A new private VPN called Outline was created to address the issue of government surveillance and data security for journalists, activists, and whistleblowers. The VPN is designed to be easy to use, secure, and resistant to censorship. It uses a combination of protocols, including Shadowsocks, to encrypt internet traffic and make it difficult to detect. Outline also allows users to create their own private VPN in just three easy steps, making it accessible to those with limited technical ability. The VPN's simplicity and security features were designed to empower individuals who are disproportionately vulnerable to online attacks due to their work on exposing corruption and promoting social change.