Michael P.
«Got it before a trip abroad — all my home country services work as usual. Saved me a lot of headaches.»
VPN protocol
Shadowsocks VPN server
The lightweight encrypted Shadowsocks proxy on your personal MeduzaVPN server — a fast connection, minimal overhead and stable performance on restrictive networks.
What is Shadowsocks
Shadowsocks is a lightweight, encrypted proxy created to stay reliable on restrictive networks. It's simple, fast and low-overhead, which keeps it popular where networks are strict. It's a single-hop encrypted proxy rather than a full, multi-feature VPN client.
At MeduzaVPN, Shadowsocks runs on your personal VPS in the location you choose: your traffic goes through your own server and your own IP, not a shared address. You get a fast, low-profile connection where a regular VPN becomes unstable.
How to set up Shadowsocks
1Create an account and choose a location
Create a MeduzaVPN account and choose a server location from 30+ countries.
2Download the app and sign in
Install the MeduzaVPN app for Android, iPhone, iPad and Mac and sign in to your account — or use the configuration file in any third-party client.
3Connect to the server
Now all your device's traffic goes through your own server — with a dedicated IP, no shared users and no limits.
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MeduzaVPN Benefits
Maximum privacy
Your own VPS and modern encryption — your traffic stays separate from others.
Reliable access
Modern protocols help you stay connected even in the toughest network conditions.
30+ locations
More than thirty countries and regions — pick where your server runs.
Config files & QR codes
Get configuration files and QR codes to connect through any compatible VPN client.
15-day refund
Changed your mind — full refund within the first 15 days.
Your VPS only
One subscription — one personal VPS in one location, no strangers on your IP.
Choose your plan
1 month
$5.99/ mo
$5.99
3 months
$5.66/ mo
Save 5%$16.99
6 months
$5.33/ mo
Save 11%$31.99
Best deal
12 months
$4.58/ mo
Save 23%$54.99
15-day money-back guarantee
Full refund, no questions asked
30+ locations for free
Switch location anytime at no extra cost
Multiple payment methods
Card, crypto, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal
Trusted by users worldwide
Irene L.
«Took it on trial after a bad experience with another service. Everything works the way it should: stable connection, decent speed even in the evening, and payment went through without any hassle. I used to be skeptical about services like this, but now I recommend it to friends without hesitation. I'll be staying for the long run.»
Daniel W.
«Fair price, no issues with speed, plenty of servers for any task. One minor wish — I'd love more detailed connection and traffic stats in the app. It would also be nice to get push notifications when the connection drops. Doesn't affect the core functionality, overall happy and not planning to switch.»
Olivia S.
«Got it for my mom — she's always worried about scammers. The service has its own app, so there was nothing to configure manually: installed it, signed in, and it just works.»
Artem K.
«Got connected in a couple of minutes, no complex setup. Stable both at home and while traveling, speed is consistently high across every device.»
Elena M.
«Works on all my devices right away: laptop, phone, tablet. No extra hassle.»
Shadowsocks questions
How is Shadowsocks different from WireGuard?
Shadowsocks is an encrypted proxy built for the most demanding network conditions: it's harder to detect. WireGuard is a full VPN protocol focused on speed. MeduzaVPN offers both, and you can run them on the same server.
Does MeduzaVPN keep logs with Shadowsocks?
No. On the server side we keep no logs of your activity, and each protocol runs in an isolated container. Shadowsocks runs on your own personal VPS.
How does Shadowsocks perform on demanding networks?
That's exactly what it was built for. Shadowsocks disguises your traffic and stays reliable on restrictive networks where a regular VPN gets detected. If you want other options, you can run VLESS or Xray on the same server.
Is Shadowsocks a full VPN?
Not quite. Shadowsocks is a single-hop encrypted proxy rather than a multi-feature VPN client. It encrypts and proxies your traffic to get around restrictions, but if you need full VPN features, choose WireGuard on the same server.
Do I need a separate app for Shadowsocks?
On Android and iOS you can use the MeduzaVPN app or a Shadowsocks client such as Outline, or Shadowrocket on iOS. All you need is the configuration from your account.