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Date Published
Author
Emma Roberts
Word count
886
Language
English
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None

Summary

VPNs, or virtual private networks, provide users with an encrypted connection to the internet, allowing them to mask their IP address and location for privacy, secure browsing on public WiFi, and bypass geo-restrictions or censorship. While this anonymity can be beneficial, it is also exploited by fraudsters for activities like geo-spoofing. However, VPNs are not completely anonymous due to their ineffectiveness against browser fingerprinting, which collects detailed browser and device data to identify users across sessions. This advanced identification method can detect fraudulent behavior even when users employ VPNs or incognito modes. Businesses can leverage sophisticated tools like Fingerprint Pro to identify and prevent fraud by assessing multiple browser attributes beyond IP addresses, providing a robust defense against malicious activities.