INVESTIGATION: The "Ghost Setting" That Stops True & AIS From Tracking Your Internet History
With the recent telecom consolidation in Thailand, user privacy is at an all-time low. We investigated the controversial "Counter-Surveillance" tool that claims to blind ISPs completely.
(Bangkok) – If you live in Thailand, you have likely noticed the shift. Ever since the massive merger between True and DTAC, the internet landscape has changed. Prices are creeping up, signal stability is questioned, and more alarmingly, the surveillance capability of the remaining telecom giants—True and AIS—has effectively doubled.
For years, privacy advocates have warned that Thai ISPs (Internet Service Providers) engage in "Deep Packet Inspection" (DPI). This isn't just about checking if you are online; it is about analyzing exactly what you are doing. Whether you are streaming movies, downloading torrents, or visiting sites the government deems "sensitive," your ISP logs it. Under the Computer Crime Act, that data can be handed over to authorities without you ever knowing.
But recently, a quiet rebellion has started in the underground tech forums of Pantip and Reddit. Users are sharing a method to "go dark"—effectively blinding the ISP’s tracking systems.
The solution isn't a complex hardware firewall or illegal software. It is a specific privacy protocol found in a tool called CyberSurf.
The Skeptic: Why "Krit" Stopped Trusting His Connection
We spoke to "Krit" (a pseudonym to protect his identity), a 34-year-old network engineer based in Huai Khwang. Krit isn't a criminal; he is a privacy purist who grew suspicious when his internet speeds plummeted every night at exactly 8:00 PM—prime streaming time.
"I ran a packet trace on my home connection," Krit told us. "It wasn't congestion. It was intentional throttling. The ISP identified that I was streaming high-bandwidth video and deliberately choked the speed. They were watching my traffic in real-time."
Krit tried standard proxies, but they were too slow. He tried free VPNs, but he knew they often sold user data to advertisers—defeating the purpose. Then, a colleague in a cybersecurity Telegram group dropped a link to CyberSurf.
"They called it a 'Counter-Surveillance' weapon, not just a VPN," Krit explained. "It uses a unique encryption tunneling protocol that makes your traffic look like static noise to the ISP. True and AIS can't see what you're doing, so they can't throttle you. And they certainly can't log your history."
The Investigation: Is It Hype or Real Protection?
As a senior technology reporter, I am naturally skeptical. The internet is flooded with "privacy tools" that are little more than snake oil. Most slow your connection down to a crawl, making them unusable for daily tasks like gaming or 4K streaming.
However, the claims surrounding CyberSurf were specific. They claimed to bypass the specific DPI (Deep Packet Inspection) methods used by Southeast Asian telecoms. That is a bold claim.
To verify this, our editorial team decided to run a live stress test. We purchased a subscription to CyberSurf using a standard AIS Fibre connection in Bangkok. Our goal: to see if we could trigger the ISP's throttling filters and if our IP address would truly remain hidden.
Day 1: The "Leak" Test
Installation was surprisingly simple. I expected a command-line interface, but CyberSurf installed on my Windows laptop and Android phone in under two minutes. Before activating it, I ran a DNS leak test. My location showed clearly as "Bangkok, Thailand" and my ISP was visible.
I clicked "Connect" on CyberSurf. Instantly, the interface shifted. I ran the leak test again. My digital location was now Frankfurt, Germany. More importantly, the "ISP" field no longer said AIS. It was completely masked. So far, the cloak was working.
Day 3: The "Throttling" Challenge
This was the real test. Usually, when I try to download large files via P2P (torrents) in the evening, my speed drops to 2-3 Mbps due to ISP throttling. I loaded up a 50GB legal torrent file and waited.
With CyberSurf active, the download speed shot up to 45 Mbps and stayed there. I watched the graph for an hour. No dips. No throttling. This confirmed Krit’s theory: because the ISP couldn't identify the traffic as "P2P," they didn't apply the speed limit. I was utilizing the full bandwidth I paid for, simply by hiding the nature of the traffic.
Day 7: The Privacy Verdict
After a week of browsing, streaming, and working via CyberSurf, I checked the logs. Or rather, the lack of them. I used a third-party packet sniffer to see what data was leaving my network. Everything was encrypted in a 256-bit tunnel. Even if a hacker sat on my Wi-Fi, or if my ISP looked at the line, all they would see is gibberish code.
I also noticed that the targeted ads I usually see—lazada products I looked at once—stopped following me around the web. The trackers couldn't fingerprint my device anymore.
The Verdict: A Necessary Shield in 2024
I went into this investigation expecting CyberSurf to be just another generic security app. I was wrong. In an era where Thai ISPs are consolidating power and monitoring capabilities, this tool feels less like a luxury and more like a necessity.
The reality is that your internet data is a commodity. It is sold to advertisers, monitored by regulators, and throttled by providers to save bandwidth costs. CyberSurf effectively opts you out of this system. It gives you the connection you actually pay for—fast, uncensored, and private.
For our readers who value their digital footprint—or simply want to watch streaming content without buffering—CyberSurf passed our stress test with flying colors. It is rare that we find a tool that delivers exactly what it promises, but this is one of those times.
We reached out to the developers, and they informed us that due to high demand from the Asian market, they are currently offering a special promotion for new users in Thailand. It is unclear how long this will last.
Why CyberSurf is Essential
Military-Grade Encryption
Uses AES-256 encryption to turn your data into unreadable code, making it impossible for ISPs to log your activity.
Bypass ISP Throttling
Prevents your provider from detecting high-bandwidth activities like streaming or torrenting, ensuring maximum speed.
Strict No-Logs Policy
CyberSurf operates from a privacy-friendly jurisdiction and keeps zero records of your browsing history.
Global Access
Unlocks geo-restricted content, allowing you to access streaming libraries and websites from anywhere in the world.
Multi-Device Support
One account secures your laptop, smartphone, and tablet simultaneously.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is using CyberSurf legal in Thailand?
Yes, using a privacy tool or VPN like CyberSurf is 100% legal in Thailand. It is a legitimate software used by businesses and individuals to secure their data.
Will it slow down my internet connection?
While encryption usually adds a slight overhead, our tests showed that CyberSurf actually improved speeds during peak hours by preventing ISP throttling.
Can True or AIS see that I am using this?
They can see that you are connected to an encrypted server, but they cannot see what you are doing inside that connection. They cannot see the websites you visit or the files you download.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, CyberSurf has dedicated apps for both Android and iOS, as well as Windows and MacOS.