Security & Privacy
Frequently asked questions about security & privacy.
What encryption is used?+
- Whirlwind Accelerator uses AES-256 encryption.
- AES-256 is a military-grade standard.
- All user data is strongly encrypted.
- Intercepted data cannot be decrypted.
- Keys are negotiated and rotated automatically.
What is the zero-log policy?+
- Zero-log means no browsing records.
- No browsing history or content is recorded.
- No connection time or traffic logs are stored.
- Only basic account info is kept.
- The policy is verified by independent audits.
Will my privacy be leaked?+
- Dual mechanisms protect your privacy.
- Encryption secures data in transit.
- Zero-log means nothing to leak.
- No data is sold to third parties.
- Privacy regulations are strictly followed.
Which security protocols are supported?+
- Multiple mainstream protocols are supported.
- WireGuard offers performance and security.
- OpenVPN offers compatibility and safety.
- IKEv2 suits mobile reconnection.
- Switch freely in settings.
How to tell if it is secure?+
- Check the current encryption protocol.
- Confirm the encryption status icon is on.
- Check whether the log policy is zero-log.
- Look for AES-256 strong encryption.
- Check third-party security audits.
Is public WiFi safe to use?+
- Public WiFi usually lacks encryption.
- Open Whirlwind Accelerator after connecting.
- Click connect to build an encrypted tunnel.
- The tunnel prevents eavesdropping.
- It avoids man-in-the-middle attacks.