# Data-Encrypting Home Routers The Passel 'Beam' Router Prevents Your Data from Being Visible By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-06-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passel-beam References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/beam-router-encrypts-your-data-01-06-2018/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/beam-apps-computers#/) Online security has become a hot topic amongst consumers who are seeking out ways to protect themselves from potential attacks, which is seeing new products like the Passel 'Beam' router come about. Packed with encryption technology, the router is capable of masking all of your online activities to your ISP and online services to ensure that your information stays secure. The [router also comes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rtbe58u) with a subscription to the [Forcefield VPN software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aries-x-proton-vpn-blanket), which will enable users to maintain an invisible online presence when they are [away from home traveling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-7-travel-router). The Passel 'Beam' router speaks to the need for simple, upstream security solutions that can be easily implemented into a home to keep users safe from potential threats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Online Security:** The trend of consumers seeking out products to protect their online activities from potential attacks. - **Encryption Technology:** The trend of incorporating encryption technology into home routers to mask online activities and ensure data security. - **Invisible Online Presence:** The trend of providing solutions, such as the Forcefield VPN software, that enable users to maintain an invisible online presence when away from home. ### Where This Applies - **Cybersecurity:** The industry that focuses on developing and providing security solutions to protect online activities from potential threats. - **Networking Equipment:** The industry that manufactures and sells home routers and networking equipment with enhanced security features. - **Virtual Private Networks (vpns):** The industry that offers VPN software and services to ensure secure and private online connections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protective WiFi 7 Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-archer-be805.md) - [VPN-Integrated Networking Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aircove-wifi-6-vpn-router.md) - [Protective Smart Home Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-archer-axe300.md) - [Ultra-Fast Travel Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/be3600-travel-router.md) - [Minimalist Circular Router Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-router.md) - [Angular Optimized Airflow Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tplink-archer-be800.md) - [Streamlined Data Transmission Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triband-wifi-7-router.md) - [Wide-Coverage Wi-Fi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nighthawk-rs100.md) - [Interchangeable Cover Networking Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-wifi-router.md)