Ian Garland

Ian Garland

Ian Garland is a distinguished author and cybersecurity expert, boasting over six years of dedicated service as a writer and editor for Comparitech.com. His expertise primarily focuses on privacy, VPN testing and evaluation, and exploring the unique online challenges faced by internet users around the world. His work offers insightful analysis into both emerging and established VPN services, underlining his deep understanding of the digital security landscape.

Holding a first-class Bachelor's degree in Computing from the University of the Highlands and Islands, Ian has established himself as a prominent voice in the field of online security. His insights and analyses have been featured across prestigious platforms including The Gazette, the RSA Cybersecurity Conference blog, RTInsights, Circuit Magazine, and Security Boulevard. His work goes beyond mere reporting, delving into critical examinations of the ever-evolving cyber world.

Outside his professional life, Ian maintains a keen interest in the streaming universe, particularly keeping abreast of the latest developments in the Kodi community. His passion for technology extends into personal projects, where he hones his coding skills. A lover of science fiction, Ian often immerses himself in sci-fi literature, reflecting his fascination with the future and the unknown realms of the digital universe.

Articles by Ian

Interested in Surfshark but hoping to try before you buy? Although there’s no official Surfshark free trial, there is a workaround that lets you use it for 30 days, free of charge. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on January 5, 2026
Want to try CyberGhost before deciding to commit for a longer-term? Although this VPN doesn’t offer a trial period, we’ve found a hack that lets you use it free for 45 days.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on August 1, 2024
Not sure IPVanish is right for you? This service doesn’t usually offer a trial but below, we’ll walk you through a hack that lets you try it completely free for 30 days.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on September 2, 2024
Interested in streaming Terminator: Dark Fate online? Below, we’ll explain everything you need to know about the sixth movie in the franchise, including how to watch Terminator: Dark Fate for free while you’re traveling abroad. 
By Ian Garland in TV Streaming on March 9, 2022
Looking to watch The Simpsons season 34 online? Streaming this show while traveling can be tricky. Find out how to stream season 34 of The Simpsons online from anywhere with a VPN. 
By Ian Garland in TV Streaming on September 22, 2022
If you’re looking to access your home Netflix library while traveling abroad, you’ll need a VPN. We examine Mullvad VPN to see if it can securely access Netflix.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on February 10, 2022
Want to watch TV from back home while traveling outside of South Africa? This guide explains how to stream South African channels like eTV and SuperSport from abroad.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 16, 2025
Traveling abroad and want to stream Indonesian TV? We’ll explain how to unblock and stream channels like Indosiar, Trans TV, and SCTV from outside Indonesia using a VPN.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 21, 2023
Want to watch Netflix Canada while abroad? We explain how a VPN can help you securely access Canadia
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 30, 2025
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