Shadowrocket Installation and Usage Guide

Shadowrocket Introduction #

Shadowrocket is a powerful iOS networking tool mainly used for managing proxy and VPN connections.

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Main Features #

  • Supports multiple proxy protocols, including Shadowsocks, VMess, Trojan, SOCKS5, HTTP(S), and more
  • Allows configuration and management of multiple proxy servers
  • Supports subscription links for easy bulk import and update of server configurations
  • Supports rule-based routing, intelligently choosing proxies based on domain name or IP address
  • Supports dark mode
  • Provides connection logs and traffic statistics
  • Enables access to geo-restricted content
  • Enhances network privacy and security
  • Paid App: Shadowrocket is a paid app and must be purchased from the App Store
  • iOS Only: Currently available only for iPhone and iPad
  • Requires Server: You must have a valid proxy server configuration before using
  • Legal Compliance: Ensure that your usage complies with local laws and regulations

Purchase and Download #

Shadowrocket is mainly used for setting up proxy internet access. Typically, users purchase a “VPN subscription” (called “airport” in Chinese). Many subscription providers offer overseas Apple IDs to make downloading Shadowrocket easier — this means you don’t need to buy a foreign Apple ID separately. Simply buy a subscription plan, and everything is ready.

Purchase link: Click to enter Baobei Cloud

  1. Register an account with your email

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  1. After registration, click the top-left corner and select Buy Subscription
  • Pay via Alipay, WeChat, or cryptocurrency

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  1. After purchasing, click User Guide, which includes instructions for all client applications and provides a temporary overseas Shadowrocket Apple ID from the provider.

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  1. Open it and find your operating system — for example, iPhone

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  1. After successfully subscribing, you’ll see the overseas Apple ID provided by the seller

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  1. Once you have the Apple ID, log into the App Store and download Shadowrocket.
  • Follow the steps shown in the image to download Shadowrocket

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Import Subscription into Shadowrocket #

  1. In the dashboard, click One-click Subscription, then Copy

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  1. Open Shadowrocket, tap Add Node, then select Type

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  1. After selecting the type, choose Subscribe

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  1. Locate the URL field, paste the copied subscription link, and click Save

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  1. You’ll now see multiple proxy nodes appear in the app — Shadowrocket is ready to use

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  1. Choose a node and tap the switch button in the upper right corner to start the proxy

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  1. The first time you use it, a VPN installation prompt will appear — click Allow

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  1. Shadowrocket is now running — try opening ChatGPT to test your connection.