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- Apr 24, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Apr 24, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark VPN: stable & fast 4.27.2
Surfshark Mac adds Dausos, a proprietary VPN protocol for better speeds and quantum security.
You can now get even better speeds and quantum security with our brand-new proprietary VPN protocol, Dausos.
Original source - Apr 16, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Apr 16, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark Windows by Surfshark
Surfshark 6.8.0
Windows adds app startup performance enhancements and bug fixes for a smoother VPN experience.
What's new
- This release includes app startup performance enhancements and a few bug fixes to provide a smoother and more stable VPN experience.
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- Apr 13, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Apr 13, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
We’ve built the first VPN protocol that breaks all speed barriers
Surfshark introduces Dausos, its proprietary VPN protocol built for users with dedicated private tunnels, post-quantum resilience, and faster performance. It is now available in the macOS app, with more platforms coming soon.
What is Dausos?
WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2 are all great technologies with their own unique strengths. They were initially designed for enterprise use, but VPN providers like us have adapted them for everyday users.
That said, we saw an opportunity to create something tailored to individual needs. Instead of reconstructing existing protocols, we built one from scratch. One that’s designed around what actually matters to you: security and performance. Say hello to Dausos.
Dausos is our proprietary VPN protocol — and the first one built specifically for VPN users. Here’s what makes it different: most VPNs funnel all user traffic through a single shared tunnel, which is perfectly fine. However, Dausos gives each user their own dedicated, private data tunnel. Your traffic stays separate from everyone else’s, which means better security and barrier-breaking speeds.
The protocol name Dausos, a Lithuanian word for heaven, is rooted in Baltic mythology and signifies elevation, protection, and transcendence beyond the ordinary internet, reflecting Surfshark’s Lithuanian heritage.
Why did we build Dausos?
Current VPN protocols weren’t designed for consumers. They were built for different purposes and later adapted for VPN use. That adaptation process introduces inefficiencies and limitations. We started with a clean slate. Our goal was simple: create a protocol that prioritizes what users care about most — security and performance — without compromise.
Dausos uses AEGIS-256X2 encryption, which delivers faster speeds than the industry-standard AES-GCM, especially on modern hardware. It also gives each user a dedicated traffic tunnel, eliminating the overhead and resource waste that’s common in adapted protocols.
The result? Better security, faster connections, and more efficient use of both server and device resources.
What makes the Dausos protocol different?
Dausos has a rare VPN industry feature — it is fully post-quantum resilient and delivers up to 30% faster speeds compared to other industry-standard protocols. Besides that it also differs in:
Dedicated tunnels for every user
Unlike most VPN protocols, Dausos provides a dedicated tunnel for each user’s traffic. That means your data travels through its own clean, private path — separate from everyone else. No cross-traffic exposure, no interference, no shared overhead.
AEGIS-256X2 encryption
No commercial VPN currently uses AEGIS-256X2 encryption. This cryptographic algorithm offers superior performance on modern devices while maintaining quantum-secure protection. This means your connection is faster and future-proof.
Adaptive performance
Dausos dynamically adapts to your network conditions and device capabilities. Whether you’re on a fast fiber connection or switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data, the protocol adjusts to maintain optimal speed and performance.
Independently audited
Security isn’t just a feature — it’s a foundation.
Dausos has passed an independent audit from Cure53, a trusted name in security research. We didn’t just build a fast protocol. We built a secure one, too.
What does this new protocol mean for you?
So what do all these technical details actually mean for your day-to-day VPN experience?
- Future-proof protection — with quantum-secure encryption, Dausos is built to protect your data not just today, but as technology evolves.
- Faster speeds — AEGIS-256X2 encryption is optimized for modern hardware, delivering better protocol-to-server speed. Add in dynamic adaptation, and you get consistently faster connections.
- Better security — each user gets their own dedicated tunnel, reducing the chance of cross-traffic exposure. That minimizes the risk of data leaks or interference from other users on the same server.
- Efficient resource use — whether you’re on a phone, laptop, or desktop, Dausos makes smarter use of your device’s resources.
How to turn on the new protocol
Ready to try Dausos? Enabling it is simple:
- Open your Surfshark macOS app*
- Go to Settings
- Select VPN Settings
- Click to Protocol
- Choose Dausos from the list
- Connect to any server
*At the moment Dausos is only available on our macOS app that you can download from the App Store. It will soon be accessible on other platforms too.
