NetBalancer News

NetBalancer Update: Cloud Sync Discontinuation

2025-11-19T00:00:00+02:00

We announce the discontinuation of the Cloud Sync functionality in NetBalancer, scheduled for December 31, 2025. As technology evolves, certain features reach the end of their lifecycle, and it has become evident that the era of this specific synchronization method has passed. Newer, more efficient methods of automation have emerged that render the legacy Cloud Sync architecture obsolete.

Effective December 31, 2025, the Cloud Sync service will no longer be available. Until that date, the service will remain fully operational to allow users time to migrate. We strongly recommend transitioning to our command-line interface tool, NBCMD.exe. This tool is not merely a replacement; it is a comprehensive upgrade. NBCMD.exe supports every function previously available through Cloud Sync and offers significantly expanded capabilities, allowing for deeper integration and more complex automation scenarios than were possible with the previous system.

Retiring the Cloud Sync feature allows us to remove legacy code and reduce application complexity, resulting in a leaner and more stable product. We understand this requires a shift in workflow for users who relied on the old sync mechanism, but we are confident that the flexibility provided by NBCMD.exe will offer a superior long-term solution for network rule management and synchronization.

We remain committed to providing the most advanced network management tools available. Our focus continues to be on innovation and the implementation of modern standards. Users requiring assistance with the transition to NBCMD.exe or having questions regarding command-line syntax are encouraged to consult our documentation or reach out to support before the cutoff date.

Thank you for your continued usage of NetBalancer. We are dedicated to ensuring your network management remains precise and powerful.

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NetBalancer 12.6 Consolidates Performance Optimizations and Fixes

2025-09-30T00:00:00+03:00

We are excited to announce the release of NetBalancer 12.6, a version that consolidates all performance optimizations and bug fixes introduced since the release of 12.5. This update represents the cumulative result of months of continuous refinement, ensuring that every user benefits from the stability, speed, and reliability improvements made across the entire product.

With 12.6, every optimization to packet filtering, latency reduction, and rule execution since version 12.5 has been brought together into one unified release. The result is a more responsive, efficient, and resilient network management experience, delivering smoother performance under both light and heavy workloads.

Beyond performance, numerous bug fixes have been integrated into this release, addressing issues reported by our community and identified through extensive testing. By resolving these edge cases and inconsistencies, NetBalancer 12.6 ensures improved reliability across diverse networking environments.

NetBalancer 12.6 is the culmination of our dedication to continuous improvement. While it may not introduce new features, it sets a new foundation of stability and performance, preparing the way for future innovations while providing users today with the best possible experience.

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NetBalancer 12.5 Enhances Packet Filtering Performance and Latency

2024-11-06T00:00:00+02:00

We are thrilled to announce the release of NetBalancer 12.5, bringing significant improvements to the performance and latency of packet filtering and programmatic rule processing. This latest update demonstrates our unwavering commitment to refining the precision and efficiency of network management for all our users.

In NetBalancer 12.5, we have overhauled the internal handling mechanisms of packet filtering, ensuring lower latency across all network operations. This optimization directly translates into faster response times and a more fluid network experience, whether users are managing complex programmatic rules or simply aiming for streamlined network control.

The key focus of this update was on optimizing how packets are intercepted, analyzed, and processed. By refining the packet filtering algorithms, we've minimized overhead, allowing users to execute network rules with a newfound level of speed and precision. This is particularly beneficial in environments with multiple active rules, where previous delays have now been virtually eliminated.

Moreover, programmatic rule handling has received a substantial boost. NetBalancer now ensures that user-defined scripts and automated rules are executed with minimal delay, enhancing responsiveness and enabling more effective real-time network adjustments. This capability opens doors for more sophisticated automation, ultimately giving users more granular control over their bandwidth and application priorities.

NetBalancer 12.5 sets a new benchmark in network management software, delivering not only more control but also a smoother, more responsive user experience. Our focus remains on providing tools that evolve with the complexities of modern networking environments, pushing the limits of performance and reliability.

