Hide.me

What Hide.me does

Hide.me is a consumer and small-business VPN service operated by eVenture Ltd., a privately held company incorporated in Labuan, Malaysia under registration number LL09685. Founded in 2012 by Sebastian Schaub, the company offers encrypted internet connectivity, IP masking, censorship circumvention, and multi-platform privacy protection. Its infrastructure is self-managed, spanning 2,600+ servers in 91+ locations across 57 countries on 10 Gbps capacity, with protocol support for WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, SoftEther, and SSTP, plus proprietary Bolt fast-proxy technology, Multihop Double VPN, StealthGuard app control, SmartGuard ad/malware blocking, split tunneling, dynamic port forwarding, and full native IPv6. Independent no-logs audits by DefenseCode (2015) and Securitum (2024), along with VPN Trust Initiative accreditation, underpin a privacy-first brand positioned outside the Fourteen Eyes intelligence alliance.

The business runs on a freemium model: a permanently free tier (10GB/month, no signup, 8 server locations) feeds a self-serve premium subscription stack priced from $2.59/month on a 27-month plan to $11.99/month monthly, with up to 10 simultaneous devices per account and a 30-day money-back guarantee. A separate Business VPN SKU sells per-employee accounts from $5/account/month for 30+ seats, with pay-as-you-go billing, a Windows SDK, account automation API, and dedicated client success management. Distribution combines direct website self-serve, mobile app stores, browser extensions, and router partners (GL.iNet, Asus, MikroTik, FRITZ!Box) with affiliate (up to 30% lifetime recurring) and reseller (25% discount, $250 deposit, API) programs. The company reports 30 million+ users served since inception, is featured in Forbes, PCMag, ZDNet, TechRadar, Tom's Guide, and PCWorld, and maintains a small 11-50 person organization.

Name

Hide.me

Legal name

eVenture Ltd.

Website

https://hide.me

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hide.me is a Malaysia-based VPN service by eVenture Ltd. that delivers encrypted internet privacy and censorship circumvention to individual consumers and small businesses across 57 countries, using self-managed 2,600+ servers and proprietary Bolt fast-proxy technology under a freemium subscription model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Virtual Private Network (VPN) Software

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813)

akta.pro primary industry

Network Security Services (Firewall/VPN/ZTNA/SASE Integration) (BPAEAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

VPN & Remote Access Gateways (HDADABAD)

Keywords

• Virtual private network
• Consumer VPN services
• Business VPN solutions
• Encrypted internet privacy
• VPN security software

Headquarters

HQ city

Labuan

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Premium VPN Subscriptions: Paid subscription plans for individual users. Plans include 1-month ($11.99), 12-months ($54.99), and 27-months ($69.99 with 3 extra months). Renews at same price and duration. Supports up to 10 simultaneous device connections.
2. Free VPN (Freemium): Completely free VPN with 10GB monthly data transfer, no signup or payment required. Same security as paid plans. Serves as top-of-funnel for premium conversion.
3. Business VPN: Enterprise VPN solution with unique credentials per employee, pay-as-you-go billing, dedicated client success manager, and API for account automation. Pricing starts at $5/account/month for 30+ accounts.
4. Affiliate Commissions: Partners earn recurring commissions (25-30%) for referring paying customers. Lifetime revenue share model.
5. Reseller Program: Resellers purchase accounts at 25% discount (pay 75% of actual price) and resell to end customers. Initial deposit of $250 required with pay-as-you-go model.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hide.me operates a global virtual private network service that encrypts internet traffic, masks IP addresses, and bypasses censorship for individual and business users. The product portfolio spans a free VPN tier requiring no signup, premium consumer subscriptions with up to 10 simultaneous device connections, a Business VPN with per-employee credentials and API automation, and supporting Free Proxy and SOCKS Proxy services. The service runs on a self-managed network of 2,600+ servers in 91+ locations across 57 countries with 10 Gbps capacity.

Product overview

Hide.me is a VPN service provider operated by Malaysia-based eVenture Ltd, offering a comprehensive portfolio of privacy and security products. The core offering is the Hide.me VPN Premium service (paid) alongside a permanently free Hide.me Free VPN tier with unlimited data and 8 server locations. Advanced features include Bolt (proprietary fast proxy), SmartGuard (ad/malware blocking), Multihop Double VPN, StealthGuard, and split tunneling. The product line spans native apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Android TV, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, plus browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, and router configurations for GL.iNet, Asus, MikroTik, and FRITZ!Box. Beyond consumer VPN, Hide.me offers a Business VPN solution with dedicated servers, per-employee credentials, a Windows SDK, and an API for workflow automation. Additional offerings include a Free Proxy service, an affiliate program, and a reseller program. The ecosystem is complemented by free security tools: DNS Leak Test, WebRTC Leak Test, Password Generator, and IP check tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• hide.me Business VPN: Enterprise VPN solution with unique credentials per employee, API automation, dedicated servers, and SME discounts.
• hide.me VPN Reseller Program
• hide.me Affiliate Program
• SmartGuard
• Bolt

