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VpnHoodSoftEther VPN
Free

Open-source client and server published on GitHub.

 Free

Free and open source under the Apache license.

Self-hosted Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted
  • Built to resist detection and blocking
  • Includes both client and server
  • Multi-protocol server covering many VPN setups
  • SSL-VPN that passes through restrictive firewalls
  • Running your own server requires administration work
  • Smaller community than mainstream VPN protocols
  • Configuration has many options and a learning curve
  • Documentation site looks dated
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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