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Global Servers and Routes

Choose an exit region first, then a connection path. The region determines where you appear to connect from; the route type describes how traffic gets there. Compare them separately.

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Browse Routes by Region

The examples below show exit regions, cities, and connection types. They are not a complete route list or a live status report.

The “Country” column also includes territories. A city identifies the exit location; it does not show the complete path between you and the server. The same city may have different entry points and connection methods. Route types illustrate possible configurations; check your subscription for the routes available to your account.

Streaming availability: “Test required” means support for a specific platform has not been confirmed here; it is not a promise of availability. Platforms may make decisions based on account region, exit IP, licensing, and their access policies. The same region name does not guarantee the same content library.

Example VPNQO route combinations. Check the dashboard for current availability.
Country / region	City	Route type	Streaming support
ASIA PACIFIC · Asia-Pacific
Hong Kong, China	Hong Kong	IEPL	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Japan	Tokyo	IEPL	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Japan	Osaka	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Singapore	Singapore	IEPL	Test required; availability depends on the platform
South Korea	Seoul	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Taiwan	Taipei	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Thailand	Bangkok	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
NORTH AMERICA · North America
United States	Los Angeles	IEPL	Test required; availability depends on the platform
United States	Seattle	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
United States	New York	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Canada	Vancouver	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Canada	Toronto	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
EUROPE · Europe
Germany	Frankfurt	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
United Kingdom	London	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Netherlands	Amsterdam	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
France	Paris	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Switzerland	Zurich	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Sweden	Stockholm	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
OTHER REGIONS · Other regions
Australia	Sydney	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
New Zealand	Auckland	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
United Arab Emirates	Dubai	Relay	Test required; availability depends on the platform
Brazil	São Paulo	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform
South Africa	Johannesburg	Direct	Test required; availability depends on the platform

◇ Route guide

Dedicated, Relay, and Direct Routes

These labels describe how a route is set up, not how it ranks in performance. Your experience also depends on your local network, entry routing, and the destination service.

IEPL

How traffic crosses borders

IEPL usually refers to an International Ethernet Private Line. Traffic reaches an entry point, travels across an international segment carried over the private line, then reaches an exit point before connecting to the destination website. “Private line” describes one part of the route; it does not mean every segment from your device to the destination uses a dedicated link. Your local Wi-Fi, broadband connection, and the destination service can all affect performance.

For video calls, ongoing collaboration, and long sessions, compare how each route performs during your actual working hours. Check whether calls stay connected, audio is clear, and documents sync reliably—not just the results of a client-side test. Network congestion in the evening can also matter, so consider your local ISP. A route label is no guarantee of stability.

Dedicated-line capacity generally involves higher leasing and maintenance costs. That is a cost difference in how the route works, not an indication that VPNQO charges separately for each dedicated line. Check the dashboard for available routes and the plans page for subscription pricing.

Route diagram

Device → Entry point → IEPL cross-border segment → Exit point → Destination service

Relay route

Entry points and forwarding paths

A relay route adds a forwarding step between you and an international exit. The client first connects to a suitable entry point, then traffic is forwarded along the relay path to the exit. The entry region may differ from the final exit region, so a city shown in the client does not tell you the full route. Relay is not a protocol; transport protocols and relay structures are separate concepts.

A relay may be a better fit when the direct route from your local network to an international exit performs poorly, but the extra forwarding step also adds another link to maintain. Compare relay routes for everyday browsing, streaming, and collaboration tools. Choose based on whether your target apps work reliably—not on the assumption that relay is always faster than direct.

Relay costs combine entry resources, exit resources, and the forwarding link. They often fall between simple direct connections and dedicated-line capacity, but there is no fixed ranking that applies to every region. Do not use this to infer plan discounts or assume that more forwarding steps mean better quality.

Route diagram

Device → Relay entry point → Forwarding path → Exit point → Destination service

Direct route

The public internet path from your location to the exit

A direct route means the client connects to the exit server without an additional relay entry point configured by this service. Traffic still travels through your ISP and public internet routing; it is not a physical straight line between your device and the data center. A nearby location does not guarantee a shorter network path, and the same exit may perform differently on different networks.

Direct routes are worth comparing for everyday browsing, research, or a backup connection. If the path from your local network to the exit is suitable, the connection has a simpler structure. If congestion occurs during peak hours, compare another entry point or route type. Test with the same device, network, and task to avoid mistaking a change in network conditions for a difference in route type.

Direct routes generally use fewer additional relay resources, but operating costs also depend on region, data center, and public internet resources. That does not automatically make them a lower-priced plan. Choose based on your use case and actual results, not on whether the route name sounds simple or complex.

