Safing SPN

What is Safing SPN

Safing SPN (Safing Privacy Network) is a privacy tool built into the open-source Portmaster application. Unlike conventional VPNs that route all traffic through a single server, SPN calculates a separate path for each connection, routing it through different nodes with layered encryption at every hop. The result is per-connection IP separation across all applications-each app gets a distinct exit IP at a different location. As of 2026-05-30, SPN is developed and operated by IVPN following its acquisition of Safing ICS Technologies GmbH.

How no-KYC is it?

Safing SPN does not require identity verification. Users can sign up without submitting government ID, and the service explicitly accepts privacy-preserving payment methods. The privacy policy outlines standard data collection for account management and support, but there is no KYC gate for accessing SPN. Accounts can be created with minimal information, and the option to pay with Bitcoin or Monero further reduces the need to link financial identity to service usage.

Privacy & security

SPN's architecture is inspired by Tor but designed for ease of use. It employs onion routing with layered encryption at each hop, and the source code is fully open source under active development on GitHub. The system routes all connections-TCP and UDP-at the network layer, protecting the entire computer rather than just a browser. Users can exclude specific apps or domains, restrict exit nodes to certain countries, and configure rules globally or per-application. Portmaster's free tier adds system-wide tracker and malware blocking, DNS-over-TLS, and real-time connection monitoring. The SPN does not rely on a kill switch; its design inherently prevents single-point exposure.

Payments, fees & limits

Pricing changed in February 2026. Portmaster Pro, which includes SPN access, now costs €80/year or €8/month-down from the previous €99/year and €9.90/month. Portmaster Plus remains €40/year and adds investigative features without SPN. The core Portmaster application remains free. Accepted payment methods include credit card, PayPal, Bitcoin, Monero, and cash. Existing subscribers on recurring billing automatically receive the reduced rate at their next cycle, though PayPal limitations may delay this for renewals on or before March 6, 2026.

User experience & support

SPN runs on Windows and Linux (Debian/Ubuntu .deb and Fedora .rpm packages). Mac and mobile support are planned but not yet available. Setup is designed as "plug and play"-download Portmaster, enable SPN, and all connections are protected without browser-only limitations. The interface allows granular control: monitor network activity in real time, create custom rules, and adjust settings per app. Support channels include community Discord, email, and documentation via the Safing wiki. Some users on forums report occasional networking stack issues after system updates, though these appear resolvable with support intervention.

Who it's for

SPN suits privacy-conscious users whose threat model requires more than a basic VPN but who find Tor too complex or limiting for full-device protection. It appeals to those wanting simultaneous multi-identity browsing, automatic geo-unblocking per connection, and system-wide coverage without manual configuration. The open-source foundation and crypto payment options make it attractive to the no-KYC and self-custody community. Users needing mobile protection or seeking the maturity and broader node network of Tor may prefer to wait or combine tools.