Shadowrocket

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App Download

Search for ‘Shadowrocket’ in the App Store or download the app using the link below.

Shadowrocket
Utilities$2.99iOS Universal

You will need to change your Apple ID’s country or region. Please refer to this for instructions on how to change it.

App Setup

Follow the steps below to load server information. Please ensure you are in an environment with internet access.

1. After downloading the app, log in to your account from the device and select the relevant service under ‘Active Services’

2. On the page displaying data usage, open ‘iOS App’ and tap ‘One-click Import’ for ‘Shadowrocket’ → Select ‘Open’. The subscription URL will be loaded automatically.

You can also load server information from a QR code. After selecting “Show QR Code” under “One-Click Import,” open Shadowrocket and scan the QR code using the camera icon at the top left.

How to Use App

Toggle on and off using the switch below the plus button. The first time you turn the toggle on, you will be asked if you want to install the VPN configuration. Choose ‘Allow’ to install.

Modes

You can switch modes from “Global Routing”. Enabling fallback will automatically switch servers, so it is usually recommended to use it with the fallback turned off.

  • Proxy → All data traffic go through the server
  • Config → To bypass mainland IP
  • Direct → NO data traffic goes through the server
  • Scene → Apply connection rules for each Wi-Fi or cellular

Update Server Information

You can update from the icon at the bottom of “Connection Test” or from the icon next to the subscription name on the right.

 You can set auto update from “Settings” → “Subscribe” → “Update on Open”

Note

  • Server information (including Subscription URL) is a private information. For secure usage, be careful not to upload it on SNS (WeChat, QQ, etc.) or share it with unauthorized third parties. 
  • Contact the developer of a third-party app if there is a problem with it. UCSS shall not be liable for any use of app not developed by UCSS.
  • The local situation in China is under monitoring in real time and UCSS keeps the server information up to date. Check the latest notice at UCSS official Twitter.

Contact Us

You can access AI support in English via the chat button at the bottom right of the screen.

If you cannot find the answer in the setup guide, FAQs, or AI support, please contact our support team.

Contact Support Team