Shadowsocks Android

Shadowsocks

By: Max Lv
A secure SOCKS5 proxy for Android
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Features & Capabilities

Shadowsocks is a high-performance cross-platform secured SOCKS5 proxy. It helps you surf the internet privately and securely.

Features:
- One-tap connect
- Multiple server profile management
- QR code scanning and sharing
- Plugin support for extended functionality
- Real-time traffic statistics
- Smart DNS proxy
- IPv6 support
- Per-app proxy (VPN mode)
- NAT mode support

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Max Lv
Downloads:
7,465,017 2.47K
Rating:
4.24
(66,886) 48 ratings
Version:
VARY Last updated: 2021-09-17
Creation date:
2012-12-16
Publisher country:
CN CN
Email:
ma*****@hey.com
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-06
Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 17,515 ▼ 31

For Developers

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Contact the developer

Chrome-Stats does not own this Android app. Please use these information below to contact the Android app developer.
Developed by:
Max Lv
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.github.shadowsocks
Email:
ma*****@hey.com
Website:
https://shadowsocks.org

User Reviews

Pros: reliable functionality, per-app VPN control, easy setup, and strong usefulness. Cons: infrequent updates, limited authentication options, Telegram-like notification icon, usability concerns, and battery drain from always-on VPN. Most mentioned points: strong performance and configurability are appreciated, while maintenance, authentication flexibility, UI cues, and power usage are recurring criticisms.
Pros
  • Reliable VPN that delivers on its promises and works well.
  • Per-app VPN control allowing selective routing of apps.
  • Easy setup and quick start after importing configuration.
  • High usefulness and generally positive sentiment from users.
Cons
  • Infrequent updates and an outdated app.
  • Limited SOCKS5 authentication options; username input is not available.
  • Notification icon resembles Telegram and can be mistaken for unread messages.
  • Usability issues; some reviewers find the app not user friendly.
  • Battery drain due to VPN running continuously.
Recent reviews
gave me a lot of trouble uninstalling.
by Aa*****, 2026-05-09
Ok
by یک*****, 2026-02-19
7 years of excellent experience!
by Al*****, 2025-11-09
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