Step 1:Download Shadowsocks VPN

Shadowsocks VPN is a popular open-sourceVPN service that offers a free trial period. Here's a step-by-step guide to setting it up: Go to the official website https://shadowsocks.org/.

1. Download theTrial.exe file (This is the free trial version).
2. Install the software on your computer.

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Step 2: Create an Account

1. Go to https://shadowsocks.org/.
2. Create a new account using your social media or email address.
3. Fill in your personal details and create a username and password.

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Step 3: Choose a Plan

Shadowsocks offers several plans to choose from:

• Basic: Free for 2 months, then $1/month for 2 years.
• Pro: $4.99/month for 2 years.
• Enterprise: $19.99/month for 2 years.

Refer to the Shadowsocks account settings page to select your preferred plan.

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Step 4: Configure Settings

shadowsocks requires you to configure several settings before you can use the VPN. Here’s how to do it:

Basic Settings

1. Proxies: Enable Proxy Server and set a proxy server URL (e.g., [https:// Shadowsocks.org/](https:// Shadowsocks.org/)).
2. Usage: Select Web, Email, or Phone.
3. Speed: Choose a protocol (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS).
4. DNS: Enable DNS server and set a DNS server URL.

Pro Settings

• Enable DNS Server, DNS Server URL, and DNS Server Name.
• Choose a DNS server (e.g., OpenDNS, Domain Name Service).
• Set a DNS server URL (e.g., [https:// shadowsocks.org/](https:// shadowsocks.org/)).

Enterprise Settings

• Enable DNS Server, DNS Server URL, and DNS Server Name.
• Set a DNS server URL (e.g., [https:// shadowsocks.org/](https:// shadowsocks.org/)).
• Set a DNS name (e.g., Shadowsocks).

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Step 5: Substitute and Log In

1. Substitute your browser address with https:// shadowsocks.org/ (if you have a local web server).
2. Log in using your username and password.

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Step 6: Log In to Your Account

1. Open your browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari).
2. Go to [https:// shadowsocks.org/](https:// shadowsocks.org/).
3. Click on Sign In.
4. Enter your username and password.

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Step 7: Test Your VPN

• Web: Open a browser and type http://username:password.com (e.g., http:// shadowsocks.org/).
• Email: Open a browser and type mailto:username@shadowsocks.org.
• Phone: Open a browser and type +1 (username:password) +22.

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Step 8: Keep an Eye on Your Account

• Keep an eye on your account details to prevent accidental login.
• Do not share your credentials with anyone.

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Additional Notes

• Shadowsocks is a free trial, but you can upgrade your account for additional features like a firewall or DNS server.
• If you have a password manager, make sure to enable password recovery for Shadowsocks.

Let me know if you have any questions!