Route diagram

Device → Public internet route → Exit point → Destination service

↗ Choose by use case

Choose an Exit by Use Case

First check which regions the destination service supports, then compare connection reliability and data usage.

BROWSE

Everyday browsing and research

If a website has no specific region requirements, start by comparing exits in nearby regions and keep the route that works best. Complete page loads, images that display correctly, and reliable search and downloads are more useful indicators than a standalone client test. Distance is a starting point, not a final verdict.

For everyday browsing, use your client’s rule mode to send requests that need an international route through the appropriate path, while handling other requests according to your rules. If part of a site is not working, check whether its domains are being routed as expected before changing exits. This helps avoid switching routes repeatedly without identifying where requests are going.

STREAMING

Streaming

Choose a region supported by the platform and compatible with your account, then test the specific title you plan to watch. Loading the homepage does not guarantee playback, and playback does not mean the region has the library you want. Platforms may change how they identify exit IPs and enforce licensing rules, so this page does not mark any city as permanently supported.

During playback, check whether the stream stays stable, resumes after seeking, and has working subtitles and audio tracks. Video quality also depends on your device, platform subscription, and source—not just the route name. Higher resolution and longer viewing sessions use more data, so choose a plan based on your actual habits. See our streaming access guide for more details.

AI TOOLS

AI tools and chat sessions

Before using ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini, check the tool’s current supported regions and account requirements. Once you choose an eligible exit, try to keep the same route throughout a session. Switching regions frequently may trigger additional checks; changing exits is not a fix for every account prompt.

Check more than whether the page loads: test the features you need, such as signing in, generating responses, and uploading files. If a page opens but generation stops, first distinguish a network drop from browser state or a platform issue. A reachable exit only addresses the network path; it does not grant access or eligibility for the tool. See our guide to accessing AI tools for troubleshooting.

GAMING

Gaming and interactive apps

Choose an exit based on the region of the game server, not simply the city that looks closest to you. Launchers, update services, and game sessions may use different addresses. A successful web connection does not prove that game traffic is routed through the client as expected. First check whether your client supports the relevant traffic type, then review its routing rules.

Judge performance by in-game responsiveness and session stability. Leave the game before switching routes to reduce interruptions while the connection is re-established. VPNQO is a cross-border network acceleration subscription service. This page does not guarantee compatibility with every game or claim that general-purpose routes are optimized for a specific title. Follow the game operator’s account rules.

WORK

Remote work and meetings

Video calls, online documents, and file sync have different network needs. Calls depend on responsive, continuous connections, while file sync requires a connection that stays up over time. Compare dedicated and relay routes during your actual working hours, keep a route that handles your tasks, and make sure a backup exit can access the collaboration services you need.

Test your connection before an important meeting, and avoid updating subscriptions or changing regions during the call. If your company system requires an approved region, fixed exit, or internal access method, check with your administrator first; a general-purpose subscription is not a substitute for enterprise access. There is no device limit, but each device needs its own client setup. Keep account and subscription details secure.

✓ Connection check

From Route Selection to Connection Testing

Check client status, exit location, and the target app separately to narrow down issues.

Update your subscription

Sign in to the user dashboard to get your subscription, then update it in your client before choosing a region. Older configurations may show outdated names or entry points; do not use old screenshots to judge which routes are currently available.

Account details

Keep your subscription on trusted devices and never share the link publicly.

Check your actual exit

After connecting, visit an IP lookup page to confirm the exit region. The result reflects the route used for that request only; it does not prove that every app follows the same routing rules.

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Test your actual task

Open the app you use and test signing in, streaming, or syncing. If something fails, keep the device and network the same while testing another exit. This helps distinguish a local connection issue from a problem with the destination service.

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Choose routes, devices, and plans separately

VPNQO supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Get clients and subscriptions from the user dashboard. Choose exits for each device and task; you do not have to keep every device in the same region. There is no limit on devices connected to one account at a time. Treat subscription details as account credentials.

The number of routes is not your monthly data allowance. Monthly subscription data resets each month on the activation date. If you upgrade mid-cycle, the price difference is prorated for the remaining days. Data add-ons last until used and never expire. For extended streaming or file syncing, check your actual usage before comparing plans; do not choose a plan based only on an exit name. Payments are accepted via Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT. The refund policy is a 60-day money-back guarantee.

If a route connects but the target app still does not work, submit a support ticket with your operating system, client status, route name, approximate time, and the error shown by the destination service. Do not include subscription links or account credentials in public screenshots. Clearly distinguish between “cannot connect,” “wrong exit,” and “app issue” to help narrow down the cause.

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