiful and thoughtful design enhances the overall user experience and goes beyond what traditional VPN services typically offer.

ClearVPN is powered by modern encryption protocols, including WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2, ensuring strong and reliable data protection. The app establishes encrypted connections almost instantly and connects users to secure servers within seconds.

Through the built-in “Optimal Location” feature, with just one click, ClearVPN connects the user to the most suitable server, ensures a secure and stable connection and takes care of all the technical complexity in the background.

What else does ClearVPN offer?

1. Online Threat Shield blocks malicious domains and protects against scams, phishing, cryptojacking, and other cyber threats.
2. DNS Adblock prevents harmful ads, hidden third-party trackers, and intrusive pop-ups.
3. The newly added Kid Safe Mode enables a safe browsing profile for children by filtering harmful content.
4. An improved server infrastructure automatically connects users to optimal servers for lightning-fast speeds.
5. Chrome Adblock Extension creates an ad-free, safer browsing experience
6. VPN for Home — router support that allows to secure all household devices connected to home Wi-Fi through a single account.
7. A strict no-logs policy, no compromise on privacy.

Available on macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Windows, and Android, ClearVPN protects users and ensures privacy across all major devices and platforms. In 2025, ClearVPN expanded its coverage by adding “VPN for Home” — router support, allowing entire households to enjoy secure, encrypted internet without installing the app on every individual device. To further enhance safe and private browsing, the team also launched ClearWeb — an ad-blocking Chrome extension. One of ClearWeb’s key advantages is its ability to block ads even within videos, including on YouTube.

In February 2026, ClearVPN further expanded its impact with the introduction of Kid Safe Mode — a dedicated browsing profile designed to protect children online. With a single tap, it activates the highest level of protection, filtering harmful content and preventing risky connections.

ClearVPN is highly rated by users, with scores of 4.9 on the App Store and Mac App Store, and 4.8 on Google Play.