Terms of Use
Last updated: March 2026
rocket-update.com is the official website and manual for Shadowrocket, with guidance on obtaining the app, setup instructions, and technical references. Please read these terms before using this site. If you do not agree, stop using the site. The app’s in-app license, App Store transaction terms, and any mandatory legal requirements apply to their respective matters.
1. Scope and availability
These terms apply to this site, its documentation, and its download guidance; they do not replace the in-app license agreement. The iPhone and iPad version is available on the App Store for a one-time payment of $2.99. The Mac (Apple silicon and Intel), Windows, Android, and Linux versions are free. Check the App Store listing for the iPhone and iPad system requirements.
Installers for other platforms are provided on this site at /dl/shadowrocket/. See Download for all platforms for download links. If your system blocks the app the first time you open it, follow the installation guidance on that page, verify the source, and then follow your system’s prompts.
2. Legal use and user responsibilities
You must comply with the laws, regulations, network requirements, and network terms that apply where you are located and wherever your use has an impact. Do not use Shadowrocket or materials from this site for unlawful purposes, including accessing others’ systems without authorization, stealing data, invading privacy, or otherwise violating legal rights.
Before use, make sure you are legally authorized to use the servers, accounts, and configuration data you connect to. Assess whether a configuration is suitable for your needs and keep credentials secure. Do not publicly share configurations containing subscription URLs, passwords, or keys. Remove sensitive information from diagnostic data before sharing it.
3. Configuration data and service boundaries
This site does not provide, sell, or recommend proxy nodes or subscription services. The documentation assumes you already have your own subscription or server details and explains how to import, configure, and troubleshoot them. A one-time app purchase is not a network service plan; obtaining the app and using network services independently are separate matters.
Example domains and rule snippets are for explaining syntax only; they are not working services. Before importing, verify the source of your data, rule order, and policy names, and back up your existing configuration before making changes. Any network service you use separately is provided by its respective operator, who is responsible for performance and disputes as required by law.
4. Availability and liability
This site’s content and the free versions for other platforms are provided as is. To the extent permitted by law, we do not guarantee that the documentation, download links, or app will remain available on every device or network, or that any particular connection speed, compatibility, or configuration result will be achieved. System policies, device permissions, network conditions, and user configurations may affect the results.
To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for data loss, lost configurations, interrupted connections, or indirect losses resulting from using or being unable to use the relevant content. Keep your own backups, and do not use an unverified configuration for critical operations. Nothing in this section excludes liability that cannot legally be excluded or limits rights consumers have under applicable law.
5. Intellectual property and use of content
The Shadowrocket trademark, official icon, and intellectual property rights in the app belong to its developer or the respective rights holders. The developer is Shadow Launch Technology Limited. Shadowrocket is proprietary commercial software; offering free versions for some platforms does not transfer copyright or any other rights in the software.
The text and layout of this site’s official manual are protected by applicable law. When quoting it, credit the source. Do not misrepresent its origin or alter it in a way that could mislead readers about official content. Permission to use the software is governed by the in-app license; this site’s documentation grants no rights beyond those terms.
6. Changes to these terms and help
We may revise these terms to reflect feature changes, legal requirements, or documentation maintenance. Updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” month at the top will be changed. Revisions generally apply from the date they are published and will not retroactively diminish rights users have already acquired under applicable law. Where the law requires otherwise, we will follow those requirements.
Review this page before using the relevant services. For operational questions, start with the FAQ or user guide and follow the troubleshooting steps provided. If you still need help, consult the in-app help section. If any provision is invalid under applicable law, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.