{
  "id": 14692392,
  "title": "VPN Deal of the Week: Private Internet Access's Halloween Sale has landed – 26 months of protection for under $50",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/vpn-deal-of-the-week-private-internet-accesss-halloween-sale-has",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-15T12:28:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-services/vpn-deal-of-the-week-private-internet-accesss-halloween-sale-has-landed-26-months-of-protection-for-under-usd50"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Private Internet Access (PIA) has slashed the price of its two-year plan, offering 26 months of protection for less than $50. This equates to $1.89 per month, a 30-cent reduction from its usual $2.19 cost. The deal is even more budget-friendly when compared to other popular VPN services, such as Surfshark, which charges $2.49 per month.\n\nPIA stands out for its high level of customization, making it ideal for tech-savvy users who wish to fine-tune their VPN connection. Despite its complex interface, PIA's user-friendly design ensures that even beginners can navigate the platform without issue, whether on their phone, tablet, or TV.\n\nWhile some competitors like CyberGhost and PrivadoVPN offer lower rates, they fall short in terms of device connections and server locations. CyberGhost and PrivadoVPN both provide $1.99/month and $1.11/month respectively, but neither offers unlimited device connections nor a vast network of 166 server locations, which enhances streaming options and connection speed.\n\nPIA has been a trusted VPN provider for years, known for its customization options, extensive server network, and ability to work on any device. With the addition of 22 new streaming-optimized servers and 15 new locations, PIA has raised the bar recently. Users can now enjoy enhanced security features without compromising on the provider's long-standing reputation for reliability and affordability.\n\nThis Halloween sale presents an excellent opportunity to give PIA a try. At $1.89 per month, it's one of the most cost-effective VPN options available, offering users worldwide server coverage, top-notch security tools, and the flexibility to stay secure in any digital environment.",
  "summary": "A good deal on a frighteningly cheap VPN",
  "key_points": [
    "Private Internet Access offers 26 months of protection for $49.98, costing $1.89 per month.",
    "PIA provides customization options for tech-savvy users and a user-friendly interface for beginners."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "TechRadar",
        "title": "Private Internet Access adds 10 new server locations to its network – but it seems the truth is better than PIA lets on",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/private-internet-access-adds-10-new-server-locations-to-its-network",
        "published": "2026-10-15T14:18:58.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}