VPN providers

IVPN

IVPN is the closest peer to Mullvad in posture: no-account signup, audited no-logs, cash accepted.

Website

ivpn.net

KYC

no KYC — Signup uses a randomly-generated account ID, similar to Mullvad. Cash accepted.

Status

active

Fiat on-ramp

no

Payment

crypto, cash-by-mail, card

Jurisdiction

Gibraltar (operator-disclosed)

Founded

2009

Open source

yes

Custodial

no

Last verified

Jan 1, 2026

Sources

2

Overview

Strengths

• Account-ID-only signup; no email by default.
• Audited no-logs claims and open-source client.
• Strong technical posture (WireGuard, multihop, anti-tracker filtering).

Caveats

• Smaller server fleet than the largest commercial VPNs.
• Card payment leaks payer identity to the processor.
• Facts need re-verification by operator (last seeded 2026-01).

Verdict

IVPN is the closest peer to Mullvad in posture: no-account signup, audited no-logs, cash accepted. The choice between them is mostly aesthetic for users with the same threat model.

FAQ

Does IVPN require KYC?

As of Jan 1, 2026, IVPN does not require KYC for normal use. Signup uses a randomly-generated account ID, similar to Mullvad. Cash accepted.

What payment methods does IVPN accept?

IVPN accepts: crypto, cash-by-mail, card.

Where is IVPN based?

Operating jurisdiction listed as Gibraltar (operator-disclosed). This is best-known information; corporate structure can be opaque.

Sources

1. IVPN privacy policy · accessed Jan 1, 2026
2. IVPN blog · accessed Jan 1, 2026

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