VPNQY provides cross-border network acceleration subscriptions covering 110+ countries / 150+ routes. Routes are grouped into IEPL, relay, and direct connections, so you can choose based on your location, content platform, and use case.
North American routes
Los Angeles · Seattle · New York
IEPL · TRANSIT · DIRECT
Regional groups
Server Route Reference
This table highlights representative regions, cities, and route types. VPNQY offers 110+ countries / 150+ routes overall. Available options are based on the subscription routes currently shown in the user panel; during maintenance, try another entry point in the same region.
APAC
Asia-Pacific routes
Suitable for content and online services in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, and nearby regions. When the target service is in Asia-Pacific, start by testing a geographically closer city.
Country or region
City
Route type
Streaming support
Japan
Tokyo
IEPL
Supported
Japan
Osaka
Relay
Supported
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong
Relay
Supported
Singapore
Singapore
IEPL
Supported
South Korea
Seoul
Direct
Depends on the platform region
Taiwan, China
Taipei
Relay
Supported
NORTH AMERICA
North American routes
Suitable for international websites, collaboration platforms, developer services, and content platforms hosted in the United States or Canada. West Coast and East Coast entry points serve different target locations, so choose based on where the service is hosted.
Country
City
Route type
Streaming support
United States
Los Angeles
IEPL
Supported
United States
San Jose
Relay
Supported
United States
Seattle
Direct
Depends on the platform region
United States
New York
Direct
Supported
Canada
Vancouver
Relay
Supported
Canada
Toronto
Direct
Depends on the platform region
EUROPE
European routes
Suitable for websites, workplace systems, developer resources, and streaming regions in Europe. Start with the country where the target service is located, then compare different route types within that region.
Country
City
Route type
Streaming support
United Kingdom
London
IEPL
Supported
Germany
Frankfurt
Relay
Supported
Netherlands
Amsterdam
Direct
Supported
France
Paris
Direct
Depends on the platform region
Switzerland
Zurich
Relay
Depends on the platform region
Italy
Milan
Direct
Depends on the platform region
OTHER REGIONS
Routes in other regions
For services in Oceania, the Middle East, Africa, South America, and South Asia. When the target is far away, match the target region first, then consider the route type and local access conditions.
Country
City
Route type
Streaming support
Australia
Sydney
Relay
Supported
New Zealand
Auckland
Direct
Depends on the platform region
United Arab Emirates
Dubai
Relay
Depends on the platform region
South Africa
Johannesburg
Direct
Depends on the platform region
Brazil
São Paulo
Direct
Depends on the platform region
India
Mumbai
Relay
Depends on the platform region
Connection methods
IEPL, relay, and direct connections
Route names describe how the cross-border connection is organized, not a fixed ranking of speed. The access network, target service location, carrier path, and current use case all affect the final experience, so it is more useful to understand the three route types by purpose.
PRIVATE ROUTE
IEPL
IEPL uses dedicated international private-line resources to organize cross-border traffic and reduce uncertain detours across public networks. Its value is not a single fixed speed figure, but a clearer path that is more likely to remain consistent during sustained transfers, remote collaboration, and heavy evening use.
These routes suit video conferences, remote desktops, large file synchronization, continuous streaming, and work that is sensitive to connection fluctuations. Dedicated-line resources generally cost more to build and maintain than standard direct connections, so they are usually prioritized for stability-focused use cases rather than every connection.
Best for: sustained connections, remote work, HD video, critical tasks
RELAY ROUTE
Relay routes
A relay route first connects to a suitable entry point, then forwards traffic through an intermediate link to the target region. By reorganizing the path, it can reduce inefficient detours that may occur when a local network connects directly to a distant destination. Relaying does not shorten the distance; it aims to provide a more suitable access path for the current direction.
For everyday websites, AI tools, content platforms, and routine work, relay routes often balance connection performance and resource cost. If several entry points are available in the same region, use a relay as the default, then switch to IEPL or direct if the application does not perform smoothly.
Best for: everyday browsing, AI tools, routine work, content access
DIRECT ROUTE
Direct connections
A direct route connects from the local network to the target server without an additional relay layer. Its path is simpler, making it suitable for temporary access, lightweight websites, and backup access within the same region. Performance is more directly affected by the local carrier, international gateway, and changes in remote routing.
When a direct route works smoothly on the current network, it can handle many lightweight tasks. If pages respond inconsistently, videos buffer, or long connections drop, switch to a relay or IEPL route in the same region. Direct does not mean lower quality; it uses a different cost structure and path-control model.
Best for: lightweight access, temporary tasks, backup connections in the same region
Use-case guide
Choose a route by task
There is no need to keep searching for a single universal best server. Confirm where the target service is located first, then decide whether the task needs a sustained connection. This is usually more effective than looking only at the city name. Use the order below when connecting for the first time or switching after an issue.
