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VpnHoodOutline VPN
Free

Open-source client and server published on GitHub.

 Free

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

Self-hosted Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Built to resist detection and blocking
  • Includes both client and server
  • Shadowsocks transport resists the blocking that stops ordinary VPNs
  • Manager application makes server creation and key sharing simple
  • Running your own server requires administration work
  • Smaller community than mainstream VPN protocols
  • You pay for and run the server yourself
  • Access keys are shared secrets; anyone with one has your server
Downloadable app, Self-hosted 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 October 2, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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