Speedify for Linux (Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi OS) Overview

This article gives you an overview of what Speedify does on Linux, what you can use it for, and how to get up and running on Ubuntu or Raspberry Pi OS.

What is Speedify for Linux?

Speedify is a bonding VPN (Virtual Private Network) that encrypts all of your internet traffic for security and speeds it up using channel bonding technology. Channel bonding lets you use multiple internet connections at the same time, for example, a Wi-Fi connection and a wired connection simultaneously, so Speedify can combine their bandwidth for faster upload and download speeds, lower latency, and a more reliable connection overall.

Once you connect to one of Speedify's Servers, Speedify intelligently distributes your internet traffic across all available connections. That means fewer buffering issues, more stable streams, and uninterrupted downloads even if one connection drops.

What Can You Use Speedify for Linux For?

Speedify on Ubuntu and Raspberry Pi OS includes all the same core features available on other platforms:

• Secure VPN: All of your internet traffic is encrypted and routed through Speedify's Speed Servers.
• Connection bonding: Speedify can combine multiple internet connections at the same time, adding their speeds together for faster upload and download.
• Seamless failover: If your main internet connection goes down, Speedify automatically moves your active streams to another available connection, downloads and streams keep going without interruption.
• Error correction: Improves performance on unreliable or lossy connections by retransmitting lost packets.
• Redundant mode: Sends your internet traffic over multiple connections at once for maximum reliability. This is especially useful when streaming live audio or video.

Running on Linux also opens up a couple of unique possibilities:

• Router mode: You can configure a Linux device to act as a router and share your bonded internet connection with other devices on your network.
• Portable bonding: Running Speedify on a small device like a Raspberry Pi lets you take connection bonding with you anywhere, useful for in-real-life (IRL) streaming or working in locations with unreliable connectivity.

What You'll Need

• A desktop, laptop, mini-computer, or server running Ubuntu or Raspberry Pi OS
• A paid Speedify account (Individual, Family, or Teams plan - there is no free tier on Linux)

Let's Get Started

Step 1

Make sure your device is running a supported operating system. Speedify for Linux supports Ubuntu and Raspberry Pi OS on desktops, laptops, mini-computers, and servers.

Step 2

If you don't already have a Speedify account, sign up for a paid plan at speedify.com. Speedify for Linux requires an active Individual, Family, or Teams subscription.

Step 3

Install Speedify on your Linux device. For full installation instructions, see How to Install Speedify on Linux.

How to Control Speedify on Linux

There are three ways to configure and control Speedify on Ubuntu and Raspberry Pi OS:

Speedify User Interface

On devices with a display, you can install the Speedify graphical user interface (the speedifyui  package). This gives you the same visual interface available on Windows and macOS. See Using Speedify for a walkthrough of the interface.

Command Line Interface (CLI)

On all Linux devices, including headless servers and the Raspberry Pi, you can use the Speedify command line interface (speedify_cli ). The CLI gives you access to everything available in the graphical interface, directly from a terminal. See the Speedify Command Line Interface article for full details.

Python API

For scripting and automation, Speedify also offers an optional Python application programming interface (API). You can use it to control Speedify settings, run speed tests, log connection stats, and get notified of connects and disconnects - all from your own scripts. The package is available on GitHub.