Shadowsocks Alternatives

Shadowsocks is described as 'A fast tunnel proxy that helps you bypass firewalls' and is a very popular VPN service in the security & privacy category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Shadowsocks for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Mac, iPhone and Linux apps. The best Shadowsocks alternative is Tor, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Shadowsocks are Proton VPN, Mullvad, OpenVPN Connect and WireGuard.

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Shadowsocks alternatives are mainly VPN Services, but if you're looking for VPN Clients or Anonymizing Networks you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Apple TV and VPN. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Shadowsocks.
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  1. Calypso icon

    Calypso

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    Calypso, formerly Kommute, is a cross platfrom file sharing client using the anonymous network MUTE. Developped using C++ and Qt. For windows and linux, portable to other environments. You can try it by following the installation instructions below.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  2. Internxt VPN icon

    Internxt VPN

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    Surf the web in complete freedom and privacy with Internxt's free VPN.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
     

  4. GAppProxy

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    GAppProxy is an open source HTTP Proxy software runs on Google App Engine.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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  6. Hitch TLS Proxy

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    Hitch is a libev-based high performance SSL/TLS proxy by Varnish Software.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  7. Astian VPN icon

    Astian VPN

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    Ultimate security: Our VPN & Firewall combo shields your data and connection. Your peace of mind, our priority.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • WireGuard
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  8. NoPorts icon

    NoPorts

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    NoPorts is a VPN alternative that simplifies and secures remote access and protects critical infrastructure for organizations of all sizes.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    With a single click of a button, the NoPorts dashboard allows you to easily create a secure connection to another device no matter where it's located.
     
  10. Surf Anonymous Free icon

    Surf Anonymous Free

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    Surf Anonymous Free functions as changing your real IP address and identity while browsing the web via delivering users fresh anonymous proxy servers. The mission of Surf Anonymous Free is Making your online activities—E-mail‚ shopping‚ chat‚ all the things you do online—private...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Main
     
  11. FlyGate VPN icon

    FlyGate VPN

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    By using public wifi, hackers can steal your password and data, threatening your account security and property security, and network service providers can query all your browsing records.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  12. ZENSHIELD - Fast VPN Proxy IP icon

    ZENSHIELD - Fast VPN Proxy IP

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    Are you afraid that your online activities are no longer safe from online threats? Will you like to protect your identity and switch to private browsing for a safer online experience? ZenShield is a mobile app designed to offer you a secure, fast, and seamless online browsing...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
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  13. Robo VPN Pro icon

    Robo VPN Pro

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    High-Speed VPN service. Built using cloud technology. Most servers are free to use. Just simply click one button, you can access the Internet securely and anonymously.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  14. PD-Proxy

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    Unblock sites using our services. We are offering Virtual Private Network (VPN) Servers and Premium Socks4/5 or HTTP Proxies, private PHP Proxies to secure your internet identity for a safer browsing...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  15. Hide IP NG icon

    Hide IP NG

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    Hide IP can hide your IP address and protect you from anybody who want to monitor your reading interests and spy upon you.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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