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NetBalancer Adds Comprehensive Documentation for Programmatic Rules

2024-11-06T00:00:00+02:00

NetBalancer has expanded its offerings by providing in-depth documentation and numerous examples for its programmatic rules feature, now available online at https://netbalancer.com/docs#programmability. This detailed guide aims to help users harness the full potential of programmatic rules to automate and refine their network management tasks with precision and control.

The newly added documentation is a comprehensive resource, designed for both beginners and advanced users. It includes a step-by-step introduction to creating programmatic rules, along with practical use cases and examples that demonstrate how to use the powerful automation capabilities NetBalancer provides. These examples cover a wide range of scenarios, such as prioritizing specific types of traffic, dynamically adjusting rules based on current network conditions, consumed traffic, or any other contextual data.

This enhancement underlines our focus on empowering users by making complex features accessible and well-documented. With these new resources, users can more effectively utilize programmatic rules to automate their network management and adapt quickly to changing network environments.

As always, we are committed to enriching NetBalancer's capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our users, ensuring that they have the tools they need for efficient, flexible, and powerful network control.

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NetBalancer Update: VPN Service

2024-07-01T00:00:00+03:00

We regret to announce the discontinuation of the experimental VPN service from NetBalancer. After careful consideration and analysis, it has become clear that the demand for a VPN service among our user base is significantly lower than anticipated. As such, we have decided to discontinue this feature to streamline NetBalancer's focus and reduce complexity.

Starting today, the VPN service will no longer be available. However, the VPN functionality within NetBalancer will remain intact, allowing users to connect to their own or third-party VPN servers. This ensures that users who rely on custom VPN configurations can continue to benefit from NetBalancer's advanced network management capabilities.

We understand that this change may be disappointing to the small group of users who utilized our VPN service, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Nevertheless, this decision enables us to concentrate on enhancing the core features of NetBalancer, ensuring a more efficient and user-friendly experience.

We remain committed to providing top-tier network management tools and will continue to innovate and improve our software based on user feedback and market trends. The removal of our VPN service is part of our ongoing effort to optimize NetBalancer and deliver the best possible product to our users.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we make these adjustments. Please feel free to reach out to our support team if you have any questions or concerns regarding this change.

Thank you for your continued loyalty to NetBalancer. We are dedicated to making your network management experience as smooth and effective as possible.

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NetBalancer 12.3 With Multilingual Support

2023-11-20T00:00:00+02:00

NetBalancer is thrilled to announce the release of version 12.3, a significant update that introduces comprehensive internationalization to its user interface. With this latest upgrade, NetBalancer becomes more accessible to a global audience by supporting an extensive list of languages, including Deutsch, English, Español, Français, Italiano, Nederlands, Polski, Português, Română, Türkçe, Ελληνικά, Русский, Українська, हिंदी, and 中文. This development underscores our commitment to providing a user-friendly network monitoring and control tool that caters to the diverse needs of users worldwide.

The addition of multilingual support is a response to the growing demand for NetBalancer in various regions around the globe, enabling users to navigate, manage, and control their network traffic in their native language.

NetBalancer 12.3 also incorporates several performance improvements and bug fixes, ensuring a smoother and more reliable experience for all users.

We invite users to explore the new features and improvements in NetBalancer 12.3 by downloading the latest version from our website. As always, we look forward to receiving feedback from our global user community to continually refine and improve our software to meet your needs.

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NetBalancer 12.2 Update Adds Organization Name Display to Explore Panel

2023-11-20T00:00:00+02:00

NetBalancer's latest update, version 12.2, introduces a practical feature for users: the display of organization names for IP addresses in the Explore panel. This addition simplifies the identification of IP addresses by attaching a recognizable entity name, enhancing the user's ability to manage network traffic effectively.

The update also includes user interface improvements for better usability, along with fixes that improve the software’s performance and resolve known issues. Users can expect a more stable and efficient network monitoring experience with this new release.

We are continuing our commitment to delivering robust network management tools that cater to the needs of our users, balancing power and simplicity.

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NetBalancer 12.1 Unveils Advanced Adapter Binding Capability

2023-09-27T00:00:00+03:00

We are proud to unveil the latest enhancement in NetBalancer's toolkit: the "Bind program to adapter" feature, incorporated in the 12.1 release. This addition marks a significant step in our journey to provide users with superior control over their network management.

