2016: Innovation and Market Growth
In 2016, OrbVPN reached new heights in both technical capabilities and market presence. The year was defined by our response to increasing internet restrictions worldwide and growing public awareness about online privacy.
Platform Enhancement
Major improvements across our platforms:
- Significant speed optimizations
- Enhanced protocol selection
- Improved connection reliability
- Advanced server algorithms
- Better streaming support
Market Growth
This year saw substantial growth in several key segments:
- Corporate users
- International travelers
- Streaming enthusiasts
- Privacy-conscious consumers
- Remote workers
Infrastructure Expansion
Our AWS infrastructure continued to grow:
- New regions coverage
- Enhanced server capacity
- Improved global routing
- Better load distribution
- Advanced failover systems
Security Innovation
We strengthened our security features:
- New encryption implementations
- Enhanced protocol obfuscation
- Improved leak protection
- Advanced traffic masking
- Better kill switch functionality
Streaming Optimization
Responding to user demands, we focused on:
- Enhanced streaming speeds
- Better geo-restriction handling
- Improved server selection
- Optimized connection routes
- Reduced buffering times
Business Solutions
We expanded our business offerings:
- Advanced team management
- Enhanced billing options
- Improved admin controls
- Better usage analytics
- Dedicated support channels
Mobile Development
Significant mobile improvements:
- Enhanced battery efficiency
- Better network switching
- Improved stability
- Advanced settings
- Simplified interface
Looking Forward
Our focus for 2017 includes:
- New protocol development
- Enhanced mobile features
- Expanded server network
- Improved user interface
- Advanced security features
A Personal Note
2016 has shown us that privacy tools have become essential for everyday internet use. Whether it's protecting business communications, accessing content while traveling, or maintaining personal privacy, VPN services are now a fundamental part of online life.
The growing diversity of our user base continues to drive innovation. Each user group brings unique requirements that help us develop better solutions for everyone. From streaming enthusiasts to business users, we're committed to providing the features and reliability that each segment needs.
As we continue to grow, our commitment to privacy and security remains unchanged. In a world of increasing online surveillance and restrictions, we're proud to provide tools that help people maintain their digital freedom and privacy.
Nima Golsharifi
Founder, OrbVPN