Updated September 29, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
HideMy.name vs Surfshark Alert
Where HideMy.name and Surfshark Alert differ
| Compare |  HideMy.name |  Surfshark Alert |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | YesHas it | No |
| Free plan limits | 24 hours, no registration, access code by email only | 7-day free trial, 3 devices |
| Platforms | Windows, Android, iOS, MacOS, Linux, Router | Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Routers, Chromebook, Smart TVs, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation |
| Protocols | OpenVPN, WireGuard | Doh |
| Logging policy | Non-persistent connection log (random username and assigned IP) for troubleshooting only, cleared every few hours; browsing activity not recorded; email address is the only required data | No-logs policy, independently verified by Deloitte in 2023 and 2025; RAM-only server network |
| Jurisdiction | GB | NL |
| Price from | $11 | Not confirmed |
| Privacy tool type | Not confirmed | Private dns, Ad blocker, Search |
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Key differences
- Surfshark Alert scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Free plan: only HideMy.name.
- Platforms: only HideMy.name offers Router.
- Platforms: only Surfshark Alert offers Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV.
- Protocols: only HideMy.name offers OpenVPN, WireGuard.
- Protocols: only Surfshark Alert offers Doh.
- Pricing model: only HideMy.name offers Free.
Our verdict on each
HideMy.name
HideMy.name suits privacy minded shoppers who want a trial before commitment and support across desktop and mobile. You get connections on devices of 5 across server countries of 42 with protocols of OpenVPN and WireGuard plus help through support of email, phone and help centre every day.
Surfshark Alert
Surfshark Alert ranks 2 of 54 brands on monthly price, with entry costs of €2.49 a month. It suits readers who want identity alerts, private DNS and ad blocking inside a single budget account rather than a large insurance payout after fraud.
Score breakdown
| Area | HideMy.name | Surfshark Alert |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Monthly outlay of $11 with long term price of $4 shapes entry value | 9.2HigherMonthly price of €2.49, ranked 2 of 54 brands, with a 7-day trial standing in for a free plan. |
| Offer | 8.8Coverage across Windows, Android and iOS with tools of kill switch, split tunnelling and multi hop defines day to day use | 9.2HigherInsurance of $1,000,000 sits 10 of 45 brands, held up by private dns, ad blocker and search extras and chat, email and help centre support. |
| Privacy | 9.4HigherJurisdiction noted as GB with stated no logs approach shapes confidence | 8.2 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | HideMy.name | Surfshark Alert |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Netherlands |
Pick HideMy.name if, pick Surfshark Alert if
Pick HideMy.name if free plan matter most.
Pick Surfshark Alert if cost and offer matter most.
Sources behind this comparison
HideMy.name
- hidemy.name: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Surfshark Alert
- surfshark.com: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | HideMy.name | Surfshark Alert |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy tools | 15 of 280 | 8 of 280 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | HideMy.name | Surfshark Alert |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free, BudgetCovers more | Budget |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Surfshark B.V. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Netherlands |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2018 |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Chat, Email, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | HideMy.name | Surfshark Alert | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $11above the median | Not confirmed | $8 |
Median across 82 listed providers.
Pros and cons
HideMy.name
Pros
- Trial access with limits of 24 hours, no registration, access code by email only lets you check fit before paying
- Covers platforms of Windows, Android and iOS with allowance of 5 for home and travel use
- Includes privacy tools of kill switch, split tunnelling and multi hop alongside protocols of OpenVPN and WireGuard
Cons
- Server reach of 42 sits below the typical peer level of 45, which may matter for varied routing
- Device allowance of 5 sits below the peer typical level of 6.5, unlike ESET Brasil with 3 to 25
- Long term option lasts 12 with price of $4, giving a shorter commitment window than extended rivals offer
Surfshark Alert
Pros
- Monthly price of €2.49 places Surfshark Alert 2 of 54 brands in our data, near the floor of the monthly prices we compare
- Deloitte has independently audited the no-logs policy, and the server network runs in RAM rather than writing anything to disk, which is the main privacy claim to weigh
- The same Surfshark subscription covers private dns, ad blocker and search alongside identity alerts, and it runs on Windows, macOS and Linux from phones to routers and consoles, so a single vendor covers monitoring and browsing
Cons
- Phone support is not among its support channels (chat, email and help centre), which matters most when a fraud alert needs an answer the same day
- Insurance of $1,000,000 ranks 10 of 45 brands, so a bigger payout means a bigger bill, as at Norton or LifeLock
Who each suits
HideMy.name
Who it suits
- You value phone plus email help through email, phone and help centre while Ivacy offers a different support mix
- You want trial limits of 24 hours, no registration, access code by email only to assess fit while FastestVPN leans toward paid entry from the start
Who should look elsewhere
- You need far larger simultaneous use than 5, so ESET Brasil with 3 to 25 may fit better
Surfshark Alert
Who it suits
- Readers who mainly want alerts on their personal details rather than a large insurance payout, and who weigh the entry price before anything else on the plan
- People already paying for Surfshark who want alerts, private DNS, ad blocking and private search in a single account instead of separate tools
- Households that treat an audited no-logs policy and a RAM server network as part of identity protection, and who are comfortable starting on a short trial
Who should look elsewhere
- LifeLock and Norton readers who rank the insurance payout first, since LifeLock runs $10.42 to $34.99 a month and Norton $34.99 a month
- Allstate Identity Protection readers who want identity monitoring sold on its own at $3 a month rather than bundled with DNS and search
- Readers who want a standing free tier, since the free plan is no and the trial is limited to 7-day free trial, 3 devices, so testing is short
Current offers
HideMy.name
Current offer
Free trial
Test VPN access for 24 hours: 24 hours free
No registration required; access code sent by email; paid subscription required to continue after the trial
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Surfshark Alert
Current offer
Bonus
3 extra months on 24-month plans: 27 months for the price of 24 (Starter €67.23, One €75.33, One+ €121.23)
24-month Starter, One or One+ subscription; sale price applies to the first 27 months; VAT may apply
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
7-day free trial: 7 days free, then automatic paid renewal
New users only, 12- and 24-month plans, payment details required (credit card, PayPal or Apple Pay), 3 devices during trial; plus 30-day money-back guarantee
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
HideMy.name
What will you pay on the monthly plan versus the long term plan+
The monthly plan price is $11 while the long term plan price is $4 for the plan length of 12. You keep entry and renewal thinking separate, since the longer span lowers the average outlay across the term.
Where can you install it and how many devices are covered+
You can run service on platforms of Windows, Android and iOS and share use across devices of 5. That mix covers desktop, mobile and router use, so you can protect home and travel setups under the same allowance.
Surfshark Alert
How much does Surfshark Alert cost each month?+
Surfshark Alert runs at €2.49 a month and ranks 2 of 54 brands on monthly price. A budget entry price draws most readers here, and the renewal figure is worth reading before you commit to a term.
Is there a free plan or a free trial?+
There is no free plan. The free trial lasts 7 days, and 7-day free trial, 3 devices sets the terms of that look. It is a short taste of the alerts rather than a free tier you can keep.
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