Tun2Socks APK for Android

A free way to use a VPN

Tun2Socks is a free app that provides internet VPN connections. That means it will have something to offer anyone who values privacy and security while surfing. All you need to do is enter some basic details to get it running.

Like Super Socks5Cap, this is an app that runs on SOCKS. Users unfamiliar with the SOCKS protocol might prefer to go for a more accessible VPN service, such as TunnelBear. However, for those who already know their way around SOCKS, Tun2Socks is worth a closer look.

Make use of a proxy server

A SOCKS protocol is a means of allowing a client to access a server via a proxy server, providing the opportunity to access the internet with the semi-anonymity of a VPN. Tun2Socks is specifically a SOCKS5 client, meaning that it offers more capabilities than those operating at SOCKS4a or earlier.

A simple interface

Tun2Socks is designed to be easy to use, with a straightforward interface. However, it does assume some familiarity with the workings of SOCKS. The user is first asked to input the IP of their SOCKS host, along with a port number, username, and password. Next, all you need to do is provide permission, and you'll have a VPN connection.

Useful features

Behind its simple interface, Tun2Socks turns out to be a versatile piece of software. It provides notifications to keep you up to date and even has a power-saving option to avoid overheating. However, like all SOCKS tools, your anonymity remains limited: SOCKS is ultimately detectable.

A handy tool for semi-anonymous browsing

There are many tools available that provide VPN services, and many are more flashy or accessible than Tun2Socks. Still, if you are already familiar with the basic workings of SOCKS protocols, then you shouldn't have any problems working your way around this particular SOCKS app.