The VPN Trust Initiative is an industry-led consortium organized by the Internet Infrastructure Coalition (i2Coalition). VTI promotes online safety and privacy by improving transparency, standards, and public understanding across the VPN industry. The technology we advocate is not yet widely understood by policymakers or the general public, even though that technology protects millions of Internet users on a daily basis.
In a world where digital surveillance and online threats are increasing worldwide, VPNs are widely used to enable secure remote access for businesses and institutions. They also empower people by helping defend against cyber threats, phishing attempts, and surveillance—especially on public WiFi. In addition to their everyday benefits, VPNs help whistleblowers communicate securely, enable free expression in repressive regimes, and safeguard users during crises.
However, not all VPNs are created equal—and without clear standards, users can’t easily tell which services are trustworthy. This is why VTI created the VPN Trust Seal to help customers recognize companies that uphold the highest standards across five core areas:
- Security
- Privacy
- Disclosure & Transparency
- Advertising Practices
- Social Responsibility
VTI has expanded its Trust Seal program into a yearly reaccreditation program to more clearly identify the service providers that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to ethical operations. When you see the Trust Seal on a provider’s website, you can trust they meet these high standards and are committed long-term to maintaining them.
Meet VTI’s member companies: https://vpntrust.net/vti-members/
About i2Coalition’s VPN Trust Initiative
i2Coalition’s VPN Trust Initiative (VTI) is an industry-led consortium that promotes consumer safety and privacy online by increasing understanding of VPNs and strengthening business practices in an industry that already protects millions of Internet users. The VTI leverages firsthand knowledge to advocate, create, vet, and validate guidelines that strengthen trust and transparency and mitigate risk for users.
To learn more about the VTI, please click here.
About the i2Coalition
The Internet Infrastructure Coalition (i2Coalition) ensures that those who build the infrastructure of the Internet have a voice in public policy. We are a leading voice for web hosting companies, data centers, domain registrars and registries, cloud infrastructure providers, managed services providers, and related tech. We protect innovation and the continued growth of the Internet’s infrastructure, which is essential to the global economy. Our coalition launched at a significant time in our industry’s history. The genesis of the organization began in 2011 when many of the i2Coalition founding and charter members joined forces during the successful effort to prevent SOPA and PIPA from becoming United States law. After mobilizing to ensure the Internet’s free flow of information and commerce, we realized the ongoing need for an industry voice, founding formally in 2012.
To learn more about the i2Coalition and explore membership, please visit i2Coalition.com.