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With Google and Firefox apparently thinking about offering a premium version of their browsers, the thought of paying for a browser is still something that many people think of as absurd. However, Puffin has been applying this business model since it was released in 2010 and it has more than 100 million users. By running and rendering websites in the cloud, Puffin is faster than other browsers, consumes less RAM, and is completely secure. Puffin uses a proprietary compression algorithm to transmit web data that saves up to 90% of bandwidth. So, although you need to pay for a subscription to use the service, you may actually save some money on your internet bill overall, especially on your mobile phone data usage. Like its namesake, Puffin spends most of its time in the cloud and 'flies' fast.

Sometimes we delete a file by mistake. Other times, our devices fail us by malfunctioning without notice. Whatever the reason, there's always a point where we need to restore a deleted file. In the past, users were forced to use expensive services where they had to pay up front without any guarantee their data would be restored. Nowadays, it's possible to download a piece of software and do it yourself in the comfort of your home and ask for a refund if it doesn't work. Tenorshare UltData is one of those programs that makes the process of recovering deleted files so easy that anyone can do it. The company advertises that it only takes three easy steps to restore data, and they're not lying. Of course, finding deleted files and restoring them to a fully working state are two different things. That's why we tested UltData several times to understand how reliable this data recovery software is. Tenorshare's price is pretty affordable, and there's a 30-day money-back guarantee in place.

Based in Germany, one of the strictest countries when it comes to data protection laws, Tuta makes sure that all your emails are safe by applying end-to-end encryption on all your messages. Moreover, even your inbox is fully encrypted, ensuring that nobody can see your contact list and calendar. In other words, nobody (not even Tuta itself) can get access to your communications, contacts, or saved appointments. Tuta is available for both desktop and mobile, and it's completely free for as long as you want. However, taking into account the perks and the low price of $1.10 per month, going premium is certainly worth considering.

Zoom Workplace is built for individuals and teams looking to bring video meetings, chat, calendars, notes, and collaboration tools into one platform.

Its AI Companion adds meeting summaries, action items, and follow-ups, while the wider suite includes whiteboards, documents, spreadsheets, and other productivity tools.

Users can start with the limited free Basic plan, which supports meetings with up to 100 participants for 40 minutes and includes limited AI and productivity features. Pro costs $16.99 per user per month, a 16% savings compared with monthly billing. Paid plans include core AI Companion features without a separate per-seat fee.

With the rise of online security concerns, various secure email services have recently popped up to join the handful of veterans who have been providing these services for years. Founded in 1999, Hushmail is certainly one of the latter. Hushmail enables its users to exchange encrypted emails through OpenPGP – the most widely-used email encryption standard – in a very simple manner. While other email services require that a password be created in order to send secure messages to contacts, encryption is automatic between Hushmail users. This provider focuses on business users, particularly within the healthcare field, as it complies with the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA). Still, it offers a personal-use package that costs $4.17 per month with a 14-day free trial. Unfortunately, it lacks some of the common features such as a calendar, but it compensates for its shortcomings with its user-friendly and straightforward interface.

Demio was created by two marketers who were running webinars every single week. Since they were facing difficulties most of the time, they decided there had to be a better way to speak with their audience and came up with new web conferencing software that's highly focused on user-friendliness. The result was a product that makes running webinars a piece of cake, as proclaimed by its users. Of course, usability is not enough to make an excellent product. That's why Demio doesn't shy away from having a thorough list of features and excellent customer support. There isn't a free version of the service, but interested users can test the software through the 14-day free trial and the 30-day money-back guarantee.

You really need to be 'Brave' if you want to change the game in such a well-established market such as the browser industry. Created in 2016 and co-founded by the creator of JavaScript – who also helped to found Mozilla – that's exactly what Brave wants to do. Not only does it protect its users' privacy with its no-log policy, but it also offers a wide variety of built-in protection shields. However, that's not the only thing Brave stands out for amongst the most popular browsers; it wants to transform the online advertising system as well. By combining an ad blocker and serving its own (optional) ads, Brave shares its revenue with both the publishers and the users, taking only 15% for itself. Brave's logo is a lion, and it has everything it needs to become the king of the browser jungle.

NordPass Personal stands out as an accessible and user-friendly password manager, providing a convenient solution for storing, organizing, and securing sensitive information in a single location.

With a strong emphasis on privacy with the implementation of end-to-end xChaCha20 encryption, NordPass emerges as a trustworthy and secure option for those seeking to enhance their online security.

Due to its experience in the VPN industry with NordVPN, Nord Security knows well the dangers lurking in all corners of the internet. Therefore, it's no surprise that the company opted for zero-knowledge architecture, making it impossible for anyone to access information saved in a vault that's not their own. What's more, NordPass comes with a password generator that goes up to 60 characters, autofill, and dark web monitoring.

The software is available on desktop and mobile, with synchronization across devices through a secure connection. Having a free version with standard features and more advanced paid plans, NordPass Personal caters to many kinds of users. It's certainly a cost-effective option with prices starting at just $1.29 per month. Plus, users get to enjoy a 30-day free trial and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Rumors of the demise of the fax have been greatly exaggerated: some businesses still use fax constantly. And if you deal with any of them, you'll need it too – that's why online fax services are still so popular. Fax.Plus is a relatively fresh addition to the market. Formed in Switzerland in 2015, Fax.Plus proudly states it's the highest-rated online fax service. This is undoubtedly due to the well-designed and stylishly simplistic dashboard and intuitive mobile apps that allow users to send faxes on the go. Beyond this, the company offers unlimited storage, additional e-signatures, and the option of having dedicated toll-free or vanity fax numbers.

Fax.Plus is also extremely reliable and secure, as it complies with all the main data management and security regulations. There are five different pricing tiers available, including an enterprise option aimed at fax power users, which includes 3,000 pages per month. With all the different subscriptions to choose from, there's something for every kind of user. The company even provides a free version that allows you to send ten free faxes.