HTTP Custom Tutorial: How to Secure and Optimize Your Mobile Internet

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. What is HTTP Custom?
3. Method 1: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (UDP Custom Method)
4. Method 2: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (Psiphon Method)
5. Method 3: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (Slow DNS Method)
6. Method 4: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (V2Ray Method)
7. Method 5: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (WebSocket Payload Method)
8. Method 6: Alternative VPN Connection Using Dark Tunnel VPN
9. Creating Configuration Files in HTTP Custom
10. Conclusion

Introduction

Understanding VPNs: What They Are and Why They Matter

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a secure network created within an insecure network, allowing users to send and receive information securely. VPNs are essential for several reasons:

• Increased privacy – It provides a personal, encrypted channel.
• Enhanced security – It is more secure than an open connection.

Important Legal and Ethical Considerations

Using a VPN is legal in most countries, but you must be careful not to overstep your freedoms. Before using a VPN, comply with local laws and regulations. VPNs should be used ethically and responsibly.

What is HTTP Custom?

Overview of the HTTP Custom App

HTTP Custom is a VPN solution for mobile users. It allows them to create custom configuration files so they can route their traffic through protocols such as SSH, SSL, UDP, DNS, V2Ray, and WebSocket. Its main aim is to ensure a secure, private, and stable internet experience.

Key Features and Benefits

• Multi-Protocol Support – It supports multiple protocols, including SSH, SSL, UDP, DNS, V2Ray, and WebSocket.
• Customizable Payloads – HTTP Custom allows you to customize the payload based on your needs.
• Fast – HTTP Custom creates fast connections.
• No Root Access Required – HTTP Custom works on your phone without system modifications.

Current Usage Trends and Popularity

HTTP Custom and other mobile VPN tools are on the rise as the world becomes a digital village. Privacy concerns are also increasing as hackers and scammers work day and night. According to the Google Play Store, the app has over 10 million downloads and quite impressive reviews.

Method 1: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (UDP Custom Method)

What is UDP Tunneling, and How Does It Work?

User Datagram Protocol(UDP) tunneling is a method of data transmission that prioritizes speed over reliability. Unlike TCP packets are sent without waiting for confirmation that they have been received. It is more suited for gaming, streaming, and other real-time communication applications.

Step-by-Step Guide to Configuring UDP Custom in HTTP Custom

1. Setting Up the SSHOcean Custom UDP Server

• Visit SSHOcean.
• Navigate to the UDP Custom Server section.
• Select a server location that offers the best speed for your region. (Be careful to select a server that is Online and has more than 1 remaining account.).
• Generate the necessary credentials (username, and password).
• Create account.
• Copy the configuration we are going to use it in the next step.

2. Configuring HTTP Custom with SSHOcean UDP

• Open the HTTP Custom app.
• Go to Settings and select UDP Mode.
• Enter the server details from SSHOcean (hostname, port, username, password) using the format specified.
• Adjust payload settings if needed.
• Save the configuration.

Here is how you should tweak the UDP configurations:

Method 2: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (Psiphon Method)

What is Psiphon, and how does it work?

Psiphone is a tool for evading censorship. It redirects traffic through safe proxy servers in different locations.

1. Visit UDP Custom Online and Get a Free Psiphon Server

• Open your browser and visit UDP Custom Online.
• Navigate to the Psiphon Server section.
• Choose a server location and generate a free Psiphon configuration.
• Download or copy the configuration details.

2. Visit UDP Custom Online and Get a Free Psiphon Serve

• Launch the HTTP Custom app.
• Check the Psiphon checkbox.
• Open the options menu(at the top).
• Select Psiphon settings.
• Fill as per the image below.

After that go back and press connect. You should be able to see a success log as shown below.

Method 3: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (Slow DNS Method)

What is Slow DNS, and why is it useful?

Slow DNS is a tunneling method used to optimize network connectivity in restricted environments. It's not supported in every country. It also faces the disadvantage of being slow compared to other tunneling methods.

Step-by-Step Guide to Configuring HTTP Custom Using Slow DNS

1. Get a Free Slow DNS Server from SSHOcean

• Open your browser and go to SSHOcean.
• Navigate to the Slow DNS Server section.
• Select a server from the available locations (choose the closest for better speed).
• Create an account and generate a Slow DNS configuration.
• Copy or download the configuration details

2. Open HTTP Custom and Import the Slow DNS Configuration

• Launch HTTP Custom on your phone.
• check slow DNS
• fill in the IP, port, username, and password( for port use 80, for IP copy the hostname from the config ).
• select slow DNS settings on the menu (top right).
• fill as specified below in the image.

• press connect and it should work just fine.

Method 4: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (V2Ray Method)

What is V2Ray?

V2Ray is like a supercharged VPN that helps enhance your security and privacy in a smarter way than the normal VPN. As an analogy, consider a normal VPN to be a straight path. if you get blocked, you are stuck. V2Ray on the other hand is like a network of secret tunnels under that road. if one tunnel is blocked, you quickly switch to another without anyone noticing. It also disguises your traffic making it not look like VPN traffic.

