# Shadowscale

> VPN client for secure internet access via QR code or URL import. (iPhone/iPad app by Wanwire LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowscale/id1408634435 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wanwire LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721234995)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2018-08-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowscale/id1408634435/reviews.md

## What is Shadowscale?

A VPN client for WEB. Allows configuration to be imported by scanning QR codes or by manually entering URLs with the settings.

## Key features

- VPN client
- QR code configuration import
- Manual URL configuration
- Secure internet access
- Enhanced online privacy

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowscale/id1408634435/reviews.md

### 5/5 — It was great but it’s been replaced. Check the website.

*2024-06-26, version 2.4.3*

The VPN that used this app is very good and stable. This app finally stopped working for me yesterday so I checked here (no updates for 7 months, not good) and finally got around to going to my VPN website, where they suggest a new app now. I downloaded that one and it is working very well. (No, sorry, I’m not going to mention the website or new app. If you actually live somewhere where you need a VPN, you’ll understand that we don’t draw attention to our VPNS by randomly mentioning them in public.)
So if you’ve been using this one, go check your VPN website and switch to the new app.

### 5/5 — 网站无法登陆

*2023-04-09, version 2.3.5*

最近网站登陆不进去，怎么办呢？

### 5/5 — Wow

*2022-11-17, version 2.3.0*

I

### 1/5 — URL

*2022-05-06, version 2.2.7*

There is no explanation how to get or buy url for Shadowscale!

### 5/5 — A

*2022-01-03, version 2.2.6*

Не подключается на Iphone пишет network cellurar

### 5/5 — Super VPN

*2020-12-30*

This app works perfectly alongside 12VPN and supports the use of the shadow socks protocols perfectly. I switched from ExpressVPN to use this and it is lightweight, fast and reliable. Highly recommended! The new update provide a great new main interface to check pings and verify the vpn server is functional.

### 3/5 — Sometimes has issues disconnecting

*2020-10-02, version 2.0.9*

The apps works well for the most part but sometimes it becomes unresponsive or when I press the disconnect button it take a very long time.  Sometimes the only way I can get it to disconnect is to put the phone into airplane mode to force it to be interrupted.

### 4/5 — 最近一开YouTube就断线

*2020-06-09, version 2.0.5*

谷歌还行

### 5/5 — Always reliable!

*2020-05-22, version 2.0.4*

Nothing to complain about

### 1/5 — Where is previous connection ?

*2020-04-23, version 2.0.2*

After update, vpn disconnecting every 5 minutes

## Frequently asked questions about Shadowscale

### How do I set up Shadowscale?

Shadowscale allows for easy configuration import. You can scan a QR code containing your VPN settings or manually enter the URL provided by your VPN service.

### What devices does Shadowscale support?

Shadowscale is available for iPhone and iPad, offering a seamless experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### Is Shadowscale free to use?

Yes, Shadowscale is completely free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### How often is Shadowscale updated?

The app was last updated on November 13, 2023, with version 2.4.3. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the age rating for Shadowscale?

Shadowscale has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### What do users think of Shadowscale?

Users have rated Shadowscale highly, with an average of 4.5 stars from 20 ratings, suggesting a positive user experience.

### Does Shadowscale have ads?

No, Shadowscale does not contain advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4.3 — 2023-11-13

- Updates the server list more often
- Requires server list to be no older than 12 hours when attempting to connect to a server to avoid using out-of-date settings

### 2.4.2 — 2023-10-10

- Adds "Start VPN" and "Stop VPN" app intents that can be integrated into Shortcuts
- Updates OpenSSL to 3.1.2
- Fixes a bug causing the VPN connection to get stuck for some time upon a configuration error
- Fixes a dark mode issue in the Widget
- Small bug fixes and improvements

### 2.4.1 — 2023-08-30

- Shows a human readable timestamp of last configuration update
- Fixes a bug in the configuration parser that could lead to a crash
- Fixes a bug in handling unreachable server addresses causing the whole VPN server to become unreachable

### 2.4.0 — 2023-06-13

Adds pull-to-refresh to update the server list

### 2.3.5 — 2023-03-24

- Fixes a compatibility issue with IPv6 only networks
- Maintenance

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## More apps by Wanwire LLC

- [Floxcore](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/floxcore/id6475118698)

All apps by Wanwire LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1721234995

## Related topics

[12vpx](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/12vpx)

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