Example Regions and Cities
The country or region determines the exit location, while the city helps distinguish locations within the same region. Route type describes the connection path. Streaming availability depends on the platform, account, and current exit status.
The table below illustrates how to choose a route; it is not a list of available servers. The region and route combinations show how to filter options and do not mean every combination is currently included in a plan. Check the user panel and client for actual server names, cities, route types, and availability.
The “Streaming support” column uses the same verification note throughout. Coverage does not mean every route supports every platform, nor does it guarantee that an exit will consistently access all regional content.
| Country / Region | City | Route Type (Example) | Streaming Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia-Pacific | |||
| Singapore | Singapore | IEPL dedicated line | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Japan | Tokyo | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Japan | Osaka | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Hong Kong | Hong Kong | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| South Korea | Seoul | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Australia | Sydney | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| North America | |||
| United States | Los Angeles | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| United States | Seattle | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| United States | New York | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Canada | Vancouver | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Canada | Toronto | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Mexico | Mexico City | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Europe | |||
| United Kingdom | London | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| France | Paris | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Germany | Frankfurt | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Netherlands | Amsterdam | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Switzerland | Zurich | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Sweden | Stockholm | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Other Regions | |||
| Brazil | São Paulo | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Chile | Santiago | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| South Africa | Johannesburg | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| India | Mumbai | Direct | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
| Türkiye | Istanbul | Relayed | Check the dashboard label and verify the connection |
The table does not show real-time performance data. Before choosing a route, check its full name and labels in the client, then test it with the service you want to use.
How to Use Region Labels to Choose a Route
For everyday access to international websites, start by trying an exit relatively close to your location. If a service is only available in specific regions, first meet its regional requirements, then compare the routes available there. Map distance is only a starting point: your connection also passes through your local ISP, the route entry point, international links, and the destination server. A city that looks closer on a map does not necessarily deliver a better experience.
Different cities in the same country may use different exit paths, or they may simply be region labels in the service directory. A city label is not proof of a data center address or dedicated resources. If your work, streaming, or tools require a consistent region, try an alternative route within that region rather than switching regions repeatedly after a brief issue. This helps keep account sessions consistent and makes it easier to identify whether a particular route is causing the problem.
Route Types and Cross-Border Paths
IEPL, relayed, and direct describe connection paths, not fixed speed tiers. Here’s what these terms commonly mean in the industry; check the dashboard label for the specific types currently offered by VPNDV.
IEPL dedicated line
IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line, using dedicated transport to connect network endpoints in different regions. In subscription services, the label usually indicates that a segment of the international connection uses dedicated transport. Your device still connects to the service entry point through your local network, and the exit has its own path to the destination website. An IEPL label is no substitute for end-to-end testing.
These connections generally require greater investment in capacity and maintenance. They can suit activities that benefit from sustained transmission, long sessions, and consistent connections, such as video calls, extended video playback, or ongoing work. Differences in cost reflect industry resource requirements; VPNDV does not charge extra based on route type. Peak-hour performance may still depend on your local network, entry capacity, exit path, and destination service. Choose based on whether your actual task works reliably, not on the label alone.
Relayed
With a relayed connection, traffic first goes to an entry node, which forwards it to an exit in the destination region. The entry handles access and route management, while the exit connects to the destination service. This setup allows more flexibility in route scheduling, and a path from your local network to the entry may sometimes work better than a direct connection to an overseas exit. But relaying alone does not guarantee a smoother connection; performance still depends on the transport between entry and exit and on the resources available along the route.
Relayed routes are often used for everyday browsing, tools, and access to multiple regions. They typically require resources to maintain both entry and exit points, as well as the forwarding link. Compared with direct connections, route management is more complex; compared with dedicated lines, the relayed label alone says nothing about the investment involved. If a page does not load fully, compare other routes in the same region rather than assuming all relayed routes perform alike.
Direct
A direct connection generally means the client connects to the exit node without a separate relay entry point provided by the service. The path is simpler, but your connection to the exit still travels through ISP networks and international links. Fewer service-side forwarding steps do not mean fewer network hops overall, and do not make direct connections inherently better than relayed ones. The same exit can perform very differently across access networks.
Direct connections can work well when your local network has a good path to the destination exit, and can also serve as a comparison when troubleshooting entry-point issues. The service generally uses fewer relay resources, but costs are still affected by the exit region and network procurement and maintenance. Test with your usual network and at your usual times to see if it suits your needs. If pages load normally but large transfers frequently fail, try another route type instead of insisting on the simplest path.
Route type, exit IP characteristics, and account permissions are separate factors. An IEPL line does not mean you get a dedicated IP; a relayed connection does not mean it uses a residential IP; and a direct connection does not guarantee that a platform will accept the exit. See the streaming guide’s overview of IP types for ways to identify IP types.
Choosing an International Route for Your Needs
Regional requirements define the options; how well a route handles your task determines whether to keep it. Compare routes using the same network and destination service to minimize other variables.
Everyday Browsing: Check That Pages Load Fully
A webpage may load its main content, images, search results, and sign-in resources from different services. Opening the homepage only confirms that some requests succeeded. After choosing a route, visit the pages you actually need and check that images load, search works, and features are available after signing in. If there are no regional requirements, try an exit in a nearby region first, then keep the route that performs consistently on your usual network.
