ShortNerdCat
ShortNerdCat
No need to manually pick a server, learn protocols, or keep changing settings.
You can get a key for free on the website, in Ratatosk, or via the Telegram bot.
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ShortNerdCat loads the available settings and prepares the connection.
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The app picks a working route and sends your traffic through The Tunnel Cat's network.
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Open sites and apps the normal way.
The main mode for everyday use. Good for when the internet works but specific sites or services don't.
A special mode for whitelisted networks and hard restrictions. Use it only when normal mode can't connect — this helps keep the whole network resilient.
If the current route stops working, the app tries to restore the connection or pick another available path.
ShortNerdCat is built primarily to get around network restrictions and route traffic through The Tunnel Cat's infrastructure. It should not be treated as a means of absolute anonymity or protection from every form of surveillance. Don't use it where a specialized anonymization system with a formally defined threat model is required.
Network conditions can change quickly. ShortNerdCat fetches current routes and connection parameters automatically. Client updates can also bring:
The Tunnel Cat doesn't see the network through your eyes. Information about regional blocks comes from users themselves. If a connection doesn't work:
Logs help find new restrictions and restore access for everyone.
Don't publish your key or hand it to strangers. If it's lost or compromised, it can be replaced. The app shows the key partially masked and never puts it in regular diagnostic logs.