{
  "id": 7978019,
  "title": "Proton VPN drops to $2.99 per month: Unblock global Netflix, sports livestreams, and more for 70% off",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/proton-vpn-drops-to-2-99-per-month-unblock-global-netflix-sports",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-17T07:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/sept-17-proton-vpn-streaming-deal"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Proton VPN is offering a massive 70% discount on its two-year Plus subscription, now priced at just $2.99 per month. This deal, available starting September 16, saves you $168 compared to the regular price. The VPN service is designed to help you unlock global streaming catalogs, bypass blocked WiFi at work, and maintain fast internet speeds by preventing ISP throttling.\n\nWith Proton VPN, you can switch your virtual location to 140+ countries with a single click and stream regional content from Netflix, Disney+, Max, Amazon Prime Video, BBC iPlayer, and Hulu. The service also includes Proton's VPN Accelerator technology, which can boost connection speeds by up to 400%, ensuring smooth 4K playback even when connected to servers far away.\n\nOne account allows you to protect up to 10 devices simultaneously. The initial commitment is $71.76 for two years, equivalent to $2.99 per month and a savings of $168. After 24 months, the price renews at $83.88 per year, or $6.99 per month, though auto-renewal can be canceled at any time. Proton VPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, allowing you to explore its streaming features before making a long-term commitment.",
  "summary": "Proton VPN has slashed 70% off its 2-year Plus plan. Get open-source, no-logs privacy protection across 10 devices for just $2.99 per month.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "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."
}