yass
« Back to VersTracker
Description:
Lightweight and efficient, socks/http forward proxy
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.12.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Aug 7, 2024
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: proxy socks5 networking privacy tunnel
Install: brew install --cask yass
About:
YASS is a lightweight, high-performance forward proxy that supports both SOCKS5 and HTTP protocols. It is designed for efficient tunneling and secure network access, making it ideal for bypassing network restrictions and enhancing privacy. Written in C++, it focuses on minimal resource usage while maintaining robust proxy functionality.
Key Features:
  • Supports SOCKS5 and HTTP proxy protocols
  • Lightweight and efficient with low resource consumption
  • Cross-platform compatibility (macOS, Linux, Windows)
  • Secure tunneling for network traffic
  • Easy configuration and deployment
Use Cases:
  • Bypassing network firewalls or restrictions
  • Securing internet connections on public Wi-Fi
  • Forwarding traffic for development or testing environments
Alternatives:
  • shadowsocks – More feature-rich with encryption focus, while YASS is simpler and lighter
  • squid – Full-featured HTTP caching proxy, YASS is minimal forward proxy
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 7, 2024 4:30pm 1.12.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 99110a26
Jul 26, 2024 7:55pm 1.12.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 7c7212e0
Jul 24, 2024 4:16pm 1.12.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 1a381615
Jul 13, 2024 7:29pm 1.11.4 0 VERSION_BUMP 53fbf43c