Outline-Secure internet access 4+
Jigsaw Operations LLC
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- Free
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Description
Outline is an easy way for you to set up your own virtual private network (VPN) server to more safely access the open internet and keep your communications private.
If you have received an access key, download the Outline app to get started.
If you haven’t received an access key, you’ll first need to set-up your own server. Get started by downloading the Outline Manager from getoutline.org. Creating your own server is quick and easy, and instructions in the Manager will guide you through each step.
How Do I Set Up Outline?
- Outline consists of two related products: the Outline Manager and Outline.
- The Outline Manager lets you create and operate your own VPN, and share access with anyone you choose by sending them an invitation directly from the Manager. Once you’ve downloaded the Manager, you can easily set up a VPN server on a cloud provider in less than five minutes.
- After setup is complete, you can download the Outline app on your phone and desktop.
- Share internet access with coworkers or friends by inviting them directly from the Manager.
- If you’ve received an access code from someone using an Outline Manager you’re all set! Just download the app and get started.
Why use Outline?
- Fast, reliable access to the open internet, powered by the Shadowsocks protocol
- Allows you to create and maintain your own VPN server and provide access with those you trust
- Strong encryption keeps your communications private
- Completely open source and audited by a nonprofit security firm
What’s New
Version 1.16.1
- Introducing "Dark Theme": you can switch themes via the "Appearance" menu now
- Fixed an issue that would sometimes show a "failed to connect" false alert
- General bug fixes and improvements
Ratings and Reviews
Catastrophic UI/UX Changes
After the latest update, using the app has become genuinely painful. I’m seriously considering looking for an alternative. First of all, Outline now appears in the CMD+TAB app switcher, which is incredibly annoying. What’s worse, the app icon in this list sometimes shows strange one-pixel white borders. While that might seem minor, the truth is Outline shouldn’t even be in the CMD+TAB rotation. Secondly, clicking the app icon in the menu bar now brings up only one meaningless option: “Open”. Come on — what’s the point of having a menu bar icon then? It used to show a list of servers you could connect to with a single click, which was incredibly convenient. I’m giving it four stars only out of respect and nostalgia for the Outline we once knew.
Developer Response ,
Thank you for your request! We will share this with our product team for their consideration.
good connectivity but previous UI was better
The last 2 updates was great in the aspect of improving connectivity. however, with the last “windowed experience”, the icon on dock is redundant and the previous “click and go” experience was better. please revert the recent UI/UX changes. Thanks guys!
Developer Response ,
Thank you for your request! We will share this with our product team for their consideration.
Best VPN for China & rest of world
After getting past the setup and if you can follow a few simple technical instructions, this is by far the best VPN client for China. Easily can get around the Great Firewall and switch servers/locations with a breeze. You can even setup on 3rd party machines that are not even cloud hosted, for example a simple Raspberry Pi server at home with the proper port forwarding to get a real experience and access local channels, regional-restricted content such as Netflix, etc... highly recommend this client server manager setup.
Developer Response ,
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to know that you’ve had a positive experience with Outline.
App Privacy
The developer, Jigsaw Operations LLC, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy.
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- User Content
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Diagnostics
Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Jigsaw Operations LLC
- Size
- 13.2 MB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
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- Mac
- Requires macOS 12.4 or later.
- Languages
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English
- Age Rating
- 4+
- Copyright
- © The Outline Authors
- Price
- Free