Everyday browsing
For international websites, research, and ordinary web pages, start with a nearby Asia-Pacific relay route. Web access depends more on consistent requests than on dedicating an IEPL route to lightweight tasks. If the target website is clearly hosted in North America or Europe, choose that region directly to avoid an unnecessary extra path through a nearby location.
Streaming
Choose the country based on the content region you want, then test an IEPL or relay route marked as supporting streaming. Platforms may evaluate the exit region, account details, and app cache together, so reopen the app after changing countries. If only one title is unavailable, consider differences in licensing catalogs before attributing the issue to the route.
AI Tools
AI chat, coding assistants, and image tools often rely on sustained requests and account-region policies. Start with a relay route in the region commonly used by the target service; switch to IEPL for file uploads, longer generation tasks, or sessions that need to stay active. Changing countries frequently may trigger account-side region checks, so keep the exit region relatively stable during the same work session.
Gaming
For gaming, match the server region first, then focus on keeping the connection stable. Game updates, account login, and live matches may connect to different services, so assess them separately. If a nearby direct route works well, keep using it; if you see jitter, disconnections, or voice interruptions, switch to a relay or IEPL route in the same region and avoid changing routes during a match.
Remote work
Video conferences, remote desktops, code repositories, and cloud documents depend more on long-lived connections. Prioritize an IEPL route in the region where your company system or collaboration service is located, and keep a relay route in the same region as a backup. Before an important meeting or file sync, complete login and permission checks first so account verification, enterprise access rules, and network paths are not treated as one issue.
Switching methods
How to assess route issues
Connection problems do not always originate with the server. A change in the local network, system proxy status, app cache, account region, or target-service maintenance can produce similar symptoms. Following a fixed order of checks helps avoid aimless repetition.
CHECK
Check the scope of the issue
Open a commonly used website and the target app separately. If only one app is affected, check its cache, login status, and region settings first. If multiple services are unavailable, check the client connection and subscription status.
REGION
Keep the target region
When you need a specific content region, switch route types within the same country first. This keeps the exit region unchanged, avoids changing the account or content catalog at the same time, and makes it easier to compare relay, direct, and IEPL routes.
NETWORK
Check local access
Switch between Wi-Fi and another available network, then reconnect. If the issue disappears after changing the local network, it is more likely related to the current access path. If the behavior is unchanged, try a backup server in the same region.
CLIENT
Reload the subscription
After confirming that your plan is active, retrieve the current subscription from the user panel and update it through the client’s normal process. Do not share subscription details with others. Once updated, select the route again instead of continuing to use an expired configuration in the client.
Coverage notes
Coverage and actual content availability
VPNQY covers 110+ countries / 150+ routes. Coverage means the subscription offers server choices in those regions, but the number of routes, route types, and compatible content may vary by region. Available entry points may also change during server maintenance, upstream adjustments, or changes to target-platform policies.
Streaming support describes using a route to access content platforms in the relevant region; it does not automatically grant an account that region’s catalog. Platforms may determine the final result based on the account registration region, payment details, app store region, or content licensing rules. Before choosing a route, confirm the region associated with the target content, then use the corresponding server.
AI tools and workplace systems may also have their own account rules. A route can provide a cross-border access path, but it cannot replace the service provider’s account approval, enterprise permissions, or content eligibility. When a login prompt appears, read the specific reason provided by the target service before deciding whether to change regions.
SERVICE FACTS
Subscription connection details
Coverage: 110+ countries / 150+ routes
Devices: Unlimited devices
Platforms: Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux
Registration: No email address required; register with a username and password
These questions cover region selection, route switching, and multi-device use. The answers focus on the actual task rather than treating a single route name as a substitute for testing.
Is the nearest server always the best choice?
Not necessarily. Geographic distance is only one factor; the target service region and route structure matter too. For Asia-Pacific websites, try a nearby entry point first. For North American or European workplace systems, choosing the target region directly usually makes troubleshooting easier.
Is IEPL suitable for every task?
IEPL is better suited to sustained connections, video conferences, remote desktops, and longer content transfers. Standard web browsing and temporary tasks can also use relay or direct routes, so there is no need to choose solely based on the route name.
Why can’t I access a specific title even on a streaming route?
The content catalog may also depend on the account region, licensing territory, app cache, and platform policies. Confirm the account and target-content regions, close and reopen the app, then test another route in the same country.
Can different devices connect to different regions?
Yes. VPNQY supports unlimited devices online at the same time, and each device can choose a region based on the app it is using. If the same account uses a content platform on multiple devices, that platform’s own device and account rules still apply.
Do I need to update the subscription after switching routes?
Usually, you can switch within the client’s existing list. Update the subscription and reload the configuration when the user panel and client lists no longer match, or when an existing entry point has changed.