Windscribe for Mac
Block ads and trackers, and access denied content.
$69.00
In English
Version 2.10.15When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission
Windscribe overview
Windscribe is a desktop application and browser extension that work together to block ads and trackers, restore access to blocked content, and help you safeguard your privacy online. You can use up to 3 GB of data per month for free, and upgrade to unlimited usage for just $9/month or $69/year.
Features:
- Secure Public Wi-Fi - Public Internet connections are prone to being insecure and exploited by hackers. With Windscribe, you don't have to worry about that.
- Access Blocked Content - Traveling abroad and want to access your favorite entertainment content as if you were home? We've got you covered.
- Share Files Securely - Protect your Internet activity prying eyes by sending all your traffic through an encrypted tunnel
- Built-In Firewall - Keeps your IP safe if your connection drops
The published price is the per-month charge for unlimited data, and is free to use for up to 10 GB per month. Pricing information can be found here.
What’s new in version 2.10.15
- Added support for private key passwords in OpenVPN custom configs.
- Added wsnet library + switched to vcpkg dependency management system.
- Added taskbar notification when the app needs attention.
- Added a limit of 50 hostname split tunnel entries to ensure stability.
- Improved best location selection to lean towards 10 Gbps servers.
- Improved OpenVPN and WireGuard anti-censorship.
- Improved internal error handling.
- Improved IPC message passing to adhere to best practices.
- Improved helper upgrade flow.
- Improved retry efficiency for requests that are blocked [wsnet].
- Improved custom DNS to not use ctrld if custom DNS is set to an IPv4 address.
- Improved conditions for network connectivity detection.
- Improved installer robustness in error situations.
- Improved failover retry on WireGuard.
- Improved UI header transparency and color.
- Improved stability of DNS resolution for hostnames when using split tunneling.
- Improved UX of the protocol/port line when protocol selection is not available.
- Improved the look and translations on the Emergency Connect screen.
- Improved handling of custom configs with "dev tap", overriding automatically to "dev tun".
- Improved location search by allowing search by country code.
- Improved updating random hashed domains in a timely manner.
- Improved operation in Lockdown Mode by removing IKEv2 where applicable, or displaying a meaningful error.
- Improved Polish translations.
- Improved custom config credential prompt.
- Improved IP display to "---.---.---.---" if unable to get local IP, instead of "N/A".
- Improved emergency connect to always connect with the more secure algorithms.
- Improved LZMA dependency management.
- Improved exponential back-off algorithm for pings to determine failed nodes.
- Fixed tooltip not displaying when mouse hovers over protocol line for a custom config.
- Fixed app crash if app exits during startup.
- Fixed MacOS 11 bug, unable to open app after installing.
- Fixed WireGuard takes too long to connect and tunnel tests are randomly slow.
- Fixed not adding the windscribe group in the helper.
- Fixed Mac pid checking vulnerability.
- Fixed crash when using custom configs.
- Fixed a scenario where IKEv2 would be attempted in Lockdown Mode.
- Fixed Free Data usage in app doesn't update.
- Fixed failed assertion in log for EmailItem.
- Fixed Secure Hotspot password not masked in UI.
- Fixed serverlist API country_override parameter doesn't enable Circumvent Censorship on first app launch.
- Fixed ignore country override when connected to a VPN.
- Fixed right clicking on login screen may show context menu away from the widget.
- Fixed custom config stays connected if folder is removed.
- Fixed getting SSID from MacOS 14.4 since it no longer reports it via scutil.
- Fixed various compile warnings introduced in 2.10.x.
- Fixed DNS servers in the wsnet library not updating on the client connection/disconnection events.
- Fixed protocol selector should not be available in external config mode.
- Fixed selected location not reset after removing custom config folder.
- Fixed another display issue and crash in custom config credential prompt.
- Fixed display issue and crash in custom config credential prompt.
- Fixed anti-censorship flag (TLS stuffing) does not work for server API.
- Removed MAC spoofing feature if using MacOS 14.4 or later.
- Updated ctrld dependency to 1.3.7.
- Updated README.md to indicate usage of Xcode 14.2.
- Updated dependencies, c-ares to 1.25.0 and boost to 1.84.0.
- Updated README.md file (build instructions).
Windscribe for Mac
$69.00
In English
Version 2.10.15
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Sep 23 2019
Version: 1.83.1.25
From a Nord and ExpresVPN customer, this is a fantastic VPN service offering cutting edge features and functions not yet found in more commonly known VPNs. Please be aware that some VPN users may choose to connect to their VPN via an open source software kit to render a more a private communication channel, so results may vary!
Mar 6 2019
Version: 1.83.1.22
I've been using windscribe for a while now and it continues to amaze me with how good it is! Worth paying a little extra and getting proper, secure, and reliable features and system that actually works!
Jan 4 2019
Version: 1.82.1.17
I really like how easy Windscribe is to use. It has a simple set up which is easy to navigate yet still looks smart and professional. The features are great with providing you a safer surfing session plus, I love not having to worry about ads and trackers constantly annoying me. Windscribe may be a bit more expensive than other VPN's but it's definitely worth the price.
Dec 3 2018
Version: 1.82.1.17
Windscribe has been a great VPN for me, even if I don't use it that often. Normally I use windscribe every other day, but still find being a member of the pro plan the best way to make use of all its features. Very impressed with the overall layout which is easy to use, and the cruise control feature is a personal favorite as it always connected to the strongest server.
Oct 10 2018
Version: 1.82.1.17
Windscribe is a really good VPN that has a lot of useful functions, all which help in providing a safe and speedy internet session. Speeds are reliable and consistent despite the location you connect to. Cruise control is also very helpful when it comes to automatically connecting to the strongest connection. In my opinion its worth the download and the purchase of the pro plan.
