Public Wi-Fi is risky for gaming and browsing because other people on the same network may be able to see unencrypted traffic, and fake hotspots can impersonate real ones. A VPN encrypts your traffic between your device and the VPN server, so others on the network cannot read it.
Staying safe on public Wi-Fi
- Turn on GamingVPN before you join the network or log in to anything.
- Only connect to networks you recognize, and confirm the name with staff.
- Use strong, unique passwords and two-factor authentication on your game and store accounts.
A VPN protects your connection, but it does not replace strong passwords or protect you from phishing.