I implemented the SOCKS5 proxy, and I hardly get any. Shifted from ProtonVPN to Mullvad; rock solid connection; great app. Totally worth the investment. ProtonVPN's app is clunky, and I am not happy with it. Besides, zero Linux support despite the premium charge. I am not affiliated with Mullvad, but this represents an excellent value for money. I still have to try Windscribe. I have heard good things about them.