NetShade Alternatives

NetShade is described as 'A proxy program which allows you to use the internet anonymously. You can choose between a direct connection, a connection to a public proxy or a connection to the Netshade proxy' and is an app in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to NetShade for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone and Linux apps. The best NetShade alternative is Tor, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like NetShade are Proton VPN, Mullvad, Windscribe and I2P.

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  1. Tor icon

    Tor

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    Tor is free software and an open network that helps you defend against traffic analysis, a form of network surveillance that threatens personal freedom and privacy, confidential business activities and relationships, and state security.

    62 Tor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    • Almost everyone thinks Tor is a great NetShade alternative.

    • Tor is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to NetShade.

    • Tor is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to NetShade.

    • Tor is Free and Open SourceNetShade is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Tor is Security-focused and Privacy focusedNetShade is not according to our users
  2. Proton VPN icon

    Proton VPN

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    Proton VPN provides Swiss-based online security with a high-speed network, free version, and advanced features like VPN Accelerator, AES-256 encryption, a no-logs policy, and support for platforms including PCs and smartphones, enabling content access globally.

    232 Proton VPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Android TV
    • Flatpak
    • Fire TV
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    • Proton VPN is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to NetShade.

    • Proton VPN is Freemium and Open SourceNetShade is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Proton VPN is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightNetShade is not according to our users
  4. Mullvad icon

    Mullvad

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    Mullvad is a VPN service that helps keep your online activity, identity, and location private.

    223 Mullvad alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • WireGuard
    • Tor
    • OpenWrt
    • Tomato
    • pfSense
    • DD-WRT
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    • Mullvad is the most popular Web-based alternative to NetShade.

    • Mullvad is the most popular commercial alternative to NetShade.

    • Mullvad is Paid and Open SourceNetShade is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Mullvad is Privacy focused and LightweightNetShade is not according to our users
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    CyberGhost VPN

    CyberGhost VPN encrypts your internet traffic and bypasses geo-restrictions. It supports multiple devices with a strict no-logs policy and over 7,000 servers worldwide. Features include an automatic kill switch, streaming optimiz...

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  6. Windscribe icon

    Windscribe

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    Windscribe is a desktop application and browser extension that work together to block ads and trackers, restore access to blocked content and help you safeguard your privacy online.

    217 Windscribe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Apple TV
    • F-Droid
    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  7. I2P icon

    I2P

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    The I2P network provides strong privacy protections for communication over the Internet. Many activities that would risk your privacy on the public Internet can be conducted anonymously inside I2P.

    46 I2P alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
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  8. Hyphanet icon

    Hyphanet

     182 likes
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    Hyphanet (former Freenet) is free software which lets you anonymously share files, browse and publish "freesites".

    52 Hyphanet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  10. Psiphon icon

    Psiphon

     249 likes
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    Enjoy unfiltered Internet access globally using Psiphon's open-source VPN. It offers AES-256 encryption, split tunneling, WireGuard support, and more, all without requiring user registration. Perfect for communities in censored regions and those seeking privacy-focused alternatives.

    193 Psiphon alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  12. IVPN icon

    IVPN

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    IVPN is a commercial VPN service focused on multihop VPN connections and that does not log any data relating to their customers activities.

    122 IVPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Tomato
    • pfSense
    • DD-WRT
    • OpenVPN
    • WireGuard
    • OpenWrt
    • OPNsense
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  13. Hotspot Shield icon

    Hotspot Shield

     359 likes
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    Secure your digital life with a fast VPN offering encryption, anonymity, and access to global content. Hotspot Shield provides free and unlimited versions with no-logs policy, malware protection, support for multiple devices, and a broad country network.

    225 Hotspot Shield alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
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  14. Outline VPN icon

    Outline VPN

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    Journalists need safe access to information to research issues, communicate with sources, and report the news. Outline lets news organizations easily provide their network safer access to the open internet.

    190 Outline VPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Homebrew
    • F-Droid
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    CyberGhost VPN

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    CyberGhost VPN encrypts your internet traffic and bypasses geo-restrictions. It supports multiple devices with a strict no-logs policy and over 7,000 servers worldwide. Features include an automatic kill switch, streaming optimized servers, ad and malware blocking, and customizable security settings.

    233 CyberGhost VPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Android TV
    • Google TV
    • Fire TV
    • Mozilla Firefox
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