Since 2020, remote work has become firmly established for millions of French workers. This shift has brought new security challenges that businesses and employees need to address.

The risks of remote work

Network risks

  • Connecting via a home network that is sometimes poorly secured
  • Using public Wi-Fi (cafés, coworking spaces)
  • Home routers rarely updated

Data risks

  • Work files stored on personal devices
  • Access to company servers over the public internet
  • Unintentional sharing of sensitive data

How a VPN secures remote work

Secure connection to the company network

PureVPN creates an encrypted tunnel to the company's network or cloud server, allowing protected remote access to internal resources.

Dedicated IP feature

For professionals, PureVPN offers dedicated IP addresses. This allows a company to restrict access to its resources to that fixed IP.

Professional Split Tunneling

Configure split tunneling so that:

  • Work traffic goes through the VPN
  • Personal traffic (browsing, social media) stays on your direct connection
  • Performance is optimized for both uses

Recommended setup for remote work

  1. Protocol: OpenVPN (among the most proven for security)
  2. Kill Switch: enabled (essential)
  3. DNS: VPN provider's servers exclusively
  4. Split Tunneling: work applications only through the VPN

Legal and compliance aspects

PureVPN is compatible with GDPR requirements for European businesses. Its audit-certified No-Log policy ensures that no professional connection data is retained by the provider.

Conclusion

For remote workers, a VPN is a relevant security tool. Its combination of encryption, performance, and professional features makes it a choice suited to business needs.