Shadowsocks Alternatives

Shadowsocks is described as 'Secure SOCKS5 proxy with strong encryption, cross-platform support, high-speed asynchronous networking, open-source code, and easy deployment across devices' 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 Mullvad VPN, OpenVPN Connect, WireGuard and Tor VPN.

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  1. InvisiProxy (formerly Holy Unblocker LTS) is a secure web proxy service with support for many sites. Bypass filters and freely enjoy a safer private browsing experience or unblock websites on devices such as Chromebooks and at places like school or work without downloading...

    11 InvisiProxy LTS alternatives

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  2. SetupVPN icon
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    Bypass any website that has been blocked by your government, school or company with just single click. SetupVPN comes with UNLIMITED bandwidth and it is completely FREE for everyone!

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  3. Freegate icon
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    Freegate is an anti-censorship software for secure and fast Internet access. It was developed and maintained by Dynamic Internet Technology Inc. (DIT), a pioneer in censorship-circumvention operation.

    167 Freegate alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Wine
     
  4. v2rayA icon
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    A web GUI client of Project V which supports V2Ray, Xray, SS, SSR, Trojan and Pingtunnel

    11 v2rayA alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    • Debian
    • FreeBSD
     
  5. TunnlTo icon
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    TunnlTo is a Windows WireGuard VPN client built for split tunnelling.

    51 TunnlTo alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  6. Planet VPN icon
     47 likes

    Offers free VPN with no registration or personal data required, unlimited traffic, strict no-logs policy, strong military-grade encryption, high-speed servers, multi-platform compatibility, five free locations, browser security extension, and access to blocked websites or services worldwide.

    42 Planet VPN alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Android TV
     
  7. nekoray icon
     5 likes

    Qt based cross-platform GUI proxy configuration manager (backend: v2ray / sing-box)

    12 nekoray alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Debian
     
  8. Offers secure encryption, web anonymity, and no logs on public WiFi. Circumvents geo-restrictions, operates fast and unobtrusively. Supports IP v4/v6, DNS leak protection, and multiple devices with user-friendly interface.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  9. LetsVPN icon
     5 likes

    The VPN that Always Connects.

    56 LetsVPN alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  10. Lantern icon
     43 likes

    Lantern allows you to give or get access to the internet through other users around the world connected by a trust-based peer-to-peer network.

    130 Lantern alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Homebrew
     
  11. PureDome icon
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    PureDome is a corporate VPN with integrated cybersecurity, secure remote team connectivity, and data access solutions. It allows businesses to safeguard assets and boost productivity through a centralized platform.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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