ViperNews
ViperNews is a Usenet provider with three affordable periodic plans – VIPER10 (€1.79/mo, 10 Mbit/s), VIPER50 (€2.69/mo, 50 Mbit/s), and VIPERUNL (€3.59/mo, unlimited) – plus three non-expiring block packages (500 GB to 2,000 GB). All plans include TLS/SSL encryption, posting access, and a no-log policy. Account sharing with family or friends is explicitly permitted. Seven-day free trial with no limitations.
Go to Provider →Backbone
A Usenet backbone forms the physical "backbone" of the Usenet infrastructure, on which the actual newsgroups and files (binaries) are stored.
Backbone
Uzo Reto
Server Location
Choose the server location closest to you. Users in the USA get the best speeds when the provider also has servers in the USA. For users in Europe, European servers are recommended.
Server
EU
Jurisdiction and Privacy
Not only technical encryption protects your data, but above all the laws at the provider's location. There are massive differences here:
The US Risk (CLOUD Act & FISA): US companies are legally obligated to grant US authorities access to data. This applies even when servers are located in Europe. Many US providers advertise that they don't store logs. However, in the USA, authorities can force companies to activate surveillance for specific users retroactively – the company's promise is overridden by law.
The Advantage of EU Providers: In these countries, strict data protection laws (GDPR) apply. Government access is subject to high barriers and court orders. There is no automatic "reach-through" by intelligence agencies.
Privacy
Secure
Abuse Procedure
A DMCA Notice is the formal notification from a rights holder to a platform that content infringes their copyright. Takedown refers to the subsequent action of the platform operator to promptly remove this content to avoid liability. The Notice is the trigger, the Takedown is the result.
Abuse
Notice & Takedown
Payment Methods
Whether PayPal, credit card or other options: Especially for international providers, the available payment methods differ. In the comparison, you can filter by this directly.
Payment Methods
PayPal, CreditCard, Crypto
Retention Time
Retention indicates how long posts remain available on the servers. Depending on the provider and backbone, this can vary greatly. If you value the longest possible availability, this filter is particularly useful.
Retention
5+ Years
Protection
If you want to try a provider first, plans with a trial period or money-back guarantee are ideal. This reduces the risk and makes getting started easier.
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
Trustpilot Ratings
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Trustpilot
Plans & PricingPlans & Pricing Compared
Viper10
$ 21.48 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 10 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 5
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Viper10
Speed
10 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
5
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$21.48 total
Duration: 12 months
Viper10
$ 12.54 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: 10 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 5
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Viper10
Speed
10 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
5
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$12.54 total
Duration: 6 months
Viper50
$ 32.28 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: 50 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 20
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Viper50
Speed
50 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
20
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$32.28 total
Duration: 12 months
Viper10
Speed: 10 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 5
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Viper10
Speed
10 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
5
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
Viper50
$ 19.14 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: 50 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 20
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Viper50
Speed
50 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
20
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$19.14 total
Duration: 6 months
ViperUNL
$ 43.08 total, Duration: 12 months
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 40
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
ViperUNL
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
40
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$43.08 total
Duration: 12 months
Viper50
Speed: 50 Mbit/s
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 20
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
Viper50
Speed
50 Mbit/s
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
20
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
ViperUNL
$ 25.14 total, Duration: 6 months
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 40
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
ViperUNL
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
40
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
$25.14 total
Duration: 6 months
ViperUNL
Speed: Unlimited
Data: Unlimited Data
Connections: 40
Protection: Money-Back Guarantee
ViperUNL
Speed
Unlimited
Data
Unlimited Data
Connections
40
Protection
Money-Back Guarantee
monthly
Block 500 GB
$2.80 / 100 GB
Speed: Unlimited
Data: 500 GB
Connections: 40
Protection: binding plan
Block 500 GB
Speed
Unlimited
Data
500 GB
Connections
40
Protection
binding plan
Block 1000 GB
$2.40 / 100 GB
Speed: Unlimited
Data: 1000 GB
Connections: 40
Protection: binding plan
Block 1000 GB
Speed
Unlimited
Data
1000 GB
Connections
40
Protection
binding plan
Block 2000 GB
$2.15 / 100 GB
Speed: Unlimited
Data: 2000 GB
Connections: 40
Protection: binding plan
Block 2000 GB
Speed
Unlimited
Data
2000 GB
Connections
40
Protection
binding plan
All About ViperNews
ViperNews offers Usenet access at one of the lowest price points on the market: the entry plan VIPER10 starts at €1.79 per month with unlimited download volume – though at a throttled speed of 10 Mbit/s. The provider's focus is simplicity, fairness, and transparency: all plans include posting, TLS/SSL encryption, and a clear no-log policy. Account sharing is permitted, and a 7-day free trial with no limitations allows a complete pre-subscription evaluation.
Periodic Plans: VIPER10, VIPER50, VIPERUNL
VIPER10 – €1.79/month at 10 Mbit/s with 5 connections. Unlimited download volume. One of the most affordable flatrate options in the Usenet market.
VIPER50 – €2.69/month at 50 Mbit/s with 20 connections. Sufficient for most DSL and cable connections at a very fair price.
VIPERUNL – €3.59/month (marketed as "best value") with unlimited speed and 40 connections. Recommended for fiber users or those with high download volumes.
Block Packages: Non-Expiring Quotas
Three non-expiring block packages: 500 GB (€13.99), 1,000 GB (€23.99), 2,000 GB (€42.99) – all with unlimited speed and 40 connections. Ideal for occasional users without monthly commitment.
7-Day Free Trial Without Restrictions
A 7-day free trial with no limitations – full speed, full volume, no restricted features. Complete evaluation before subscribing.
TLS/SSL Encryption and No-Log Policy
TLS/SSL-encrypted connections for all access. The provider explicitly states: "We will never log which news articles you read" – a direct no-log commitment.
Account Sharing and Posting
Account sharing with family or friends is explicitly permitted – reducing effective per-user costs. Posting is included and enabled by default on all plans.
Who is ViperNews for?
ViperNews offers Usenet access at one of the lowest price points on the market – from €1.79/month – with unlimited volume, TLS/SSL encryption, a no-log policy, and a 7-day free trial without restrictions. Permitted account sharing, non-expiring block packages, and a direct privacy commitment make ViperNews an attractive option for budget-conscious and occasional users alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest ViperNews plan?
VIPER10 at €1.79/month with 10 Mbit/s, 5 connections, and unlimited volume.
Does ViperNews offer block packages?
Yes – 500 GB (€13.99), 1,000 GB (€23.99), and 2,000 GB (€42.99), all non-expiring with unlimited speed.
Is account sharing allowed at ViperNews?
Yes, ViperNews explicitly permits account sharing with family or friends.
Is there a free trial at ViperNews?
Yes – a 7-day free trial with no limitations (full speed, full volume).
Does ViperNews log download activity?
No – ViperNews explicitly states: "We will never log which news articles you read."