Setting up a proxy in the Shadowsocks app

Shadowsocks is a user-friendly, free, and open-source Android app that provides a secure and private internet connection. It encrypts user traffic, allowing users to bypass restrictions and censorship while enhancing privacy and protection from online tracking. The tool is optimized for mobile devices, requiring minimal CPU, bandwidth, and wireless network resources.

Shadowsocks is dedicated to user privacy and does not collect or share user data with third parties. Configuring a proxy in the Shadowsocks app for Android enables traffic routing and the use of a new IP address, helping bypass blocks and maintain user anonymity online.

Step-by-step proxy setup in the Shadowsocks app

To set up a proxy into Shadowsocks on Android, follow these step-by-step instructions:

1. Install and launch Shadowsocks on your Android device. Tap on the pencil icon to access settings.

   

2. Assign a name to the profile and enter the proxy server details: IP-address, SOCKS5 port, and password. In the “Encryption method” line, choose “CHACHA20-IETF-POLY1305” from the dropdown list, as it's a universal and recommended method. To finalize the settings, tap the checkmark in the upper right corner.

   

   

3. The newly created profile will be displayed on the main page of the app. To enable the proxy, tap on the gray button below.

   

4. If the setup is correct, the button will turn green, and the VPN icon will be visible on the top panel of your device.

   

5. To turn off the proxy, simply tap on the green button, and the connection will be paused.

   

The proxy server configuration in Shadowsocks on Android is now complete. This setup enables users to browse the web with increased privacy and a lower risk of being tracked.