If one website has issues while others work, first check the site’s status, browser extensions, and cache, then compare alternative routes in the same region. Changing your route, browser, and network all at once makes it hard to identify the cause. Change one thing at a time and note the results; those details are more useful when asking for help than a vague report that “the internet is slow.”
Streaming: Check Region and Playback Access Separately
For streaming, first confirm which region offers the content you want, then check the streaming label in your client. Being able to open Netflix, Disney+, or another platform does not guarantee your account can play a particular title. Platforms may also use account region, payment details, exit detection, and licensing to determine what’s available. A route provides network access; it does not change your membership tier or override account requirements.
To test, open and play the title you want. Check that the quality stays stable, playback resumes after seeking, and subtitles and audio work correctly. HD video requires more sustained data transfer than a typical webpage, and your device’s decoding, app settings, and local network also affect results. If you see a proxy or region notice, save its exact wording and try another exit in the same region. For more troubleshooting, read the complete streaming guide.
AI Tools: Keep Your Region and Session Consistent
The availability of tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini depends on each platform’s own policies. Before choosing a route, check the regions and account requirements supported by the service. Once connected, test signing in, submitting a prompt, and receiving a response—not just opening the product page. For file uploads or long-running tasks, make sure the task can finish; opening the website does not necessarily mean all features will work.
Once you’ve confirmed access, keep your session in the same region where possible, and avoid switching exits while a task is running. Account notices, usage limits, payment requirements, and network connectivity are separate issues; changing routes does not override platform requirements. If a request fails, note whether it happened during sign-in, upload, or response generation, and check whether ordinary websites work. The homepage’s AI tools access guide offers more ways to troubleshoot.
Gaming: Check the Game Server and Connection Requirements
For gaming, choose a route based on the game server’s region, not simply the exit closest to you. Launcher updates, account sign-in, matchmaking, and gameplay may use different connection methods, so successful web browsing does not prove the gaming route is suitable. Check the game’s rules first and make sure your account region and network setup comply with the platform’s requirements.
Test sign-in, matchmaking, and actual gameplay separately; don’t just check whether the launcher opens. Switch routes after leaving a match to avoid interrupting your session. VPNDV’s general international routes are not a promise of game-specific optimization. If the game’s required connection method is not explicitly supported, check with support before using the route for regular gaming.
Work: Use a Consistent Region and Keep an Alternative Route
For work, session continuity, file transfers, and access policies matter most. Check whether your business apps restrict exit regions, require a fixed source IP, or already have a corporate network access setup. A shared international exit is not a substitute for a fixed corporate IP. If your administrator requires an IP allowlist or a dedicated exit, ask them for guidance; this page does not promise dedicated IPs.
After connecting, test real work tasks such as meetings, document collaboration, file uploads, and remote sessions. Avoid changing routes just before an important meeting; test an alternative route in the same region between tasks. VPNDV supports unlimited devices, making it easy to connect from multiple devices, but keep shared local network capacity and plan data usage in mind. Access to company information must also follow your organization’s permission and device management policies.
Test Your Connection and Record Issues
Track “connection successful” separately from “task completed.” The first confirms the client connected; the second tells you whether the route works for your intended use.
- Check your subscription and current server list.Check your plan status in the user panel, then follow the setup guide to get and import your subscription. The server list in your client is where you choose a route; the examples on this page do not replace your subscription details.
- Choose a region and route type.First meet the destination service’s regional requirements, then compare the available paths. Read the full route name instead of drawing conclusions from a city or route-type keyword alone.
- Check how the exit is identified.After connecting, use the network check to view exit information. Location results may differ as databases are updated, so check how the destination service identifies the exit rather than relying on a single test result.
- Run the task you need.Open the relevant page and complete playback, a conversation, an upload, or a work session. If something goes wrong, save the exact message and note the destination service, route name, and type of access network.
- Compare routes and submit your findings.Under the same conditions, try an alternative server in the same region. If the issue persists, read the route troubleshooting guide or sign in to the dashboard to submit a support ticket. Hide passwords, subscription links, and sensitive account details in screenshots.
How Plan Data Affects Route Choice
Route choice affects your path and region; your plan determines how much data you can use. VPNDV monthly plans are ¥9.9/month for 60GB, ¥18/month for 250GB, and ¥28/month for 500GB. Data resets monthly on your renewal date; mid-cycle upgrades are prorated by the remaining days. A higher data tier does not guarantee better performance on any particular route.
Data add-ons are ¥158/300GB, ¥358/1000GB, and ¥658/3000GB. They last until used and never expire. For extended streaming or large file transfers, check your usage in the dashboard and choose a billing option that fits your habits. Supported platforms: Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT. A 30-day refund guarantee is included. See the plans page for full pricing and details.
Keep Route Test Results Reproducible
Record the region, route name, task, and test results together. Keeping a familiar exit and an alternative route in the same region makes it easier to build consistent habits than switching randomly. When the service directory changes, repeat the same tests to check your routes again.