# Use Nekoray

## Introduction

Nekoray is a modern multifunctional client for working with VPN and proxy servers, providing a high level of security and privacy. The program is easy to use and does not require complex configuration, making it an ideal choice for both experienced users and beginners.

### Nekoray Features

• User-friendly Interface: The intuitive design makes it easy to manage settings and connections.

• High Performance: Optimized for fast and stable connections without speed loss.

• Cross-platform Support: Available for various operating systems, including Windows and Linux.

• Flexible Configuration: Supports custom configurations and cores, allowing the program to be adapted to your needs.

• Security: Uses modern encryption protocols.

### Supported Protocols<br>

• SOCKS (4/4a/5)

• HTTP(S)

• Shadowsocks

• VMess

• VLESS

• Trojan

With support for a wide range of protocols, Nekoray ensures maximum compatibility with various servers and services, allowing users to bypass regional restrictions and protect personal data when working online.

First, you need to set up a VPN on your server. For this, you can use the [3X-UI panel](https://wiki.spacecore.pro/en/vpn-and-privacy/3x-ui-installation). Our servers are perfect for hosting a VPN. Any minimum plan with specifications of at least: **1 vCPU / 1 GB RAM / 10 GB SSD / 100 Mbps** and **Ubuntu 20.04** will be sufficient for installation.

## Installation

Download Nekoray from the [official repository](https://github.com/MatsuriDayo/nekoray/releases/tag/3.26). We’ll demonstrate using Windows as an example. Download and extract the archive. Inside, you’ll find many files — use nekobox.exe to launch the program. Nekoray doesn’t require installation and is ready to use immediately after extracting the archive.

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When launching for the first time, select “sing-box”.

{% hint style="info" %}
Why?

We recommend choosing the Sing-box core because it offers a wider range of features and supports more protocols, ensuring better compatibility and performance.
{% endhint %}

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Copy the VPN config you set up following the instructions above. It should look like “vless\://…”. After launching the program, click on the “Server” button -> “Add profile from clipboard” or press Ctrl + V.

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After adding the config, activate “Tun Mode”. The program may prompt for a restart with administrator privileges — proceed with it.

{% hint style="info" %}
Tun Mode allows you to redirect all device network traffic through the tunnel, ensuring full proxying of all connections.
{% endhint %}

Then, right-click the config and press “Start”.

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If a lot of information appears in the log and traffic increases, it means the connection has been successfully established.

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Great! Everything works. Additionally, in the “Program” menu, you can select “Start with system”, allowing the program to start automatically when your computer boots.

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