Try the first protocol built for the user
Dausos is not the first VPN protocol. It’s the first one designed for the user. VPN protocols have always been about adapting existing technology. Dausos is about building the right technology from the start. Give it a try.
Original source - Mar 30, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Mar 30, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark Windows by Surfshark
Surfshark 6.7.0
Windows adds a VPN refresh button and a revamped Alert dashboard, plus reliability improvements and fixes.
What's new:
- Quickly resolve connectivity hiccups with the new refresh button on the VPN dashboard, making it easier than ever to stay connected;
- Stay informed about your email security without leaving the app, with the revamped Alert dashboard, which now shows your email status;
- Enjoy a smoother and more reliable experience with various improvements and fixes.
- Mar 23, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Mar 23, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark launches HeyPolo: location-sharing app that respects your privacy
Surfshark launches HeyPolo, a privacy-first location-sharing app that lets people share their exact or approximate location on their own terms. Built for families, friends, and groups, it emphasizes consent, control, and less constant tracking.
Location sharing should help people feel connected and safe — not monitored. But for many, today’s location apps create more tension than peace of mind.
Parents want to know their teens arrived home after school safely. Friends want to coordinate meetups. Families want to stay connected. Constant location tracking isn’t necessary to achieve these goals, yet most location apps default to constant tracking, turning reassurance into surveillance. That’s why we built something different.
What is HeyPolo?
HeyPolo is a privacy-first location-sharing app that lets people share where they are on their own terms.
Many location apps focus on continuous tracking. HeyPolo takes a different approach — giving people the ability to share what they want only when they choose. It’s designed around consent and control — not passive monitoring.
Why did we build HeyPolo?
At Surfshark, we’ve spent years building tools that help people take control of their online privacy. But privacy isn’t just about protecting your data from strangers — it’s also about having control in your closest relationships.
People want to stay connected. They want to know their loved ones are safe. But they also want autonomy, trust, and respect for boundaries. HeyPolo sits at the intersection of connection and privacy — because feeling safe shouldn’t mean giving up control.
What does this mean for us?
HeyPolo represents our next step in building tools that put people in control of their online lives. We’ve always believed that privacy shouldn’t be a compromise — whether you’re surfing online or staying connected with the people you care about. With HeyPolo, we’re expanding beyond online security.
This is about creating a family of products that share the same core values: transparency, user control, and respect for privacy. HeyPolo is built on the same principles that guide everything we do at Surfshark — just applied to a different challenge.
How to use HeyPolo
One HeyPolo subscription covers your account, and everyone else joins for free. You can create unlimited groups for family, friends, coworkers, or travel buddies. The app works on both iOS and Android, and inviting people is as easy as sending a quick link — no complicated setup required.
Once you’re in, you control everything. You can choose to share your exact location when meeting friends or coordinating pickups. You can share an approximate location to let others know you’re in the area without pinpointing your exact address. Or you can go completely private whenever you need space. Beyond choosing what to share, you also decide who can see your location, when they can see it, and how long they can see it for, all customized to each group.
Why should you try HeyPolo?
Whether you’re checking that your teen got home safely, meeting up in a busy city, coordinating pickups and trips, or staying connected with elderly parents, HeyPolo works for the moments that matter.
If you’ve been looking for an alternative to constant tracking apps, HeyPolo is here.
Download HeyPolo and start sharing your location on your terms.
Original source - Mar 20, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Mar 20, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark Windows by Surfshark
Surfshark 6.6.1
Windows fixes antivirus and VPN interference for a smoother, more stable connection.
What's new
- This release includes a fix for an antivirus and VPN interference issue, providing a more stable and smooth connection.
- Mar 17, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Mar 17, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark One+ now includes identity theft coverage
Surfshark adds identity theft coverage to Surfshark One+, bringing up to $1M in recovery support, legal and document replacement help, and access to a licensed investigator for new US customers, excluding New York State.
Identity theft isn’t just a headline you scroll past — it’s a real threat that can turn your life upside down. From drained bank accounts to ruined credit scores, the fallout can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re excited to announce that Surfshark One+ now includes identity theft coverage.
What is identity theft coverage?
Identity theft coverage is a feature of the Surfshark One+ bundle that covers the costs of identity recovery. It offers up to $1M in coverage for expenses such as document replacement and legal fees. You’ll also have access to a licensed identity theft investigator. This coverage is available for US residents, excluding New York State.
Why does identity theft coverage matter?
