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Guoda Šulcaitė

Guoda is an all-round marketing professional with deep knowledge in the tech SaaS industry, particularly VPNs and proxies. She has worked on numerous projects and helped achieve impressive results through project management, content production, and SEO.

40 articles published by this author

VPN Guides & Tutorials

5 min read

Are VPNs Legal? Countries That Allow or Ban Them

VPNs protect your online privacy by hiding your internet connection. These tools help people stay safe online by blocking others from seeing what you do on the web.

Users can get around geographical restrictions and keep personal information safer and much harder to track. The question is: are VPNs legal?

Their legal status varies in different parts of the world. Some countries welcome VPNs as valuable tools for protection and convenience, and others have VPN bans or strict rules about using them. As a result, you should check the government laws before using a VPN to stay out of trouble.

Guoda Šulcaitė
Tech Tips & Troubleshooting

6 min read

How to Detect Spyware on iPhone: Signs & What to Do

Key takeaways:

  • Regularly look at your app permissions and data usage to spot unfamiliar and hidden apps early.
  • Most unauthorized access is actually password theft, so make sure you protect your Apple ID to stop remote monitoring and help detect spyware attempts.
  • If you can't detect spyware but still see suspicious behavior, a factory reset is the safest way to clear spyware on iPhone, provided you do not restore from a backup created after the spyware was installed.

    • We keep a lot of private information in our pockets, so it’s normal that many people worry about spyware on their iPhone. The good news is that device-level spyware is rare on iPhones due to Apple’s high security. It’s hard for hackers to install malicious software unless they have your device in their hands or you are a high-value target.

    Guoda Šulcaitė
    Cybersecurity & Privacy

    3 min read

    Can a VPN be Tracked by The Government?

    Key takeaways:

  • A VPN provider with a solid no-logs policy and strong encryption makes it much harder for the government to track your real IP or browsing history.
  • Websites can still track user activity with cookies and other scripts, even with a VPN tunnel.
  • Free or untrustworthy VPN providers often collect connection logs or use monitoring software, making it easier for the police to trace users.

    • Using a VPN might make you feel invisible online, but the government or the police can find traces of you if they employ the needed resources for it, since tracking IPs is not the only way to recognize your profile online..

    Many people turn to a VPN provider hoping to make their online activities private. But the truth is, it’s a bit messier than that. You’re surely a lot safer with it than without it, but not entirely untouchable.

    Guoda Šulcaitė
    Streaming & Bypass Guides

    7 min read

    15+ Best 123Movies Alternatives (Free & Legal) in 2025

    Key takeaways:

  • Free and legal alternatives like Tubi TV, Crackle, and Popcornflix offer ad-supported streaming without legal risks.
  • Popular free sites like FMovies, SolarMovie, and Putlocker remain popular but aren’t supported worldwide.
  • Paid platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and HBO Max provide secure, high-quality streaming options, but content depends on licenses.
  • VPNs, ad blockers, and privacy-focused browsers help avoid suspicious or clone sites and keep your connections secure.

    • Free streaming platforms have long been popular for watching movies and TV shows, with 123Movies once being one of the most well-known sites, offering thousands of options. Popularity, however, wasn't enough to save 123Movies from being shut down due to copyright violations.

    Guoda Šulcaitė
    Streaming & Bypass Guides

    6 min read

    10 Best Stream2Watch Alternatives in 2025: Free & Paid Options

    Key takeaways:

  • Free sites like SportSurge or StreamEast are accessible but unstable, while paid options like ESPN+ or DAZN deliver reliable HD streams.
  • Free platforms carry risks like malware and legal issues; paid services are secure and licensed.
  • Free sites cover many sports but inconsistently, while paid services focus on licensed, steady coverage.
  • VPNs like CometVPN, NordVPN, or ExpressVPN help bypass regional restrictions.
  • Free works for budget users; paid suits those wanting stable, high-quality, legal streams.

    • Guoda Šulcaitė