Tell HN: ProtonVPN Partners with TorrentLeech

by boramalper on 4/10/2025, 2:08:07 PM with 2 comments
I just received the following email from TorrentLeech, a BitTorrent tracker for piracy. While I'm not all against piracy, I find pretty desperate that Proton partners with BitTorrent trackers to push its product.

https://imgur.com/a/m9vRAMZ

> Hey $username,

> We live in crazy times, and protecting your online privacy has never been more important.

> That’s why we've teamed up with one of the biggest names in the VPN space—ProtonVPN—to bring you an exclusive deal: 64% OFF their plan plus 6 months of TorrentLeech VIP access, completely free.

> It’s the ultimate upgrade for speed, security, and peace of mind—all in one package. Why ProtonVPN is a solid upgrade:

> * Dedicated IPs = consistent, reliable connections

> * Zero speed loss during torrenting

> * 500+ servers in 63+ countries

> * Bypasses ISP throttling & buffering

> * Free remote install support

> * Connect up to 10 devices

> * Optimized for high-speed file transfers

> * Port forwarding available – no more undiscoverable errors

> If you’re ready to boost your speed and privacy with this limited-time offer, don’t miss it.

  • by 3np on 4/10/2025, 2:31:58 PM

    I wouldn't read too much into it.

    Just like how every other student startup is a Microsoft and/or Google "partner" by virtue of some program.

    For all we know it's the usual affiliate deal.

  • by mubou on 4/10/2025, 2:22:42 PM

    Torrenters are probably the #1 customer for VPNs, so advertising in places that will reach those potential customers makes perfect sense, and not desperate at all IMO.