Products and services

• Hide.me Premium VPN Subscription-based VPN service for individual consumers providing encrypted internet connections, IP masking, multi-protocol support (WireGuard, OpenVPN, IKEv2, SoftEther, SSTP), up to 10 simultaneous devices, and access to all server locations with unlimited data.
• Hide.me Free VPN Free tier of the Hide.me VPN service offering 10GB monthly data transfer, no signup or payment required, access to 8 server locations, and the same no-logs security standards as paid plans.
• Hide.me Business VPN Enterprise VPN solution providing unique credentials per employee, pay-as-you-go billing starting at $5/account/month for 30+ accounts, dedicated client success manager, Windows SDK, and API for workflow automation. Targeted at organizations from freelancers to large enterprises needing secure remote work.
• Hide.me Free Proxy Free proxy service available across Windows, Android, iOS, macOS, and Linux platforms plus Smart TV, providing basic IP masking without the full encryption of the VPN tunnel.
• Hide.me SOCKS Proxy SOCKS proxy service for premium users providing an additional layer of anonymity for specific applications without full VPN encryption.

Quantifiable outcome

• Independent audit confirms zero-log policy (Securitum, June 2024)
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core and minor.

• FreifonstrategicTechnology or Integration · 1 July 2025Hide.me partnered with Freifon to provide stronger mobile privacy and secure internet access on the go. Freifon is a privacy-focused mobile OS that integrates hide.me VPN for enhanced mobile security.
• StartpagestrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 May 2024Hide.me partnered with Startpage, a private search engine, to provide users with direct access to private search functionality. This collaboration integrates Startpage's privacy-focused search within hide.me's ecosystem.
• VPN Trust Initiative (VTI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 September 2023Hide.me is a founding member and VTI certified provider of the VPN Trust Initiative, an industry coalition focused on improving VPN trust and transparency standards. VTI accreditation confirms hide.me meets trust principles for privacy, security, and business practices.
• Valiance eSportsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 September 2022Hide.me acquired Croatian eSports organization Valiance. Hide.me became the main jersey sponsor and the acquisition supports hide.me's gaming-focused marketing, targeting the large gaming community that uses VPN services.
• Kanaria NFTminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 February 2022Hide.me partnered with Kanaria NFT platform to release NFT collectibles. Multiple successful collaborations released NFT items including the Legendary Guy Fawkes Mask which sold out in hours.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Proton VPN: Proton VPN is a Swiss-based consumer and business VPN service operated by Proton AG, offering a similar freemium model, audited no-log policy, and strong privacy positioning. Direct competitor across privacy-focused consumer and SMB segments.
• NordVPN: NordVPN is the largest consumer VPN brand by recognition, owned by Nord Security (Lithuania). Directly competes with Hide.me on consumer privacy, streaming unblocking, multi-protocol support, and global server footprint.
• ExpressVPN: ExpressVPN is a premium consumer VPN brand owned by Kape Technologies, marketed on speed and unblocking. Competes with Hide.me in the consumer premium segment and increasingly in the privacy/audited no-log positioning.
• Surfshark: Surfshark is a consumer VPN service also owned by Nord Security, positioned on affordability and unlimited devices. Direct competitor to Hide.me's consumer and multi-device value proposition.
• Windscribe: Windscribe is a Canada-based VPN service offering a free tier with monthly data allowance and a paid plan, similar to Hide.me's freemium positioning. Direct competitor in the freemium consumer VPN category.
• TunnelBear: TunnelBear is a consumer VPN owned by McAfee, known for a simple UX and a free tier with monthly data cap. Comparable to Hide.me on simplicity, free-tier funnel strategy, and consumer privacy branding.
• Mullvad VPN: Mullvad VPN is a Sweden-based privacy-focused VPN with anonymous account creation and a flat €5/month pricing model. Competes with Hide.me for the most privacy-conscious users and journalists/activists segment.
• CyberGhost VPN: CyberGhost is a large consumer VPN service owned by Kape Technologies with broad global server coverage and streaming-optimized servers. Direct competitor to Hide.me across consumer and SMB VPN use cases.
• Private Internet Access (PIA): PIA is a long-established consumer VPN service owned by Kape Technologies, emphasizing privacy, court-proven no logs, and value pricing. Direct competitor to Hide.me across consumer privacy and SMB use cases.

Emerging players

• IVPN: IVPN is a smaller, Gibraltar-based privacy-focused VPN targeting security-conscious users and journalists. Comparable to Hide.me on privacy-first positioning and audited no-logs, though significantly smaller in scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/thevpncompany
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCaK_HWlsCg5hSVi5BTlgv6w
• Facebookfacebook.com/www.hide.me
• TikToktiktok.com/@hide.me_deutschland
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eventure-ltd

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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