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Surfshark has launched its Bypasser feature on macOS.

How to use Bypasser on Mac

Bypasser splits your internet traffic into two paths.

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One is routed through your VPN, masking your IP address and encrypting your data.

The second connects you directly to the internet, using your regular IP.

You don’t have to turn your VPN on and off, resulting in a smoother user experience.

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To use Bypasser on Mac, do these things:

Why is split tunneling on Mac tricky?

An OS update in 2020 deprecated what is known as internet Kernel Extension APIs.

If they do, it’s usually accompanied by limitations.

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Surfshark confirmed that Bypasser is available on macOS 12 and above, and did not detail any limitations.

Despite its challenges on Mac, split tunneling is routinely available on VPN apps forWindows,Android, andLinux.

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Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service).

Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad.

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