# Shellfire VPN

> Fast, secure VPN for private browsing. No data caps or time limits!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.shellfire.vpn.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.shellfire.vpn.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `de.shellfire.vpn.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Shellfire
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 221,965
- **Rating:** 2.88 / 5 (1,969 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.27
- **Last updated:** 2025-01-19
- **First published:** 2013-12-16
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 33 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.shellfire.vpn.android)
- **Website:** [https://www.shellfire.de/vpn](https://www.shellfire.de/vpn)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.shellfire.de/datenschutzerklaerung/](https://www.shellfire.de/datenschutzerklaerung/)

## Description

Shellfire VPN offers fast and secure VPN services to protect your privacy and unlock geo-restricted content with ease. Enjoy free access without data caps or time limits, guarded by a strict no-logs policy and military-grade 256-bit encryption. Upgrade to Premium Plus for access to servers in over 40 countries, blazing fast speeds, and enhanced features for streaming and gaming. Compatible across Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS, Shellfire VPN provides seamless setup and secure browsing on multiple devices. Join over 600,000 users worldwide enjoying unrestricted internet freedom with Shellfire VPN.

## Rankings

- #151,403 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `de.shellfire.vpn.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Shellfire VPN has a mixed reception among users. While many praise its reliability, streaming quality, and value when subscribed, multiple users experience significant problems registering, connecting to servers, and frequent disconnections. The app interface has become less user friendly over time, leading to frustration. Additionally, premium subscription windows limit accessibility, and performance issues with certain regions and streaming platforms persist, highlighting inconsistency in user experience.

### Pros

- App is amazing and works really well for live TV streaming without buffering.
- Very accurate and reliable, users express love for the app.
- Some users find it nice and easy to use, especially older versions.
- Subscription plans are available and some users find it worth the money.

### Cons

- App fails to let users register and shows 'register failed' error multiple times.
- Connection issues are common; VPN often disconnects or cannot connect to servers.
- Interface is not user friendly and has become more complicated compared to older versions.
- Requires premium subscription to access locations outside the USA, limiting functionality for some users.
- Performance issues such as slow connection speeds, especially to locations like Brazil, and inability to work with services like Hulu or Vudu.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.shellfire.vpn.android)