How to use Surfshark NoBorders

Updated: April 08, 2025 13:49

This tutorial will teach you about the basics of the NoBorders feature and how to use it on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

You will need Surfshark application installed on one of the devices and an active Surfshark subscription, which you can purchase on our pricing page.

What is NoBorders?

NoBorders is a feature that allows the use of a VPN through network restrictions such as geoblocking or government censorship. If Surfshark app detects any restrictions on your network, it automatically enables the NoBorders, giving you a selected list of servers performing best under these network restrictions.

Typically, NoBorders mode will turn on automatically whenever needed. However, you can enable it manually as well.

Turn on NoBorders on Windows

Launch the Surfshark app and open the Settings tab.
Click on VPN Settings.
Scroll down and look for Advanced Settings – you'll find the NoBorders feature there. Toggle the switch to turn it on or off.

Turn on NoBorders on Android

Open the Surfshark app and go to Settings.
Proceed to the VPN settings tab.
Scroll down and look for Advanced settings. If you can't see it, tap and hold the Protocol tab for 3 seconds.
You will find the NoBorders feature here. Toggle the switch to turn it on or off.

Turn on NoBorders on iOS

Open the Surfshark app and go to Settings.
Tap VPN Settings.
Scroll down and look for Advanced Settings — you’ll find the NoBorders feature there. Toggle the switch to turn it on or off.

Turn on NoBorders on macOS

Open the Surfshark app and click on Settings.
Click on VPN Settings.
Scroll down and look for Advanced Settings — you’ll find the NoBorders feature there. Toggle the switch to turn it on or off.