Repeated checks over time passed
Obscura is a privacy-first VPN: your IP only touches its ingress, encrypted packets exit via independent Mullvad servers, QUIC-based stealth, anonymous signup & Bitcoin LN pay.
Obscura VPN is a vpn service that accepts Monero, Lightning, and Fiat. It has a guaranteed no-KYC policy and has a score of 9/10. There are 6 user ratings averaging 4.7/5.
Scores
- Guaranteed no KYC
- Terms explicitly state KYC will never be requested.
- Service Termination Policy 0 -4
The service provider can terminate access to services at any time without notice, at their sole discretion.
The service provider can terminate access to services at any time without notice, at their sole discretion.
0 Privacy-4 Trust - No-refund policy 0 -3
The service does not offer refunds, having a no-refund policy.
The service does not offer refunds, having a no-refund policy.
0 Privacy-3 Trust - Guaranteed no KYC +25 0
Terms explicitly state KYC will never be requested.
- Identity-Free registration +10 0
Users can create accounts without giving personal information (such as full name, address or phone number). Note that some services might initially allow this, but they may subsequently request personal information (i.e. Automated flagging systems, Shotgun KYC...).
Users can create accounts without giving personal information (such as full name, address or phone number). Note that some services might initially allow this, but they may subsequently request personal information (i.e. Automated flagging systems, Shotgun KYC...).
+10 Privacy0 Trust - Verified 0 +10
Passed repeated checks over time and showed consistent behavior. Read more about the listing statuses.
Passed repeated checks over time and showed consistent behavior. Read more about the listing statuses.
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0 Privacy+10 Trust - Strict no-log policy +5 +3
The service has a strict no-log policy, which means that it does not collect or store any information about its users.
The service has a strict no-log policy, which means that it does not collect or store any information about its users.+5 Privacy+3 Trust - Accepts Monero +5 0
This service accepts Monero, a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that provides enhanced anonymity.
This service accepts Monero, a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that provides enhanced anonymity.
+5 Privacy0 Trust - Has Onion or I2P URLs +5 0
Onion (Tor) and I2P URLs enhance privacy and anonymity.
- Split-trust architecture +3 +1
The service is split across two independent providers so that neither holds a complete picture of the user. One party sees the user's real IP but cannot read their traffic; the other sees the traffic but never the user's IP. Compromising either party alone is not sufficient to de-anonymize a user; both must be subpoenaed or compromised simultaneously. This guarantee only holds if the two operators are genuinely independent; common ownership or a shared jurisdiction nullifies the architectural separation.
The service is split across two independent providers so that neither holds a complete picture of the user. One party sees the user's real IP but cannot read their traffic; the other sees the traffic but never the user's IP. Compromising either party alone is not sufficient to de-anonymize a user; both must be subpoenaed or compromised simultaneously. This guarantee only holds if the two operators are genuinely independent; common ownership or a shared jurisdiction nullifies the architectural separation.
+3 Privacy+1 Trust - Source available code 0 +4
The source code of the service (or an important part of it) is publicly available but not open-source. This allows the community to audit the service, though it doesn't guarantee security or quality.
The source code of the service (or an important part of it) is publicly available but not open-source. This allows the community to audit the service, though it doesn't guarantee security or quality.
0 Privacy+4 Trust - Legally registered 0 +2
Legally registered as Sovereign Engineering Inc. in United States 🇺🇸.
Legally registered as Sovereign Engineering Inc. in United States 🇺🇸.
0 Privacy+2 Trust - Token-based login +1 0
Users accesses the service via a secret token or account number rather than a traditional username/email and password, which improves privacy by removing the need to supply personal identifiers such as an email address or name.
Users accesses the service via a secret token or account number rather than a traditional username/email and password, which improves privacy by removing the need to supply personal identifiers such as an email address or name.
+1 Privacy0 Trust - JavaScript needed 0 0
The service requires the user to enable JavaScript in order to access and use its features.0 Privacy0 Trust - Mobile app available 0 0
The service has a mobile app available for download.
- Base score +50 +50
Overall = 60% Privacy + 40% Trust (Truncated)
Terms of Service Review
Obscura VPN provides virtual private network services utilizing blind relays. The terms state they do not log IP addresses, allow Bitcoin payments, but entail a strict no-refund policy.
Strict no refunds
The terms enforce a strict no refund policy. Payments are entirely non-refundable, and no credits are provided for unused or partial subscription periods.
No IP logging
The privacy policy explicitly states that the service does not persist, log, or otherwise store your IP address when utilizing the VPN.
Blind relay routing
The service claims that user traffic is end-to-end encrypted to a blind relay, preventing Obscura from accessing the contents of your internet traffic.
Cryptocurrency payments
Users can pay for subscriptions using Bitcoin and the Lightning Network, which avoids the data collection associated with standard fiat payment processors.
Tor onion service
The provider operates an official Tor v3 Onion Service for their website, offering a privacy-preserving method to access their site and create an account.
Arbitration opt-out
Disputes are subject to a binding arbitration clause and class action waiver in New York. However, users can opt out by providing written notice within 30 days of accepting the terms.
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Attribute "Personal info is not verified" was removed from Obscura VPN
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Attribute "Token-based login" was added to Obscura VPN
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Attribute "Split-trust architecture" was added to Obscura VPN
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Attribute "No-refund policy" was added to Obscura VPN
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Attribute "Service Termination Policy" was added to Obscura VPN
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Domain change
Service URLs updated from https://obscura.net to https://obscura.com
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KYC update
KYC level changed from 1 to 0
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Verification update
Verification status changed from APPROVED to VERIFICATION_SUCCESS
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Verification step added
"Service Testing" was added
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Attribute "Account required" was removed from Obscura VPN
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Service updated
KYC level changed from 2 to 1. Verification status changed from COMMUNITY_CONTRIBUTED to APPROVED. Added currencies: MONERO
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Attribute "Mobile app available" was added to Obscura VPN
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KYC update
KYC level changed from 1 to 2
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Description update
Description was updated
Evidence and Review History
Passed repeated checks over time and showed consistent behavior.
- 1 passed
- Last review Feb 26
- Verified Apr 25
- Operating since Feb 11, 2025
Verification Steps
- PassedService Testing
We've been testing Obscura VPN for over a month. All worked perfectly with zero issues.
Comments
It lacks some features and doesn't support Windows, but it's fast and reliable. I'm looking forward to what the future holds.
Used it for a month, it's just very solid. I don't see myself using it further when Mullvad exists.
Fast connection, stable speed, and easy to use on all devices.
Pricier than going straight to Mullvad, but it's a privacy upgrade. The trust gets split so itt kind of breaks the trust chain required in conventional VPNs.
I've used Obscura on and off for months. It's much faster than I thought it was going to be considering it has an extra hop - almost unnoticeable from a normal VPN.
The main benefit for Obscura is that Mullvad won't have both your IP address AND internet traffic. Mullvad will only know your web traffic and Obscura will only know your IP address, but neither hop has both. A strict improvement in privacy for a couple more bucks a month.
It’s works very fast, but I think it needs some improvements.