➀ TikTok in the US has been officially banned; ➁ Users are seeking VPN solutions to bypass the block; ➂ The ban is due to national security concerns; ➃ VPNs can mask IP addresses but may not fully bypass the ban due to geolocation data.

1. The article discusses the concerns surrounding the use of free VPNs for overseas direct purchases and accessing Korean services from abroad. It highlights the potential risks of personal information collection and selling by these free VPNs. 2. It mentions the common use of VPNs among individuals for various purposes such as accessing social media, playing games, and shopping on international websites. 3. The text advises choosing VPNs that do not collect personal information to ensure privacy and security, especially for children who may be more vulnerable to inappropriate content and ads.