A global push on 25 September
On Friday 25 September the second Defend VPNs Day of Action asks people to sign an open letter to lawmakers. The campaign, run by Fight for the Future, warns that governments in the UK, US, Australia and Brazil are already moving to limit or ban VPNs. Last year’s event drew more than 20,000 participants; this year the threats have sharpened.
Why the UK is paying attention
After the Online Safety Act forced users to upload ID for some sites, VPN downloads rose sharply. Some politicians now want to close that route. We see the same pattern elsewhere: Utah is already requiring sites to monitor suspected VPN traffic, while other US states debate age-verification rules that could expose more data. Signing the letter takes under two minutes and adds weight to the argument that privacy tools must stay legal.
What the small print means for users
Bans would hit hardest in places where VPNs already serve as lifelines against censorship. In the UK they currently let people avoid ID checks and protect data on public networks. Our VPN comparison shows dozens of services that still work here, but any new restrictions could narrow that choice quickly.
How to join in
Visit DefendVPNs.com to add your name. The open letter simply states that VPNs are essential for privacy, security and uncensored access. With fresh proposals appearing almost monthly, the campaign argues that silence now could mean fewer options later.
