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LanternOutline VPN
Free

Free to download and use; the project asks for donations.

 Free

The open-source software is free. Cloud hosting is paid separately.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Built specifically to resist blocking in censored regions
  • Apps for all major desktop and mobile platforms
  • Shadowsocks transport resists the blocking that stops ordinary VPNs
  • Manager application makes server creation and key sharing simple
  • Aimed at circumvention more than anonymity
  • Traffic relies on Lantern's own infrastructure
  • You pay for and run the server yourself
  • Access keys are shared secrets; anyone with one has your server
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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