Shadowsocks Alternatives for Apple TV

Shadowsocks is not available for Apple TV but there are some alternatives with similar functionality. The best Apple TV alternative is Proton VPN, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Shadowsocks and nine of them are available for Apple TV so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Apple TV alternatives to Shadowsocks are Windscribe, NordVPN, Private Internet Access and PrivadoVPN.

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Shadowsocks alternatives are mainly VPN Services, but if you're looking for VPN Clients or Ad Blockers 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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Shadowsocks alternatives page was last updated Aug 31, 2025

Proton VPN
480 likes
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 (GPL-3.0)
Application types
VPN Service
VPN Client
Origin
Switzerland
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
+6
Is Proton VPN a good alternative to Shadowsocks?
Proton VPN is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Shadowsocks.
Proton VPN is Freemium and Open SourceShadowsocks is Free and Open Source
Proton VPN is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightShadowsocks is not according to our users
Windscribe
170 likes
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 (GPL-3.0)
Application types
VPN Service
VPN Client
Origin
Canada
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Microsoft Edge
Google Chrome
Apple TV
F-Droid
Android TV
Fire TV
Mozilla Firefox
HUAWEI AppGallery
Is Windscribe a good alternative to Shadowsocks?
NordVPN
79 likes
Veteran VPN offering military-grade encryption, unrestricted website access, high-speed connections, Double VPN for ultimate security, P2P support, and 24/7 customer service for privacy and protection.
214 NordVPN alternatives
Cost / License
Subscription
Proprietary
Application types
VPN Service
VPN Client
Origin
Panama
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Chrome OS
Android Tablet
iPad
Snapcraft
Microsoft Edge
Google Chrome
Apple TV
Samsung Galaxy Store
Android TV
Fire TV
Mozilla Firefox
+3
Is NordVPN a good alternative to Shadowsocks?
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PureVPN
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Private Internet Access
74 likes
Enjoy online privacy with Private Internet Access®; the world’s leading secure VPN service for Android.
203 Private Internet Access alternatives
Cost / License
Subscription
Open Source
Application type
VPN Service
Origin
United States
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Google Chrome
Tomato
Opera
pfSense
OpenVPN
Mozilla Firefox
DD-WRT
Fire TV
Android TV
Google TV
Apple TV
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Comments about Private Internet Access as an Alternative to Shadowsocks

Guest
Positive commentFeb 24, 2020
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Dedication to privacy is outstanding!
Review by a new / low-activity user.
Private Internet Access is Paid and Open SourceShadowsocks is Free and Open Source
Private Internet Access is LightweightShadowsocks is not according to our users
PrivadoVPN
5 likes
Achieve online privacy with zero logs, encrypted data transmission, P2P boosting SOCKS5 proxy, extensive global servers, and robust Swiss legal protection. Mulit-device support.
129 PrivadoVPN alternatives
Cost / License
Subscription
Proprietary
Application type
VPN Service
Origin
Switzerland
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Google Chrome
Apple TV
Android TV
Fire TV
Is PrivadoVPN a good alternative to Shadowsocks?
PureVPN
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.
204 PureVPN alternatives
Cost / License
Subscription
Proprietary
Application type
VPN Service
Origin
British Virgin Islands
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Apple TV
Kindle Fire
+6
Is PureVPN a good alternative to Shadowsocks?
VeePN
1 like
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.
155 VeePN alternatives
Cost / License
Subscription
Proprietary
Application type
VPN Service
Origin
Cyprus
EU
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Google Chrome
Apple TV
Opera
Firefox
+2
Is VeePN a good alternative to Shadowsocks?
Ghost Path
1 like
Ghost Path is an easy-to-use, no-log VPN provider. Fast, reliable & secure VPN servers. Anonymous web browsing. Mobile VPN available.
Cost / License
Subscription
Proprietary
Application types
VPN Service
VPN Client
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Apple TV
Is Ghost Path a good alternative to Shadowsocks?
SafeShell
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Access unlimited high-speed VPN globally with patented region-specific routing, side-by-side subtitle translations in over 30 languages, robust Wi-Fi protection, hidden IP for total privacy, zero logs, and multi-region streaming for TV, movies, and social media.
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application types
VPN Service
VPN Client
Origin
Singapore
Platforms
Mac
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Apple TV
visionOS
+5
Is SafeShell a good alternative to Shadowsocks?