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Outline VPNLantern
Free

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

 Free

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

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

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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