Yup, using a VPN in France is totally legal. Tons of people and businesses use them every day to stay private and secure. Just remember: doing illegal stuff with a VPN is still illegal. That includes copyright violations (hello, HADOPI), fraud, infringement, and violating terms of use, among other things.

Most VPNs cost between €2 and €12 per month, depending on features and plan length. Look out for deals around holidays or big sales events. Many services (including Windscribe) also offer money-back guarantees, so you can try before committing. Windscribe’s pricing starts as low as $3 USD per month.

You sure can. Windscribe can automatically activate when you connect to untrusted networks, like open Wi-Fi at Charles de Gaulle, coworking spaces, or your local café. That way, you’re always protected without having to think about it.

Indirectly, yes. Charging stations can be risky if they allow data transfer through USB - something known as “juice jacking.” A VPN doesn’t block that directly, but it encrypts any data transmitted over the network while you’re charging. Combine it with a charge-only cable or USB data blocker for full peace of mind.

Use UDP if you want faster speeds for streaming, gaming, or video calls. It’s lighter and quicker. Use TCP if your connection is unstable or you’re doing secure stuff like online banking or document transfers. If things aren’t working right, switching protocols is one of the easiest fixes. Windscribe lets you choose, or you can let it auto-select based on what works best for your connection.