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might come in handy to avoid tracking since it hides your IP address.

Opera is my main browser, and it includes a free built-in vpn. When I have it turned on, some websites refuse to load, claiming they are not allowed in "my country" so I assume it's working. My bank also makes me go through security questions, since it doesn't recognize me if it's on.

If you use free internet around town, or want to troll discussion sites, a vpn can be handy, but otherwise really isn't necessary if you've got your own secure router. And there's usually no reason to pay for one for personal use.

Others may have different views.

Hotspot Shield is another free one I've used, and it works on the whole computer, not just one browser.