Surfshark Brings Bypasser Feature to macOS

Surfshark announced that it will add its Bypasser split-tunneling feature to its macOS app as part of a new update. This means that this capability is now available on all major platforms supported by Surfshark, including Windows, Android, iOS, and its browser extension.

Surfshark’s Bypasser lets users decide which apps and websites should use the encrypted connection and which ones should bypass it. Most VPN services don’t offer split tunneling for MacOS, making Surfshark a standout option.

It gives users the flexibility to seamlessly avoid using the VPN on websites or apps that block VPN traffic. It can also be used to ensure certain online services do see your real location, which can be useful for navigation apps and regional news sites, for example. Conversely, users can ensure they have a fully protected connection when using sensitive services, like banking portals or e-commerce apps.

Users familiar with Surfshark’s apps will find the process of activating Bypasser on MacOS familiar:

1. Open the Surfshark app.
2. Click the gear icon on the left-hand side panel.
3. Go to the VPN settings.
4. Click on Bypasser.
5. Select Add website or Add app.
6. Enter the website URL or find the app using the Finder tool.

This is the latest feature to join Surfshark’s many proprietary tools and technologies already available on Mac, including Rotating IP, NoBorders, and CleanWeb.

It’s a handy addition for users facing an evolving landscape of online red tape, such as the recent adult site restrictions in states like Florida. Plus, it comes as competitors continue to improve their own offerings, with ExpressVPN announcing a long-awaited visual GUI for Linux.