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2014: AWS Migration and Expanding Horizons

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Dr. Nima Golsharifi
OrbVPN CEO & Founder

2014 marked a pivotal transition for OrbVPN as we migrated our infrastructure to AWS and significantly expanded our user base. This year showed us that privacy and security aren't just specialist needs – they're fundamental rights that everyone should have access to.

AWS Migration​

The decision to migrate to AWS was driven by our commitment to provide reliable, scalable service to our growing user base. This transition brought:

  • Enhanced global reach
  • Improved service reliability
  • Better scalability
  • More robust backup systems

Expanding User Base​

While we maintained our invitation-based system, we saw our service attract users from diverse backgrounds:

  • Business professionals
  • International travelers
  • Remote workers
  • Privacy-conscious individuals
  • Online security enthusiasts

This diversity helped us understand different privacy needs and use cases, leading to better service for everyone.

Infrastructure Improvements​

The AWS migration allowed us to:

  • Deploy servers more rapidly
  • Implement better load balancing
  • Enhance DDoS protection
  • Improve connection speeds
  • Optimize global routing

Enhanced Features​

We introduced new features to serve our broader user base:

  • Improved server selection algorithms
  • Enhanced speed optimization
  • Better streaming support
  • More flexible connection options
  • Advanced user settings

Security Advances​

Our security measures evolved to address diverse needs:

  • Enhanced encryption protocols
  • Improved leak protection
  • Better authentication systems
  • Advanced traffic obfuscation

Service Reliability​

The AWS infrastructure brought significant improvements:

  • 99.9% uptime achievement
  • Faster connection speeds
  • Better handling of peak loads
  • Improved global accessibility

Looking Forward​

As we enter 2015, our focus is on:

  • Further AWS optimization
  • New feature development
  • Enhanced user experience
  • Expanded server locations
  • Improved streaming capabilities

A Personal Note​

This year's expansion taught us something valuable: while privacy tools began as specialized solutions, they've become essential for everyone in our connected world. Whether it's for business, travel, or personal use, everyone deserves access to secure, private internet.

To our new users from all walks of life: welcome to the OrbVPN community. To our long-time users: thank you for continuing this journey with us. Your diverse needs and feedback help us build a better service for everyone.

As we grow, we remain committed to our core principles of privacy and security, now serving a broader community of users who share our belief in the importance of digital privacy.

Dr. Nima Golsharifi
Founder, OrbVPN