Shimo for Mac

Name: Shimo
Rating: 4.7 (12 reviews)
Author: Feingeist Software

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Shimo Analysis

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Shimo is a versatile VPN client designed specifically for Mac users, offering a streamlined interface for managing multiple VPN connections. This utility allows users to connect to various VPN services effortlessly, enhancing online privacy and security. With support for multiple protocols, including OpenVPN and IPSec, Shimo caters to diverse networking needs, whether for personal use or professional environments.

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The application features an intuitive dashboard that simplifies the connection process, enabling users to switch between VPNs with a single click. Additionally, Shimo provides advanced features such as automatic connection on startup and the ability to save connection configurations securely. Its compatibility with macOS ensures a seamless integration into the user's workflow, making it an essential tool for those seeking reliable network management.

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GENERAL

Release: February 22, 2017

Latest update: June 11, 2026

Version: 4.1.5.1

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Mac

Operating System

OS X 10.8
Mac OS X
Mac OS X 10.7
OS X 10.9
OS X 10.10
OS X 10.11

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 2,468

Downloads Last Week: 4

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User Reviews

4.7/5

12 User Votes

Incredible
ylonNovember 27, 2009
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. I am absolutely thrilled with this software. I bought it just after an hour of getting Hamachi back up and going on my two workstations that were not able to work after things fell apart with the other Hamachi apps as well as lack of updates from LogMeIn. BRAVO!!!!
Doesn't handle Back To My Mac
remoevansOctober 21, 2008
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. I had heard good things around the net,but......The product seems to claim to handle Back To My Mac status, but doesn't. I was first hoping that both services could remain active with my Cisco connection and the Cisco client. That failing, I turned my attention, and my dollars, to Shimo who claimed to "handle" the connection. So far there is no difference no matter how I set preferences, I am not trying to run both clients at once, and I have sent email to the closest thing to a support address I can find (there's nothing about support on their web site) with no response now for three days. Color me disappointed for having spent $20 plus just to have the same # of clicks in my menubar as the Cisco client had in my dock. I'm very used to the Mac OS client and would truly love a one click solution to both of these issues in my menubar. Keep trying, and step up the response time. Convince me, I've paid for it!
Nice!
vintonalan_dotmacJanuary 22, 2008
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. I tried this *quickly* tonite -but first glance works WELL! Nice little clean app.
Very nice!
MacManuxJanuary 21, 2008
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. Great little app. Not that it adds any functionality of the Cisco built-in GUI, but it offers the same functions in a MUCH more mac-like user interface, and VERY unobtrusive! Keep the good stuff going! :-)
Excellent, +Works with Leopard!
nuneziglOctober 27, 2007
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. I've been using this since 1.0 came out, brilliant tool! I installed Leopard with some trepidation yesterday but I am happy to report that both CiscoVPN and Shimo worked without a hitch! Shimo is a fantastic little tool that makes it extremely convenient to connect to VPN. From the feature set it seems vaguely useless, but it really becomes second nature to connect, whereas I always felt like I had to go out of my way to connect using the Cisco GUI. Good stuff. If you're _thinking_ about downloading this, then you should.
Sweet...
headcase99June 15, 2007
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. Works extremely well on my MBP -- love it!
It finally works!!
CortigMarch 19, 2007
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. This version is the first one that finally works for me!!!! Great app (now ;-) )! A good and simple MacOS X interface with Keychain support and no need to use the awful Cisco GUi.
Wonderful
iMarcWJanuary 29, 2007
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. In the time it takes to download, you took the ugliest, least Mac-friendly application on my MacBook and made it one of the unobtrusive and easiest to use. This app does for VPN what Synergy did for iTunes or LaunchBar for the Finder.
Great replacement for CISCO VPN's shitty...
ahmed2--2008January 29, 2007
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...implemtation This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. Use this product, last version was a little buggy but usable. This one seems stable so far. I love the mac feeling i am getting for Shimo, a true OSX program! Continue the great work!
Great replacement for CISCO VPN's shitty...
ahmed2--2008January 29, 2007
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...implemtation This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. Use this product, last version was a little buggy but usable. This one seems stable so far. I love the mac feeling i am getting for Shimo, a true OSX program! Continue the great work!

Developer’s Description

By Feingeist Software

Connect to VPN easily.

VPN connections are an essential part of many people's daily life and therefore they have to be integrated seamlessly into the existing network infrastructure. Shimo detects changes in your network configuration and reacts accordingly: It automatically initiates VPN connections or reconnects interrupted connections - you don't have to take care of anything - Shimo does.

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User Reviews

Incredible

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Nice!

Very nice!

Excellent, +Works with Leopard!

Sweet...

It finally works!!

Wonderful

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Great replacement for CISCO VPN's shitty...

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