Features
Explore the core features and technology behind SurfShark Accelerator
Next-Gen WireGuard Protocol
SurfShark Accelerator fully implements the WireGuard protocol, which contains only 1/100th the code of IPsec, yet can provide 3-5 times faster transmission speeds. The streamlined code means a smaller attack surface and higher security, allowing you to enjoy peak performance without worrying about privacy breaches.
Audited No-Logs Policy
SurfShark Accelerator enforces the strictest no-logs policy in the industry—no records of your connection times, websites visited, IP addresses, or any browsing data. This policy has been independently audited by the globally recognized security firm Cure53, with a complete report published to ensure every promise stands the test.
Millisecond-Level Smart Connection
SurfShark Accelerator's smart routing engine actively monitors the latency and load on global nodes, automatically matching you with the optimal route. With a single click, latency can be as low as 15ms, providing a smooth experience for video conferencing, online gaming, or 4K streaming without buffering.
Node Coverage in Over 80 Countries
SurfShark Accelerator has deployed over 3000 high-speed servers in more than 80 countries and regions including North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East. Each server operates in pure RAM mode, erasing all data upon reboot, effectively eliminating the possibility of data retention at the hardware level.
One Account, 6 Devices Online Simultaneously
With a single SurfShark Accelerator account, you can protect your phone, computer, tablet, smart TV, and router simultaneously—up to 6 devices at once for a secure network shared by your whole family, without extra fees. After configuring your router, you can even protect IoT devices that don't support accelerator.
24/7 Professional Customer Support
SurfShark Accelerator boasts a bilingual customer service team that provides round-the-clock support. Whether it's installation, connection issues, or account management, you can receive instant, professional assistance via live chat or email, with an average response time of under 2 minutes.
In-Depth Analysis of Protocol Technology
Discover how the cutting-edge routing protocol adopted by SurfShark Accelerator delivers unmatched speed and security.
Core Architecture of WireGuard
SurfShark Accelerator has built a new routing engine based on the WireGuard protocol. WireGuard achieves full accelerator functionalities with around 4000 lines of code, while traditional IPsec requires over 600,000 lines. The streamlined code means a smaller attack surface, lower latency, and higher throughput. In our internal tests, the handshake speed of WireGuard is three times faster than IKEv2 and eight times faster than IPsec.
Noise Protocol Framework Encryption
SurfShark Accelerator's implementation of WireGuard uses the Noise protocol framework for key exchange, employing Curve25519 for ECDH key negotiation, ChaCha20-Poly1305 for symmetric encryption, and BLAKE2s for hashing. This combination of cryptographic primitives has been widely validated by academia and industry, providing forward-looking security against quantum computing attacks.
Smart Protocol Switching
In certain network environments, WireGuard's UDP traffic may face restrictions. SurfShark Accelerator includes a smart protocol switching feature that automatically detects network conditions and seamlessly switches between WireGuard, IKEv2, and our self-developed obfuscation protocol to ensure stable connectivity in any environment. The entire switching process is completed within 500 milliseconds, virtually imperceptible to users.
Multi-hop and split routing
SurfShark Accelerator supports multi-hop connections, allowing data to be relayed through two or more acceleration servers, providing an extra layer of anonymity for users requiring extreme privacy. Additionally, the split routing feature lets you choose which applications to route through the accelerator and which to connect directly to the local network, achieving the best balance between performance and security.
Encryption and Privacy Protection
Multi-layer encryption technology and a strict privacy policy offer comprehensive protection for your digital life.
AES-256-GCM Encryption Standard
SurfShark Accelerator utilizes AES-256-GCM encryption mode for all transmitted data. AES-256 is the encryption standard approved by the NSA for protecting “top secret” information. Even with the strongest supercomputers available today, it would take billions of years to crack. Each connection generates a unique session key, ensuring forward secrecy.
DNS Leak Protection
SurfShark Accelerator operates its own private DNS server cluster, ensuring all DNS queries are resolved through encrypted connections, eliminating the risk of DNS leaks. We additionally have built-in WebRTC leak protection and IPv6 leak protection, ensuring your real IP address remains undisclosed under any circumstances. You can verify your protection status at any time using the built-in leak testing tool.
Kill Switch
SurfShark Accelerator's network lock feature (Kill Switch) can immediately cut off all internet traffic if the acceleration connection is unexpectedly dropped, preventing any data from leaking in an unencrypted state. This feature supports both system-level and application-level modes: system-level mode protects all traffic, while application-level mode protects only designated applications, giving users maximum flexibility.
RAM-Only Pure Memory Servers
SurfShark Accelerator's more than 3000 servers run exclusively in pure RAM mode. This means there are no hard drives on the servers; all data is processed solely in memory. Upon each server reboot, all data is completely wiped. Even if a server is physically seized, no user data can be extracted. This represents the highest standard of data protection in the industry.
Streaming and Entertainment Optimization
High-speed connections optimized for streaming and online entertainment, allowing you to enjoy global content without interruption.
4K Ultra HD Streaming Support
SurfShark Accelerator's high-speed nodes are specifically optimized to reliably support the transmission needs of 4K Ultra HD (2160p) video streams. Whether it's HD movies, live sports events, or music videos, SurfShark Accelerator ensures a stable, smooth, and buffer-free viewing experience, maintaining connection speeds above 500Mbps on gigabit broadband.
Gaming Acceleration and Low Latency
SurfShark Accelerator is specially optimized for online gaming. Our smart routing engine automatically selects the route with the lowest latency to gaming servers. In our tests, the latency to Asia-Pacific gaming servers is as low as 10ms, with North American servers around 60ms. DDoS protection prevents you from being targeted by malicious attacks during gameplay.
P2P and Torrent Download Optimization
SurfShark Accelerator has enabled P2P optimization on nodes in over 30 countries. We do not limit the bandwidth or speed of P2P protocols like BitTorrent, while encrypting your download activities to shield them from ISP monitoring and throttling. The port forwarding feature can enhance seeding efficiency and support faster upload speeds.
Smart Content Acceleration Technology
SurfShark Accelerator's proprietary SmartRoute technology intelligently recognizes the type of content you are accessing, automatically selecting the most optimized transmission path. It automatically switches to streaming-optimized nodes when watching videos, to high-bandwidth nodes when downloading files, and prioritizes low-latency nodes when browsing the web. The entire process is fully automated with no manual intervention required.