This new capability empowers all NetBalancer users to dictate specific programs to operate through designated network connections, such as Wi-Fi or Ethernet. By doing so, users can, for example, ensure certain applications always leverage the Wi-Fi connection, even when Ethernet is the dominant network. This intricate level of control is paramount in situations demanding distinct network priorities or dedicated bandwidth for specific applications.

An intriguing aspect of this feature is the choice between blocking a program's network traffic or allowing it to proceed when the specified network adapter is unavailable. This ensures continuous network activity while also providing the user with the ability to control unexpected network behavior.

With this latest feature, NetBalancer continues its steady evolution, further enhancing its practicality and utility in network management.

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NetBalancer 12.0 Adds VPN Support

2023-08-03T00:00:00+03:00

In a significant development, we are thrilled to announce the addition of experimental VPN support to NetBalancer. This major update is effectively making NetBalancer the most advanced VPN software on the planet aimed at providing a more secure and private internet experience to our users.

Starting today, all registered users with a current license, not older than a year, can access our VPN service at no additional cost. This is part of our commitment to continually provide value to our loyal users.

At present, we offer a handful of OpenVPN servers located in the USA, UK, Australia, France, and several other countries. We understand the importance of a wide server network for a robust VPN service, and we are committed to expanding our server list in the near future. Additionally, we are exploring the possibility of supporting more VPN protocols, besides OpenVPN.

Users can easily locate the VPN servers on the Explore map in the NetBalancer User Interface (UI). To connect, simply click on a server to view its properties, and then hit the 'Connect' button.

However, it's important to note that currently, P2P traffic, including torrents, is not allowed. We are working on this and expect to support it in the near future.

In a move to provide more flexibility, users can also add their own or third-party OpenVPN configurations to the NetBalancer UI. These configurations can be used in the same way as the pre-included ones.

We have also updated the NetBalancer traffic rules to consider the VPN state. For instance, users can create a rule that allows internet access to Firefox only when a VPN connection is active, or specifically when a certain VPN server is connected. The programmatic rules also now include the VPN context variable.

With the integration of VPN awareness, NetBalancer's traffic rules have become even more flexible and powerful. Users can now easily tailor their network behavior based on the VPN connection status. For example, implementing a VPN Network Lock (aka Kill Switch) is now a straightforward task that can be achieved in just 4 lines of C# code (or just 2 clicks using our Rule Templates engine):

This enhancement adds a new dimension to network control, allowing users to create more dynamic and responsive rules that adapt to their VPN connection state.

As VPN support is an experimental feature, we are eager to hear from our users. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and it will help us refine and improve this feature further. We encourage all users to share their experiences and suggestions.

We, at SeriousBit, are excited about this new feature and believe it will significantly enhance the NetBalancer experience. We look forward to your feedback and to making your internet experience even better.

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NetBalancer 11.2 With Global Hotkeys

2023-04-14T00:00:00+03:00

Today, we are excited to announce the release of NetBalancer 11.2, which comes with an array of new features designed to offer users even greater control over their network activities. One of the most notable additions is the support for global hotkeys that allow users to manage rules, filters, and network balancing (limits, priorities, delays) with customizable global hotkeys.

By introducing global hotkeys, NetBalancer 11.2 takes network management to the next level, enabling users to easily switch between different settings and configurations without the need to navigate through the application's interface. This streamlined approach not only saves time, but also makes it easier to monitor and control network activities during periods of heavy usage or high demand.

To give you an idea of how these hotkeys work, let's take a look at two examples:

Enabling/Disabling Network Balancing: Users can now toggle network balancing on and off by simply pressing Control + Alt + N. This hotkey allows you to quickly adjust your network settings to optimize performance or conserve bandwidth as needed.
Blocking All Network Traffic: If you ever need to temporarily stop all network traffic, NetBalancer 11.2 has you covered. By pressing Control + Alt + B, you can instantly block all incoming and outgoing connections, giving you full control over your network during critical situations.

The addition of global hotkeys in NetBalancer 11.2 is just one of the many improvements we've made to ensure our software remains a powerful, user-friendly solution for managing and monitoring network activities. As always, we are committed to continually enhancing NetBalancer's capabilities to provide our users with the best possible experience.

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