Shimo 6 is a major new release with a modern foundation for current and future Macs.

A refreshed macOS experience

• A modernized interface with a refined design, including Liquid Glass styling.

• Updated visual details across account setup, preferences, connection status, menus, and provider icons.

• A redesigned Add Profile experience with clearer protocol selection and VPN-provider suggestions.

• Built for the latest versions of macOS, including macOS 27 Golden Gate.

More VPN options

• New built-in support for WireGuard, with improved configuration import, full-tunnel operation, routing, and DNS handling.

• New experimental support for AmneziaWG.

• Expanded OpenConnect compatibility for Cisco AnyConnect, Fortinet FortiGate, Palo Alto GlobalProtect, Pulse Secure/Ivanti, Juniper, F5, and Array Networks VPNs.

• Improved OpenVPN support, including IPv6 leak protection.

More reliable connections

• Safer, native macOS network and route management.

• Improved VPN disconnect cleanup, rollback, diagnostics, and last-resort network recovery.

• More reliable privileged-helper installation and clearer guidance when macOS requires background-item approval.

• An optional beta update channel for users who want early access to upcoming Shimo improvements.

Your existing accounts, preferences, vault items, and supported data are carried forward when upgrading to Shimo 6.