Last updated: May 2026. This policy sets out the standards VPN Vault holds itself to in producing content.
Independence
All VPNs are purchased at full retail price. We accept no free review copies, press account credits or sponsored placements. Affiliate commission rates have no influence on rankings or scores.
Testing Standards
- Speed tests: Ookla Speedtest CLI, 9 tests per VPN per month across 3 UK server locations
- Streaming tests: BBC iPlayer, Netflix UK, ITV Hub and Channel 4 tested weekly
- DNS leak tests: dnsleaktest.com and ipleak.net, kill switch verified per test cycle
- Privacy audit: No-logs policy verified against published independent audit reports
Update Frequency
- Rankings and scores: monthly
- Streaming compatibility: weekly
- Pricing and deals: monthly
- Speed tests: monthly
Corrections
If you believe any information on VPN Vault is factually incorrect, contact [email protected]. Corrections are reviewed within 2 business days and published with a correction note if warranted.