Regional Route Guide
The tables below organize static route references by Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe and other regions to show how exit locations and route types fit together. They are not a list of nodes currently available to your account, and not every region will always offer every route type shown. Check your subscription after signing in for actual names, types and available exit locations.
| Country / region | City | Route type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | Hong Kong | IEPL | Depends on actual access |
| Japan | Tokyo | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Singapore | Singapore | Direct | Depends on actual access |
| Japan | Osaka | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| South Korea | Seoul | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Australia | Sydney | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| New Zealand | Auckland | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Country / region | City | Route type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Los Angeles | IEPL | Depends on actual access |
| United States | Seattle | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| United States | New York | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Canada | Toronto | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Canada | Vancouver | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Mexico | Mexico City | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Country / region | City | Route type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | Milan | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Netherlands | Amsterdam | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Germany | Frankfurt | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| United Kingdom | London | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| France | Paris | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Sweden | Stockholm | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Country / region | City | Route type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | São Paulo | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| Chile | Santiago | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| South Africa | Johannesburg | Relay | Depends on actual access |
| United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Relay | Depends on actual access |
This page does not show live performance data. Compare routes using your own network, target app and time of use; the regional listings are not a performance ranking.
Route Types and How They Differ
Route names describe how a network connection is arranged; they do not indicate whether a target service will accept the exit. The following explains common technical principles and cost factors. It is not a performance guarantee for any individual VPNEP route or an extra charge.
IEPL / Dedicated link
IEPL routes: understanding the cross-border path
IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line. On this type of route, the dedicated segment carries traffic between designated regions. Access to a website still passes through the exit and the network hosting the target service. The dedicated segment and internet egress are separate parts of the path, so an IEPL label alone says nothing about a site's response, content access or exit IP attributes.
For work that depends on a stable connection, compare this type of route for tasks such as remote work sessions, document syncing and streaming output. Focus on whether the task completes, whether sessions frequently reconnect and whether performance stays consistent during your usual hours. Your home network, Wi-Fi signal and the target service can all affect results; the route type is no substitute for testing.
In general, dedicated links involve leased transmission capacity and capacity management, and usually require more resources than a public-internet route alone. This explains the technical trade-off; it does not mean you pay an extra fee for a dedicated link. VPNEP plan pricing and data allowances are listed on the plans page. This page does not add price tiers based on technical labels.
RELAY / Entry and exit
Relay routes: how traffic is routed through an entry point
A relay route adds an entry or forwarding step between you and the exit. Your client connects to the entry point first, then the relay path carries requests to the exit. The entry location may differ from the exit region. An app typically sees the final exit region, not the name of the entry point you connected to. Read the full node label to distinguish the two.
Relaying offers another way to organize a connection path and is worth comparing for everyday browsing, code repository access and connections to services in other regions. An extra hop is neither proof of better performance nor a guarantee of a worse experience. The entry point, onward network path and connection between the exit and target service can all affect results in the app.
Relay routes require entry, forwarding and exit resources. Costs depend on the actual path and resource configuration, so the name alone cannot tell you whether a relay is cheaper than a dedicated link or more expensive than a direct route. Keep a backup route in the same region and switch methodically if the primary path has a problem. Keep other settings unchanged when comparing routes, rather than changing the region and app configuration at the same time.
DIRECT / Public internet route
Direct routes: the client connects straight to the exit
A direct route generally means your client connects to an overseas node over its current network, without an additional relay entry of the same kind. The route description is straightforward, but the actual connection still depends on your access provider and networks along the way. A nearby location does not guarantee a shorter network path, and the same region may perform differently on different networks.
If the route from your current network to the target exit works well, a direct connection can suit everyday browsing, research and lightweight app use. Check not only whether a connection is established, but also whether pages load fully, downloads continue and apps maintain their sessions. A connection indicator in the client alone does not show whether the target app is actually using that route.
A direct route uses fewer relay resources, but still incurs node, exit and public network transmission costs; it should not be considered a free resource. Compare route types based on your actual needs: whether the target region is suitable, whether tasks complete and whether switching triggers new sign-in checks. A route that works for you matters more than the technical label.
Choose an Exit by Use Case
Use the same order when choosing: target service region, account environment, connection path, then the task itself. Rule out exits in unsuitable regions first, then compare routes that meet your requirements. This helps separate network issues from service permission issues.
