snix

# snix - Browse the internet without content restrictions Snix is a client-side tool designed to help users reach websites that may be blocked in their region. It employs SNI-spoofing to bypass deep packet inspection (DPI) by altering the server name indication in TLS handshakes, making traffic appear to target a permitted site. The program runs as a single executable file without requiring external libraries or complex installation. ## System Requirements - **Operating System:** Windows 10 or Windows 11 - **Network:** Stable internet connection - **Permissions:** Administrative rights for network tools; allow firewall prompts - **Resource Usage:** Minimal memory footprint ## Download and Setup 1. Download the `.exe` asset from the project's release section (linked in the README). 2. Save it to a convenient folder (e.g., Downloads or Desktop). 3. Move `snix.exe` into its own dedicated folder. 4. Run it as administrator if prompted. A console window will open showing proxy status; keep it open while browsing. ## Configuration Snix acts as a local proxy. Configure your browser to use a manual proxy: - **Address:** `127.0.0.1` - **Port:** `8080` After saving, test by visiting a previously blocked site. If it loads, setup is successful. ## Troubleshooting - Ensure the snix console window remains open. - Verify firewall allows port 8080. - Confirm browser proxy settings match the port. - Add an exception in antivirus software if flagged (common for network tools). - Restart the computer if network settings do not update. ## Usage Guidelines - Use responsibly and check local laws regarding internet access. - Snix is not a VPN or privacy tool; it specifically bypasses packet inspection. - Check for updates periodically for speed and reliability improvements. ## How It Works When visiting a website, your computer sends a TLS handshake with an SNI field. ISPs or firewalls inspect this field to block access. Snix modifies this request to present a spoofed SNI of an allowed domain, tricking the DPI system into permitting the connection. The browser then connects to the intended site. The process happens in milliseconds without noticeable delay. Since it uses no external libraries, it remains lightweight and operates entirely locally.