Psiphon

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Psiphon provides uncensored internet access for Windows and Mobile.

Target Customer

Individuals in freedom-restricted environments seeking uncensored access; organizations such as international broadcasters, independent media outlets, and NGOs delivering content in restrictive information environments.

Key Differentiator

Open-source circumvention platform that combines VPN, SSH, and HTTP Proxy technologies with a secure network of constantly changing servers and blocking-resilient protocols, plus optional speed boosts and in-app PsiCash tokens.

Implementation Timeline

Not specified in content

Pain Points

1Censorship or blocking of content by country, corporation, or campus
2Difficulty accessing desired online content due to network restrictions
3Security risks on public WiFi and need for a safer browsing path

Key Features

1Hybrid circumvention technology using VPN, SSH, and HTTP Proxy
2Open-source platform that is peer-reviewed and audited
3Secure network with constantly changing servers and blocking-resilient protocols
4Live analytics dashboard to track impact of the Psiphon Network
5Speed Boost option and PsiCash tokens for on-demand speed enhancements
6Cross-platform availability (Windows, Android, iOS, Mac) with multiple download options

Target Customer Industries

Client Results

1Since 2008, Psiphon has helped millions of people in freedom-restricted countries safely access censored knowledge and ideas
2Impact tracking via a live analytics dashboard to monitor Psiphon Network reach and effect

Competitive Advantages

1Open-source, peer-reviewed and audited for transparency and security
2Hybrid circumvention approach (VPN, SSH, HTTP Proxy) rather than a single technology
3Dynamic, changing server network and blocking-resilient protocols for robust access
4Free usage with optional paid speed enhancements (Speed Boost) and PsiCash tokens
5Multi-platform availability and direct download options

Key Benefits

1Uncensored access to the Internet

2Secure browsing on untrusted networks (e.g., public WiFi)

3Open-source transparency and peer-reviewed security

4Cross-platform availability

5Impact tracking via live analytics and optional speed boosts

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Circumvention software for Windows and Mobile platforms that provides uncensored access to Internet content.

Target Market

Individuals in censorship-restricted environments; organizations such as international broadcasters, independent media, and NGOs that deliver content in restrictive information environments.

Unique Value Proposition

Psiphon uniquely provides uncensored internet access using a hybrid circumvention approach (VPN, SSH, HTTP Proxy) via an open-source, peer-reviewed platform with dynamic, resilient servers and analytics, plus optional speed-boost features.

Technical Requirements

Windows 10/11 supported; legacy Windows XP/Vista; Mac computers with Apple silicon; iOS 10.2+; Android (via Google Play or direct download); Psiphon Browser for iOS (App Store) and other platform-specific apps mentioned.

Pricing Model

Free to users; optional paid speed boosts via Speed Boost and PsiCash (in-app credits)

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