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, Mac, Android, 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. uncensore.net icon

    uncensore.net

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    Privacy-first VPN service with anonymous signup (no email), automated Monero/crypto payments, and guaranteed access in high-censorship regions. Free 1-day trial via Telegram.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Global
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  2. Self Hosted Project icon

    Self Hosted Project

     1 like

    A platform that deploys your own VPN server with a protocol of your choice, and connects you via web panel. No KYC, no logs.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • UA flagUkraine
    Main Page
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  4. Yuutto icon

    Yuutto

     2 likes

    YUUTTO accelerator(VPN), simple to operate and one-key connect, Unblock internet restrictions where allowed by law, use it and get amazing experience!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  6. CopVPN icon

    CopVPN

     3 likes

    CopVPN is a fast, secure, and reliable VPN app designed to protect your online privacy with military-grade encryption and provide unrestricted internet access.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
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  7. Tigerleap icon

    Tigerleap

     2 likes

    TigerLeap (VPN): Easy to use with one-tap connection, intelligently selecting the best server node for your current network!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    SovaVPN

     1 like

    SovaVPN offers secure, high-speed VPN access across 140 countries, giving you the power to browse, stream, and connect from virtually anywhere in the world.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. SafeShell icon

    SafeShell

     1 like

    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 type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • visionOS
    • SG flagSingapore
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  11. Guardian Firewall icon

    Guardian Firewall

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    Guardian Firewall is sophisticated software with a simple design that prevents digital trackers from secretly collecting your information, shows attempts by data companies to track you, and prevents eavesdropping of your sensitive data such as banking passwords using strong...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • US flagUnited States
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  12. ClashFX icon

    ClashFX

     1 like

    ClashFX is a modern rule-based proxy client for macOS with TUN mode, built on the Clash Meta core for fast and flexible traffic routing.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    ClashFX menu bar — proxy mode, Enhanced Mode (TUN), and quick settings
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  13. Veilora VPN icon

    Veilora VPN

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    VPN that works where others get blocked. Uses VeilShift™ (VLESS + Reality + uTLS) — traffic bypasses deep packet inspection in Turkey, UAE & Indonesia. Free tier: 10 GB/month, no email. From $2.99/month. No logs. Kill Switch included.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Online
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Connected in one tap. Real-time speed stats, current server, and remaining traffic — all on one screen. Powered by VeilShift™.
    Kill Switch blocks all traffic if the VPN drops — no accidental exposure. Copy VPN Config lets advanced users export the connection for manual setup.
    Simple pricing. Monthly at $2.99 or yearly at $14.99 — that's $1.25/month. Unlimited traffic, all server locations, no restrictions.
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  14. Traveler's VPN icon

    Traveler's VPN

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    Other VPNs break the local ecosystem wherever you land — maps, ride-share, food delivery, local payment apps, banking. Traveler's keeps it intact. Local apps stay local and up to 10× faster; your home apps still reach home. $2.99 once. iPhone, iPad, Mac.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    Status
    Data usage
    Welcome Page
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  15. SecurQbit VPN icon

    SecurQbit VPN

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    SecurQbit is a VPN with built-in traffic obfuscation that disguises connections as ordinary HTTPS, helping it work on restricted networks where standard VPNs get blocked.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
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