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          "91 Locations / 2600 Servers",
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          "Streaming Support",
          "Dynamic Port Forwarding"
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      {
        "name": "Free",
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          "Restricted speeds",
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          "1 Connection",
          "No Logs"
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  "verdict": "Hide.me offers a very generous free tier with unlimited data, making it accessible for basic privacy needs. The 26-month plan at $2.69/month provides excellent value for long-term users, significantly undercutting the $11.99/month for a single month. This pricing structure is best for users seeking long-term, affordable VPN protection.",
  "bestFor": "Casual users needing basic VPN | Budget-conscious long-term subscribers | Users prioritizing privacy features",
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  "recentChanges": [
    {
      "date": "2026-11-01",
      "summary": "Plans changed: 1 added at $11.99 a month; 24 Months added at $2.50 a month; 12 Months went from $4.58 to $3.93 a month; 1 Month, 26 Months removed."
    }
  ],
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    {
      "date": "2026-10-31",
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      "url": null
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  "citation": "Toolradar, verified 2026-11-01, https://toolradar.com/tools/hide-me/pricing",
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