Shimo
Shimo is a VPN client for macOS that provides secure network connectivity and privacy protection. It was designed to support various VPN protocols and allow users to establish encrypted connections to remote networks and services. The app served users who needed straightforward VPN access without complex configuration, appealing to both individual users and small teams requiring remote network access.
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1 suggestionShimo has been discontinued by its developer and will not receive further updates or support. According to multiple sources, when the developers were contacted about Apple Silicon compatibility, they explicitly stated they have no plans to add native support. The app runs today under Rosetta 2 emulation on Apple Silicon Macs, but will stop working entirely when Apple removes Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (September 2028). You should migrate to an actively maintained native VPN client before that deadline. Popular alternatives with confirmed native Apple Silicon support include Mullvad VPN (free and open-source), Proton VPN (freemium with paid plans), ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Surfshark — all of which are still actively developed and run natively on M-series Macs. Contact your VPN provider's support team or review your network requirements to find the best replacement for your use case.
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