Outline Server
A proxy server that runs a Shadowsocks instance for each access key and a REST API to manage the access keys.
Little to no recent activity. Treat as unmaintained until proven otherwise.
Commit activity more than 8% of tracked projects; popularity more than 71%. How this is calculated.
Commits, last 11 months
| Stars | 6.3k |
|---|---|
| Latest release | server-v1.12.3 · 24 Feb 2025 |
| Repo updated | 13 May 2026 |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 |
| Built with | Docker, Nodejs |
Is Outline Server actively maintained?
Outline Server logged 15 commits over the last 11 months, but none in the most recent quarter. Development has paused rather than stopped outright — worth watching before a production deployment.
The last tagged release, server-v1.12.3, is over 1 year old. If you deploy, expect to build from the default branch rather than a stable tag.
Outline Server ranks #5 of 9 in Proxy, placing it mid-table for maintenance activity.
What Outline Server actually does
Outline Server is a proxy application that runs individual Shadowsocks instances for separate access keys, controlled via a built-in REST API. It falls under the proxy category, providing encrypted tunnelling for network traffic. The codebase is implemented using Node.js and distributed as a Docker container.
Best fit: It is a suitable choice if you need a straightforward way to spin up and manage multiple isolated proxy access keys on your own infrastructure.
Worth knowing: The repository exhibits low maintenance activity, which may result in delayed security patches or unaddressed bugs over time. It also relies on the Shadowsocks protocol, which can be fingerprinted or blocked by sophisticated network filters.
Deployment notes
Because the application runs via Docker and Node.js, you will typically need to configure persistent storage for your access key database and ensure the necessary proxy ports are exposed on your host firewall.
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