AetherST Tunnel is an Android VPN client designed for high-performance censorship circumvention, using advanced protocols like MASQUE, WireGuard, and nested WireGuard (Gool) to evade Deep Packet Inspection.

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Why it is worth attention

It combines a custom Aether Core orchestration layer with a native C-based HEV SOCKS5 engine to deliver stealthy, low-latency connectivity in highly restricted network environments, featuring real-time gateway discovery and protocol fingerprinting bypass.

Who it is for

  • Android users in countries with heavy internet censorship
  • Privacy-conscious individuals seeking robust VPN obfuscation
  • Developers and researchers working on circumvention tools
  • Advanced users who want to build from source and customize protocols

Use cases

  • Bypassing government-imposed internet filters and firewalls
  • Securing sensitive communications over public or untrusted Wi-Fi
  • Testing network resilience against DPI and protocol-based blocking
  • Using nested WireGuard (Gool) for an extra layer of encryption and obfuscation

Strengths

  • Multi-protocol support including MASQUE (HTTP/3 & HTTP/2), WireGuard, and Gool (nested WireGuard) for maximum evasion
  • Native C-based packet engine (HEV) ensures high throughput and low latency
  • Intelligent scanning with data-plane validation before establishing connections
  • Clean modern UI built with Jetpack Compose and detailed diagnostics/logging

Considerations

  • Proprietary license restricts redistribution without attribution, and source is only available for educational use
  • Android-only; no iOS or desktop version mentioned
  • Requires granting VPN and notification permissions, and setup of GitHub Actions secrets for self-building

README quick start

Installation

  1. Go to the Releases page.

Description

Advanced Multi-Protocol VPN Client for Android (MASQUE, WireGuard, Gool) powered by Aether Core and HEV SOCKS5 engine. High performance, DPI circumvention, and modern UI.

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