Everyday browsing: prioritize complete page loads
If you have no specific region requirement, start by testing a nearby exit, but do not treat proximity as a fixed ranking. Open the sites you use and check that images, scripts, sign-in and attachments all work. Text appearing while other resources are missing may point to app routing or DNS settings. Compare another route in the same region before switching regions.
For everyday browsing, keep one regular route and one backup exit. Switch only when you have a clear problem, and note which app and step failed. This avoids aimless route testing and makes it easier to tell whether the issue comes from your current network, a particular path or the target site.
Streaming: regional licensing and uninterrupted playback
Before streaming, check your account permissions, the target catalog's region and the service's policies. Opening the home page does not guarantee that a particular title will play; licensing can vary even between titles on the same platform. The exit region is only one selection criterion and cannot replace the target service's own decision. For this reason, no route on this page is marked as guaranteed to work with a specific platform.
Test playback through the full viewing experience: start a video, seek to another point and check that it continues loading. Picture quality also depends on your account plan, device, app version and local network. If you see a region notice, first confirm the app's actual exit. If playback stalls, compare routes in the same region to avoid losing track of the cause by switching regions repeatedly.
AI tools: consistent region and stable sessions
Tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot and Cursor each have their own regional and account rules. Check the target service's current availability first. Meeting its regional requirements does not guarantee account access, and a network route cannot replace account review. Keep your environment consistent during everyday sign-in and use, and avoid changing exits repeatedly mid-session.
For AI workflows, check whether streamed responses finish, file uploads complete, and IDE plugins and command-line tools use the expected route. If the browser works but a plugin does not, check their proxy settings and authentication separately. APIs and web apps may also use different domains and permissions. For configuration details, see the complete AI guide.
Gaming: game region and live sessions
Choose an exit based on your account's game region and the game's service rules, not simply the nearest location. Login services, game updates and match servers may use different network paths, so a completed update does not prove that the match connection works. Keep the exit stable while playing to avoid reconnects caused by a change in network environment.
Test the actual steps that matter: entering the game region, staying in a match and using voice chat. If only one step fails, first check whether client routing includes the relevant app, then compare routes in the same region. A standard international route subscription is not a custom service for every game. This page makes no guarantees about specific regions, match quality or dedicated optimization.
Work: organizational policies and getting tasks done
Remote desktops, meetings, code repositories and business systems often have their own access policies. Before connecting, confirm which network methods and exit regions your organization allows. If a company account requires a fixed source, follow the administrator's configuration rather than changing it yourself. Choose routes to support your work, not to get around your organization's access controls.
Test routes with real work tasks, such as syncing files, keeping a remote session active, submitting code and joining a meeting. Unlimited simultaneous devices make it easy to use your subscription across devices, but each device still needs its own client configuration checked. When troubleshooting, note the app message and steps taken; do not share subscription links, passwords or other credentials. To contact support, describe the issue in a user panel support ticket.
Connection Checks and Subscription Management
Getting from the route list to actual use involves retrieving your subscription, importing it into a client and checking the app's route. VPNEP does not require an email address; you can create an account with a username and password. Sign in to the user panel to find your subscription and client links. Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux are supported. The regional references on this page are not node configurations you can import directly.
Follow the getting started guide for your initial setup. Once connected, confirm the target app's exit region, then check DNS resolution and app routing. A successful connection indicator only confirms that one part of the connection is established; browsers, terminals and other apps may use different settings and should be checked separately. For a more detailed checklist, see the guide to checking your exit IP and DNS.
If something goes wrong, keep the region the same and compare another route in that region, then check your current network and client settings. Change only one factor at a time to make the cause easier to identify. If the target service clearly reports an account permission or regional policy issue, address its requirements first rather than repeatedly switching routes. A working network path cannot change the target service's access rules.
After a subscription update, node names or available routes shown in the client may change. Use the updated subscription as your source of truth. Treat the subscription link as an account credential: do not share it publicly, include it in screenshots or paste it into public forums. When reporting an issue, you can share the client message, target app and selected region, but hide subscription details and account credentials.
Choosing a route and choosing a data plan are separate decisions. Monthly subscription data resets each month on the activation date; mid-cycle upgrades are prorated for the remaining days. Data add-ons last until used and never expire. For allowances and pricing, see the full plan details. VPNEP supports Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT and offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. Technical route descriptions do not add performance or pricing guarantees beyond those stated here.