diff --git a/docs/tools.md b/docs/tools.md index e10a0165..9d05a602 100644 --- a/docs/tools.md +++ b/docs/tools.md @@ -217,6 +217,7 @@ If you're looking for added **security**, you should always ensure you're connec - ![Proton VPN logo](assets/img/vpn/protonvpn.svg){ .twemoji } [Proton VPN](vpn.md#proton-vpn) - ![IVPN logo](assets/img/vpn/mini/ivpn.svg){ .twemoji } [IVPN](vpn.md#ivpn) - ![Mullvad logo](assets/img/vpn/mullvad.svg){ .twemoji } [Mullvad](vpn.md#mullvad) +- ![Windscribe logo](assets/img/vpn/windscribe.svg#only-light){ .twemoji }![Windscribe logo](assets/img/vpn/windscribe-dark.svg#only-dark){ .twemoji } [Windscribe](vpn.md#windscribe) diff --git a/docs/vpn.md b/docs/vpn.md index 09fd4d60..d955c211 100644 --- a/docs/vpn.md +++ b/docs/vpn.md @@ -263,6 +263,82 @@ Mullvad has published [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/mullvad-vpn/id14884 Mullvad is very transparent about which nodes they [own or rent](https://mullvad.net/en/servers/). They use [ShadowSocks](https://shadowsocks.org/) in their ShadowSocks + OpenVPN configuration, making them more resistant against firewalls with [Deep Packet Inspection](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deep_packet_inspection) trying to block VPNs. Supposedly, [China has to use a different method to block ShadowSocks servers](https://github.com/net4people/bbs/issues/22). Mullvad's website is also accessible via Tor at [o54hon2e2vj6c7m3aqqu6uyece65by3vgoxxhlqlsvkmacw6a7m7kiad.onion](http://o54hon2e2vj6c7m3aqqu6uyece65by3vgoxxhlqlsvkmacw6a7m7kiad.onion). +### Windscribe + +
+ +![Windscribe logo](assets/img/vpn/windscribe.svg#only-light){ align=right } +![Windscribe logo](assets/img/vpn/windscribe-dark.svg#only-dark){ align=right } + +**Windscribe** is a Canadian-based VPN provider established in 2016. + +[:octicons-home-16: Homepage](https://windscribe.com){ .md-button .md-button--primary } +[:octicons-eye-16:](https://windscribe.com/privacy){ .card-link title="Privacy Policy" } +[:octicons-info-16:](https://windscribe.com/knowledge-base){ .card-link title=Documentation} +[:octicons-code-16:](https://github.com/windscribe){ .card-link title="Source Code" } + +
+Downloads + +- [:simple-googleplay: Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.windscribe.vpn) +- [:simple-appstore: App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1129435228) +- [:simple-windows11: Windows](https://windscribe.com/vpn-for-windows) +- [:simple-apple: macOS](https://windscribe.com/vpn-for-mac) +- [:simple-linux: Linux](https://windscribe.com/guides/linux) + +
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+ +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } 69 Countries + +Windscribe has [servers in 69 countries](https://windscribe.com/features/large-network)(1). Picking a VPN provider with a server nearest to you will reduce latency of the network traffic you send. This is because of a shorter route (less hops) to the destination. +{ .annotate } + +1. Last checked: 2022-06-01 + +We also think it's better for the security of the VPN provider's private keys if they use [dedicated servers](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedicated_hosting_service), instead of cheaper shared solutions (with other customers) such as [virtual private servers](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_server). + +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Independently Audited + +Windscribe's desktop and mobile clients have been audited by TODO and published at TODO. The audit concluded: + +> ? + +Windscribe's current infrastructure has not been independently audited, however a pre-production audit of their upcoming infrastructure stack [has](https://github.com/privacyguides/privacyguides.org/pull/1312#issuecomment-1452262340) been completed. Their new infrastructure stack is scheduled to deploy in 2023 alongside published audits, and we will update the information here when those are made available. + +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Open-Source Clients + +As of May 2022 [Windscribe applications are now open source](https://github.com/Windscribe). + +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Accepts Monero + +In addition to accepting credit/debit cards and PayPal, Windscribe accepts Monero, Bitcoin, and a variety of other cryptocurrencies as payment. + +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } WireGuard Support + +Windscribe [supports Wireguard](https://blog.windscribe.com/introducing-wireguard-76a1670700a6/) and it is supported by their [config generator](https://windscribe.com/features/config-generators). [WireGuard](https://www.wireguard.com) is a newer protocol that utilizes state-of-the-art [cryptography](https://www.wireguard.com/protocol/), and aims to be simpler and more performant. + +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } IPv6 Support + +TODO NEED TO CHECK + +#### :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } Remote Port Forwarding + +Remote ephemeral [port forwarding](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_forwarding) is possible with a [Pro plan](https://windscribe.com/features/port-forwarding). For a permanent port forward, you need to purchase a [static IP](https://windscribe.com/staticips). + +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Censorship Circumvention + +TODO NEED TO CHECK + +#### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Mobile Clients + +In addition to providing standard OpenVPN configuration files, Windscribe has mobile clients for [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1129435228) and [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.windscribe.vpn) allowing for easy connections to their servers. + +#### :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Additional Functionality + +Windscribe offers [R.O.B.E.R.T.](https://windscribe.com/features/robert), a customizable server-side domain and IP blocking tool. They also offer static IP addresses, team accounts, and support for two-factor authentication. + ## Criteria
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