My country blocked internet, so I created new VPN protocol
In 2020 my country temporarily blocked nearly all popular websites (Facebook, Youtube, Instagram etc.) for 45 days. I tried other VPN apps and protocols but they failed. And I started crafting my own VPN protocol and app. Android client app has features below: Quick Tile, Multi-profiles, Split tunneling, Offline region, Custom DNS, MTU config I found Offline region feature unique, for example if you want to watch videos on Youtube but don't want people to send you message from social medias. You can block internet access of these social media apps, so your friends will see you as offline,…
My country blocked internet, so I created new VPN protocol launched on March 2, 2021 with 19 votes, #1,393 of 3,696 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches.
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VanillaVPN is an Android VPN app built on a custom protocol created to bypass internet censorship. It offers split tunneling, multi-profile support, custom DNS, and an "Offline region" feature that selectively blocks internet access to specific apps while allowing others to connect. The app is designed for users in countries with restricted internet access who need to access blocked websites and services, rather than for general privacy or security purposes.
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In 2020 my country temporarily blocked nearly all popular websites (Facebook, Youtube, Instagram etc.) for 45 days. I tried other VPN apps and protocols but they failed. And I started crafting my own VPN protocol and app. Android client app has features below: Quick Tile, Multi-profiles, Split tunneling, Offline…
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