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 VPN, OpenVPN Connect and Tor VPN.

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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. Astrill icon
     15 likes

    Offers secure, anonymous browsing using private encryption, bypasses censorship and firewalls, protects user activity from ISPs and third parties, encrypts all data streams, enables safe Wi-Fi use, and hides browsing history with global server access and data protection.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  2. VeePN icon
     2 likes

    VeePN is a tool to protect your identity. 2500+ servers, over 2500+ IP Addresses,42 countries, more than 50 locations are giving users opportunity to surf the Internet freely. VeePN does not collect any of your personal information and does not transfer it to any outside sources.

    158 VeePN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Apple TV
    • Opera
    • Firefox
     
  3. Freegate icon
     80 likes

    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.

    172 Freegate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Wine
     
  4. SetupVPN icon
     3 likes

    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!

    139 SetupVPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  5. PureVPN icon
     58 likes

    Upgrade your VPN with no-logging audit, torrent and encryption support, integrating split tunneling, a dedicated IP, and apps for a wide range of devices.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Kindle Fire
     
  6. TunnlTo icon
     2 likes

    TunnlTo is a Windows WireGuard VPN client built for split tunnelling.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Planet VPN icon
     44 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.

    34 Planet VPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Android TV
     
  8. LetsVPN icon
     4 likes

    The VPN that Always Connects.

    57 LetsVPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  9. VPN Unlimited icon
     50 likes

    Encrypts traffic across platforms, offers servers in 70+ regions, unlimited devices, maintains fast speeds, ensures private browsing, integrates with security suites, supports personal server and IP options, and includes router setup for comprehensive privacy.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  10. Lantern icon
     41 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.

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Homebrew
     
  11. nekoray icon
     4 likes

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

    10 nekoray alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Debian
     
  12. 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.

    159 Avira Phantom VPN alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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