lantern ☆
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Description:
Open Internet For All
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 7.8.6@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @getlantern  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: censorship-circumvention vpn proxy internet-freedom privacy
Install: brew install --cask lantern
About:
Lantern is a cross-platform internet circumvention tool designed to provide open access to the open internet. It intelligently routes traffic through a network of peer-to-peer and trusted proxy nodes to bypass censorship and firewalls. The tool prioritizes connection speed and reliability while maintaining user privacy.
Key Features:
  • Peer-to-peer and proxy network for uncensored access
  • Automatic connection optimization for speed and reliability
  • Cross-platform support including macOS, Windows, and Linux
  • No configuration required - works out of the box
Use Cases:
  • Accessing blocked websites and services in censored regions
  • Protecting internet traffic on restrictive networks
Alternatives:
  • Shadowsocks – Requires manual server configuration and technical setup
  • Tor – Provides stronger anonymity but significantly slower speeds
  • Psiphon – Similar circumvention tool with different network architecture
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jul 8, 2024 10:08pm 7.8.6 0 VERSION_BUMP 3d2d35a5
Dec 24, 2023 9:24am 7.7.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 9c677338
Oct 19, 2023 12:56pm 7.6.15 0 VERSION_BUMP 6c6bacf6
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