You make a fair point about privacy getting tougher, especially on public WiFi. For users
in Taiwan, 免費 VPN Chrome 擴充功能 can offer some basic protection by masking your IP and encrypting browser traffic. They’re convenient, quick to install, and useful if you mainly browse, stream, or access region-restricted sites inside Chrome. But it’s important to remember they usually protect only browser activity, not your entire device. Apps, game clients, and other software running outside Chrome typically won’t be covered.
That said, not all free VPN extensions are equal. Some reputable providers offer limited free versions with clear privacy policies, while others may log data, inject ads, or throttle speeds. In Taiwan, where internet access is generally open, most people use free Chrome VPN extensions for added privacy rather than bypassing heavy restrictions. If you want light protection on public networks, a trusted free extension can be enough. But if you care about full-device security or handle sensitive data, a proper VPN app is a much stronger choice.