Fraud, scams, and data leaks are on the rise across the United States. Every time a company experiences a breach or a scammer gets smarter, your personal information becomes more vulnerable. The reality is that traditional security measures alone can’t guarantee your identity won’t be compromised.
That’s where identity theft coverage comes in. It offers peace of mind by covering the costs of identity restoration, legal support, and mental health counseling. Instead of facing the recovery process alone — and paying for it out of pocket — you’ll have professional help and financial backing every step of the way.
What does identity theft coverage include?
Surfshark One+ identity theft coverage offers:
- Professional support from a licensed identity theft investigator;
- Up to $1M reimbursement for expenses incurred while restoring your identity, including:
- Credit bureau reports;
- Replacement of documents and fees;
- Legal costs associated with identity theft;
- Lost wages, including child and elder care (up to $5,000);
- Mental health counseling (up to $1,000);
- Other related expenses (up to $1,000).
As well as all the other benefits of the Surfshark One+ bundle:
- A VPN that encrypts your online activity on all, even public Wi-Fi networks;
- Ad blocker Clean Web that blocks ads, trackers, and cookie consent pop-ups;
- Alternative ID that you can use to shield your name, email, and address online;
- Personal data monitoring tool Alert that notifies you of email, credit card, and ID leaks;
- Data removal tool Incogni that withdraws your personal data from data brokers, reducing your exposure.
Disclaimer: Identity theft coverage is available for new Surfshark One+ customers residing in the US, including US territories and the District of Columbia, except for New York State residents. Surfshark is not a licensed insurance producer. Benefits under the Master Policy are issued and covered by HSB Specialty Insurance Company. You can find further details and exclusions in the summary of benefits for the state of Washington and the rest of the US.
How to activate and use identity theft coverage
Identity theft coverage is included in all Surfshark One+ plan durations for new US customers (excluding New York State).
If your identity gets stolen, you can file an identity theft coverage claim online by visiting the Start Your Claim website linked in your Surfshark account or calling the toll-free hotline.
Why did we add this feature?
Identity theft is one of the most devastating cybercrimes, and recovery can be expensive and emotionally draining. By including identity theft coverage in Surfshark One+, we’re ensuring that our users have a financial and professional safety net when they need it most.
Ready to protect yourself?
Explore Surfshark One+ and experience all-around protection against identity theft — from prevention to recovery, because staying safe online isn’t just about strong passwords. It’s about knowing you’re covered, no matter what.
Original source - Mar 5, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Mar 5, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark Windows by Surfshark
Surfshark 6.6.0
Windows adds small optimizations and stability fixes for the Surfshark app.
What's new:
- This release includes various small optimizations and fixes to enhance the Surfshark app's stability and usage.
- Feb 6, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Feb 6, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark Windows by Surfshark
Surfshark 6.5.0
Windows adds antivirus history insights, improved referrals, a faster Clean Web ad blocker, and smoother app performance.
What's new
- Great news for Surfshark Antivirus users! You can now click on your protection history to get insights into what actions were taken by the antivirus;
- We improved our Refer and Earn screen, making it easier than ever to refer friends and earn rewards;
- We upgraded our Clean Web ad blocker for improved performance and effectiveness;
- As always, we added a few app improvements for even smoother surfing.
- Feb 2, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Feb 2, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark reworks its website safety settings
Surfshark adds website safety warnings in its browser extension, now showing Google Search result badges for data breaches, malware and phishing before users click through. The update aims to make browsing safer and more seamless in Chrome.
Good news for our extension users! We added a new functionality to our website safety settings. Now, you can check your Google Search results before clicking on them. Want to know more about the feature and learn how to use it? Read along!
What are website safety settings?
Surfshark’s website safety settings are a feature of our browser extension platform. This feature checks websites in Google Search results, alerting you to potential dangers. It includes two main functions:
Data breach alert
Data breach alerts notify you if a website has leaked user data. You’ll see this information in a banner right under the search bar after visiting the page. You can click on it for more information about the breach.
Malware alert
This functionality alerts you if a site contains malware or signs of phishing, using two types of warning badges that indicate the threat type and what to do.
What’s new?
We’ve enhanced our website safety settings to provide a more seamless and secure browsing experience. Previously, you could only view safety badges after clicking on a webpage. Now, we’ve taken this a step further by showing a page’s security status directly in Google Search results.
This feature, available exclusively on Google Chrome and Google Search, uses symbols next to each link to indicate potential risks associated with the websites. They include alerts for data leaks or breaches, malware threats, and phishing attempts, ensuring you can make informed decisions before visiting a site.
