New Update Mullvad VPN introduces smarter & more flexible multihop modes for improved privacy control

[lokamoka820]

We’ve updated the Multihop feature with different modes, to make it more flexible and easier to use.

Multihop can be a great tool for adding an extra layer of security by routing your connection through multiple servers. This means you don’t have to rely on a single server, potentially helping to improve your privacy.

Multihop modes​

Not all of our servers support every feature or setting in the app. This means that tweaking your settings can sometimes cause your connection to be blocked. This is why we’re introducing Multihop modes; When needed, Always, and Never. With the “When needed” mode giving you more flexibility to use the settings and features you want without inadvertently blocking your connection.

Automatic location​

To make it easier for users that always want to multihop, but don’t necessarily want to control which entry server the app connects through, we’ve added an Automatic location. This allows the app to choose an optimal location, something close enough in distance but still supporting all of your enabled features.

What happens to your current settings?​

When upgrading the app, you will be migrated to one of the new multihop modes based on your previous settings. You will be notified of this when first opening the app.

Multihop​

If you were already using multihop before this update, your current settings will automatically map to the closest equivalent mode whenever possible. Some examples of migrations:

• Multihop: On, DAITA: On, Direct only: Off, Filters: Off → Multihop mode: Always, with the “Automatic” entry server
• Multihop: Off, DAITA: Off, Direct only: Off, Filters: Off → Multihop mode: When needed
• Multihop: On, DAITA: Off, Direct only: Off, Filters: Off → Multihop mode: Always

Introducing Multihop modes

We’ve updated the Multihop feature with different modes, to make it more flexible and easier to use.

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[furqanashraf]

Nice that Mullvad split this into modes instead of one on/off switch. The old setup could quietly block your connection if settings clashed, with no clear reason why. "When needed" sounds like a smart default for most people. Curious how well the Automatic entry server works compared to picking one yourself. Good that old configs get mapped to a new mode instead of just resetting everyone.

 

[Zero Knowledge]

Always use WireGuard client but may revisit Mullvad client now for multi-hop.