macOS Setup Guide
Complete configuration guide for macOS (Intel & Apple Silicon)
1
Download & Install
Install via DMG or PKG
2
Import Config
Copy link, import from clipboard
3
One-Click Connect
Select node, enable System Proxy
OS Version
macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or higher
Chip Support
Universal (Intel & Apple Silicon)
Step 1: Download and Installation
Step 2: Import Configuration
Step 3: Connect and Use
- Select Node: In node list, click Lightning Icon to test latency.
- Connect: Click the large round button in the center.
- Permissions: On first connection, macOS will prompt “Hiddify Next would like to add VPN configurations”. Click Allow and enter password or Touch ID.
Success
Connected! A VPN icon appears in the top menu bar. You can open Safari and visit Google or YouTube to test.
Advanced Features
System Proxy vs TUN Mode
- System Proxy (Default): Only proxies apps that respect system proxy settings (e.g., Browsers).
- TUN Mode: Captures entire system network, suitable for Terminal, Games, etc. Requires enabling TUN Service permission in Settings.
Auto-Update Subscription
Recommended to set auto-update to prevent node expiration.
- Click the Menu Icon (Three dots) next to imported subscription
- Select Edit
- Set Auto Update interval, e.g., 12h or 24h
FAQ
How to uninstall?
- Quit Hiddify Next app
- Open Finder, go to Applications
- Drag Hiddify Next to Trash
- (Optional) Clean config files in `~/Library/Application Support/HiddifyNext`
Do M1/M2/M3 chips need a special version?
No. The macOS version provided via Hiddify Next is a **Universal** app, containing code for both Intel and Apple Silicon. macOS automatically selects the optimal code to run.