Surfshark, a company that provides virtual private network (VPN) services, has rolled out several new features and expanded its offerings in 2026. These updates aim to enhance user security, privacy, and online performance. One of the key selling points of Surfshark is its unlimited simultaneous connections, which allow users to protect multiple devices—such as smartphones, tablets, and computers—with a single subscription. This feature is especially useful for families or individuals who want to secure all their devices without paying for multiple accounts. A major highlight of Surfshark's 2026 updates is the launch of its proprietary protocol, Dausos. This protocol uses a highly secure encryption method called AEGIS-256X2, which is designed to resist attacks from quantum computers. Dausos also offers faster speeds, up to 30% quicker than traditional protocols, by providing each user with a dedicated traffic tunnel instead of sharing network resources. While Dausos is currently only available on macOS, the company has received requests from Windows and Android users for broader compatibility. Surfshark also expanded its FastTrack feature to more than half of its network. FastTrack uses real-time analysis to determine the fastest possible route for data packets, potentially increasing connection speeds by up to 70%. Additionally, the company refined its Surfshark Nexus product, introduced in 2022, which is built on Software-Defined Networking (SDN) technology. This allows users to connect to the entire network simultaneously, enabling advanced features like IP rotation, multi-hop routing, and automatic failover to another server if one goes offline. Beyond network improvements, Surfshark introduced new security and convenience features. In August 2026, the company launched an AI-powered SMS anti-scam tool that scans incoming messages and flags suspicious ones. On iOS, these messages are automatically moved to the Spam folder, while Android users get a warning before opening the message. Additional features include CleanWeb, which blocks ads and malware at the DNS level; Kill Switch, which cuts off internet access if the VPN connection drops; and Camouflage Mode, which disguises encrypted traffic as regular HTTPS traffic. Other tools like NoBorders, Alternative ID, and Bypasser further enhance privacy, anonymity, and network flexibility. Surfshark has also received recognition for its security practices, earning the PCMag Editor's Choice award. The company maintains a no-logs policy, which is independently audited by Deloitte, and its servers use only RAM-based storage, ensuring that all data is erased upon reboot. In an interesting experiment, Surfshark partnered with students from the University of Malmö to test whether people can distinguish bots from humans. The results showed that younger individuals were better at detecting bots, while older people struggled more, especially when the content was emotionally charged. For users interested in trying Surfshark, the company offers several subscription plans. The Starter plan costs 2.49 € HT per month for 27 months (24 months plus three free months) or 67.23 € HT paid upfront. Additional plans, such as One and One+, include antivirus, leak monitoring, and data deletion services for enhanced protection.