Hotspot Shield creates a virtual private network (VPN) between your laptop and AnchorFree's Internet gateway. This tunnel prevents snoopers, hackers, ISP's, from viewing your web browsing activities, instant messages, downloads, credit card information or anything else you send over the network. * Secure your web session with HTTPS encryption * Hide your IP address for your privacy online * Access all content privately without censorship; bypass firewalls * Protect yourself from snoopers at Wi-Fi hotspots, hotels, airports, corporate offices and ISP hubs. * Secure your data & personal information online