Step-by-Step Guide to Configuring V2Ray in HTTP Custom

1. Creating a V2Ray Server on SSHOcean

• Go to SSHOcean.
• Navigate to the V2Ray Server section.
• Choose a server location with the best connectivity for your region.(Be careful to select a server that is Online and has more than 1 remaining account.).
• Generate the V2Ray configuration and copy the HTTP 443 WebSocket Configuration option.

2. Configuring HTTP Custom with V2Ray

1. Open the HTTP Custom app.
2. Navigate to V2Ray Settings by tapping the jigsaw icon (extensions) on the top menu bar.
3. Select V2Ray Settings.
4. Paste the copied configuration into the editor.
5. Exit the editor to save changes.
6. Check the V2Ray checkbox to enable it.
7. Tap Connect.
8. Go to the logs section and verify a successful connection.

Method 5: Setting Up a VPN with HTTP Custom (WebSocket Payload Method)

WebSocket tunneling enables continuous, two-way communication between a client and server over a single TCP connection, reducing latency compared to traditional HTTP requests. In HTTP Custom, it enhances network accessibility by embedding a custom payload in the WebSocket handshake, making traffic resemble standard web activity.

Get a Free WebSocket Server from SSHOcean

• Visit GreenSSH.
• Navigate to the SSH WebSocket Server section.
• Choose a server location (select the closest one for better speed).
• Create an account and generate a WebSocket server configuration.
• Copy the SSL/TSL payload.

2. Open HTTP Custom and Configure WebSocket

• Launch HTTP Custom on your device.
• Ensure SSL and use Payload, enable DNS is checked
• on the sidebar select payload, and paste the config you copied.
• replace the SNI_BUG with your SNIbug( you can get this online with a simple search on Google. You can also guess. it's a URL that normally works without data in your carrier. It mostly automatically opens when your data is off. It's good to have multiple since some carriers might have switched off some).
• click apply
• Now on the side menu select SNI Bug.
• here paste the hostname from the greessh.com configuration.
• Finally, click Connect.
• With that, everything should work perfectly.

Method 6: Alternative VPN Connection Using Dark Tunnel VPN

The last alternative is to skip HTTP Custom entirely and use another app called Dark Tunnel, available on the Google Play Store.

Steps to Set Up Dark Tunnel VPN

1. Create a V2Ray account and copy the SSHOcean (SSH/TSL 443) details.
2. Open the Dark Tunnel app on your device.
3. Tap the options button at the top right.
4. Go toConfig → Import → Clipboard (your copied configuration should be detected).
5. Click OK, then Connect.

Creating Configuration Files in HTTP Custom

After doing the above steps, the next step enables us to end up with configuration files. Saving configuration files properly allows you to reuse them without reconfiguring settings every time.

Saving Configuration Files in HTTP Custom

1. Tap the plus (+) icon at the bottom right.
2. Select "Save Config".
3. Enter a name for your configuration file.
4. Save the configuration for future use.

Locking and Unlocking Options

HTTP Custom provides different locking options to control how configurations can be modified:

• Lock All (Payload, Server, User & Proxy) – Prevents any modifications, ensuring all settings remain intact.
• Lock Payload & Unlock Server – The payload is locked, but the server can be changed.
• Unlock User & Pass – Allows the user to modify login credentials while keeping other settings unchanged.
• Unlock Remote Proxy – Enables changes to the remote proxy settings.

Security and Control Settings

To enhance security and control, HTTP Custom includes the following options:

• Mobile Data Restriction – Limits configuration usage to mobile data only.
• Block Root – Prevents the configuration from being used on rooted devices.
• HWID (Hardware ID) – Links the configuration to a specific device, restricting its use on other devices.
• Note – Allows you to add comments or descriptions about the configuration.
• Password Protection – Enables a password for additional security.
• Extra Sniffer – Likely an advanced feature for inspecting network traffic.

Finally, save your configuration after applying the necessary settings.

Using Configuration Files in HTTP Custom

To use a saved configuration file:

1. Tap the plus (+) icon at the bottom right.
2. Select "Open Configuration".
3. Choose your saved configuration file.
4. Tap Connect to apply the settings.

Conclusion

In this guide, we explored various HTTP Custom tunneling methods, including UDP Custom, Psiphon, Slow DNS, V2Ray, and WebSocket Payloads.

When choosing the best method, consider speed, stability, and accessibility:

✅ UDP Custom – Best for fast, low-latency connections.

✅ Psiphon – Works well on restrictive networks but may be slower.

✅ Slow DNS – Useful where other methods fail but is typically slow.

✅ V2Ray – Highly secure and efficient but requires more setup.

✅ WebSocket Payload – Useful for optimizing connectivity while preserving speed.

For safe and efficient VPN usage, always:

🔹 Choose reliable servers for stability.

🔹 Avoid using VPNs for unethical activities.

🔹 Ensure compliance with local laws.

By understanding these methods, you can enhance your online security and accessibility while maintaining responsible usage. 🚀

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