What are the main benefits?
Using our website safety settings alongside your VPN boosts your security by catching threats at the earliest point in your browsing journey. In addition to that, you:
- Avoid wasting time on dangerous websites;
- Prevent potential malware infections on your device;
- Protect your personal information from being compromised;
- Save yourself from the hassle of dealing with compromised accounts, infected devices, or stolen credentials.
How to use website safety settings
You can find the website safety settings by following these steps:
- Install or open your Surfshark browser extension.
- Go to the extension settings.
- Navigate to the Website safety warnings section.
- Make sure both toggles for Data breach alert and Malware alert are turned on.
If you choose to enable only the data breach alert option within the website safety settings, Google Search results will be scanned exclusively for data breaches and leaks. Similarly, if you activate only the malware alert, the search results will focus solely on detecting malware and phishing threats.
For a more detailed guide on how to use website safety settings, check out this article.
Final note: turn on your website safety settings
Website safety settings are a simple yet effective way to enhance your online security. By activating these features, you can help protect yourself from malware, and phishing scams. So why wait? Install our browser extension, turn on website safety settings today, and enjoy a safer, more secure browsing experience.
Original source - Jan 19, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Jan 19, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark launches post-quantum protection on WireGuard
Surfshark adds post-quantum protection to WireGuard, bringing future-proof VPN security against emerging quantum computing threats. The feature is automatically enabled when users select WireGuard in the Surfshark app.
Security enthusiasts, big news from us — post-quantum protection is now live on WireGuard! This upgrade adds an extra layer of future-proof security, shielding you against potential quantum computing threats. Want to know how it works and why it matters? Then scroll on!
What is post-quantum protection?
Post-quantum protection is all about future-proofing your security. Today’s encryption relies on complex math problems that are nearly impossible for regular computers to solve, but quantum computers will one day crack them with ease.
Post-quantum encryption replaces these vulnerable methods with new, quantum-resistant algorithms built on entirely different types of math. In short: it’s like upgrading your lock today, so it’s ready for the hackers of tomorrow.
Why does a VPN need post-quantum protection?
As quantum computing advances, traditional encryption may no longer be strong enough to keep data safe. VPNs, which rely heavily on encryption to safeguard user data, must evolve to stay ahead of these emerging threats. By adopting quantum-resistant encryption, VPNs can provide a stronger, future-proof layer of security. This ensures that sensitive information remains private and protected — even against the powerful capabilities of quantum computers that could one day break current cryptographic standards.
How can you enable post-quantum protection on Surfshark?
To use post-quantum protection, all you have to do is:
- Open Settings on the Surfshark app.
- Click on VPN settings.
- Click on Protocol and select WireGuard as your protocol.
- That’s it — post-quantum protection is now automatically on when you use WireGuard!
- Jan 12, 2026
- Date parsed from source:Jan 12, 2026
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark Windows by Surfshark
Surfshark 6.4.0
Windows adds a fresh design, smoother onboarding, and bug fixes.
What's new:
- We've given our app a fresh makeover with an updated design and new colors;
- We've improved our app onboarding process to ensure an even smoother experience;
- Of course, we've included a few bug fixes and behind-the-scenes improvements.
- Dec 18, 2025
- Date parsed from source:Dec 18, 2025
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Dedicated IP is now on Linux!
Surfshark now supports dedicated IP in its Linux GUI app, giving users more control and flexibility over their IP address. The paid add-on can now be purchased and used directly in the app, bringing dedicated IP access to Linux alongside other Surfshark platforms.
What’s new and what does it mean to you?
We’re thrilled to announce that you can now connect to your dedicated IP using our Linux GUI app. This gives even more control and flexibility over your IP (Internet Protocol) address. Want to get all the details? Read along!
While dedicated IP has been a feature of Surfshark for some time now, we’re now extending it to our Linux GUI app users.
This means Linux enthusiasts can now enjoy the benefits of a dedicated IP directly from the app, adding more flexibility and enhancing their online experience with ease.
What is dedicated IP, and why might you need it?
Think of a dedicated IP as your own permanent address in the online world — a unique identifier that’s exclusively yours.
Unlike shared IPs, which multiple users use, a dedicated IP provides a consistent IP address that’s yours. This is particularly beneficial for accessing services that require a stable connection, such as remote servers or online banking.
With a dedicated IP, you’ll encounter fewer CAPTCHAs (those tedious requests to select a picture to prove you’re not a robot) and verification problems, ensuring a smoother browsing experience.
How to get dedicated IP on Linux
Dedicated IP is a paid add-on to any Surfshark bundle. To get it, you’d need to visit your Surfshark account and go to the Dedicated IP tab. Purchase a dedicated IP, and you’ll be asked to choose one of our dedicated IP locations.
At the moment, we offer these dedicated IP locations:
- The US — Los Angeles
- The US — New York
- The US — Dallas
- The US — San Jose
- The US — Denver
- The US — Las Vegas
- Brazil — São Paulo
- Canada — Toronto
- Australia — Sydney
- The UK — London
- The Netherlands — Amsterdam
- Germany — Frankfurt
- Italy — Milan
- France — Paris
- Poland — Warsaw
- Japan — Tokyo
- Hong Kong — Hong Kong
- Singapore — Singapore
- Turkey — Istanbul
- South Africa — Johannesburg
The number of available dedicated IPs per location is limited, meaning some may not always be available for purchase. But don’t worry — we’ll keep restocking them.
After purchasing, you’ll see your IP in the Dedicated IP tab in your app. Select it to connect.
Final note: check out dedicated IP
With Surfshark’s dedicated IP now available on Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Apple TV, and browser extensions, you get even more flexibility! Check it out if you need more control over your IP address.
Original source - Dec 1, 2025
- Date parsed from source:Dec 1, 2025
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Surfshark Windows by Surfshark
Surfshark 6.3.0
Windows improves stability and speed with performance enhancements and minor bug fixes.
What's new
- We implemented general performance enhancements to improve stability and speed;
- As always, we fixed some minor bugs for an even smoother user experience.
- Nov 24, 2025
- Date parsed from source:Nov 24, 2025
- First seen by Releasebot:May 2, 2026
Powering innovation in online privacy with the new Multi IP and upgraded rotating IP
Surfshark adds Multi IP and an upgraded rotating IP for macOS, giving users more advanced privacy controls by changing or separating IP addresses across sessions and websites through Surfshark Nexus.
We’re proud to unveil our latest innovations: the Multi IP feature and an upgraded rotating IP. These cutting-edge tools are designed to take your online privacy to the next level. Read on to discover how these features work and why you should use them.
Why are these features important?
These days, we spend most of our time online, whether working, catching up with friends, or watching movies. All these activities require an internet connection, which, unfortunately, can attract snoopers.
To protect your privacy from snoopers, Multi IP and rotating IP ensure that your actions appear to originate from different IP addresses across sessions.
While the IP rotator changes your IP address automatically every five minutes, depending on your chosen location globally, the Multi IP feature routes your traffic to every session or website via a separate IP.
This reduces the ability of advertisers and data brokers to link your visits and build profiles, thereby diminishing the reach of targeted ads.
What is a rotating IP?
A rotating IP is a feature that automatically changes your IP address every five minutes. Just like Multi IP, rotating IP works within your selected country, region, or globally, ensuring your online activities remain virtually untraceable.
How does rotating IP work?
Rotating IP automatically switches your IP address within your chosen location. This means that even if you stay connected to the same country or city, your IP address will change, making it difficult for third parties to track what you do online.
What is Multi IP?
Multi IP is an innovative solution that routes your internet traffic through a different IP address for every new session or website you visit. Unlike rotating IP, all your resources and sessions will have different IP addresses.
This eliminates the need to manually set up separate VPN connections or repeatedly disconnect and reconnect your VPN to achieve different IP addresses for various purposes.
How does Multi IP work?
Unlike traditional VPN connections, where all traffic exits through a single IP, Multi IP assigns a unique IP to each online resource you access. This feature can be customized to change IPs within a specific country, region, or globally, providing unparalleled control over your online privacy.
How are these features possible?
It’s all thanks to Surfshark Nexus, built on patented unique Surfshark technology. It uses Software Defined Networking (SDN) to connect our VPN servers to a single, global network.
Once all servers are in the same network, you can connect to any country you want, add another one, change the server and still keep your VPN connection, as all servers are part of the same network.
The united server network — Surfshark Nexus — improves your experience when using a VPN and makes your connection safer and stronger. Nexus also creates many opportunities for cutting-edge innovations, such as Multi IP and rotating IP.
How do you use these features?
Currently, these features are available for Surfshark macOS users. It can be enabled in the Advanced settings.
The features are intended for those requiring the utmost privacy. Selecting to rotate your IP globally with Multi IP or rotating IP may affect your internet experience, as some websites or apps might not work properly with a frequently changing IP.
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