Regional exits · App routing

Servers & Routing Paths

Start with the region your app needs, then choose an international route. Route AI tools and streaming traffic according to your rules, while everyday sites in mainland China stay on your local network.

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The examples below show regions and route types to help explain how different egress locations may be used. They are not a complete list of live availability. Check the subscription list in the client after signing in for available regions, cities and route types. The table does not rank live performance or guarantee access to any platform based on egress location.

When comparing routes, distinguish between two details: the country or region determines where a request enters the target service, while the route type describes how it reaches that egress location. A region may have multiple paths, and the same path type may serve different regions. To compare routes, keep the app and egress region the same so you can tell whether a change comes from the path or the content region.

Swipe horizontally to view the table on narrow screens. The Country column includes regions. Streaming availability depends on the platform's own checks.

Regional Route Examples · Not a Live Availability List
Country / Region	City	Route Type	Streaming Support
Asia-Pacific
Japan	Tokyo	IEPL	Subject to the platform's own checks
Japan	Osaka	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Hong Kong	Hong Kong	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Hong Kong	Hong Kong	Direct	Subject to the platform's own checks
Singapore	Singapore	IEPL	Subject to the platform's own checks
Singapore	Singapore	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
South Korea	Seoul	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Australia	Sydney	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
North America
United States	Los Angeles	IEPL	Subject to the platform's own checks
United States	San Jose	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
United States	New York	Direct	Subject to the platform's own checks
Canada	Vancouver	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Canada	Toronto	Direct	Subject to the platform's own checks
Europe
United Kingdom	London	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Germany	Frankfurt	IEPL	Subject to the platform's own checks
France	Paris	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Netherlands	Amsterdam	Direct	Subject to the platform's own checks
Sweden	Stockholm	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Switzerland	Zurich	Direct	Subject to the platform's own checks
Other Regions
United Arab Emirates	Dubai	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
South Africa	Johannesburg	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Brazil	São Paulo	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks
Chile	Santiago	Direct	Subject to the platform's own checks
Türkiye	Istanbul	Relay	Subject to the platform's own checks

IEPL, Relay & Direct Routes

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Route names describe network structure, not a fixed level of performance. Dedicated transport segments, relay gateways and public internet routing serve different roles. Your local connection, the link from egress to the platform, and the app's own response all affect the experience. The cost differences below are general descriptions of network infrastructure, not additional plan fees.

IEPL

Dedicated transport segment for sustained connections

IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line. It uses dedicated transport for specific segments of a connection rather than relying entirely on changing public internet routes. Here, “dedicated line” describes the transport method; it does not mean each account has an entire physical link to itself or that every leg from your device to the target platform uses a private network.

This type of route is worth considering for long meetings, remote work, ongoing conversations and file transfers. Dedicated capacity typically requires more resources, but resource investment does not translate directly into a better experience. An unstable local Wi-Fi connection, an unsuitable gateway or a slow target service can become the bottleneck. Test whether your tasks complete reliably during the hours you actually use them instead of judging peak-hour performance by the route name alone.

Relay

Route through a relay gateway to change the path

A relay route sends a request to a relay gateway first, which then connects to the next egress. This changes the combination of networks the request passes through, making use of the connection between the gateway and egress instead of relying entirely on the direct route from your local network to the target region. Relay and dedicated line are not mutually exclusive terms: relay describes the forwarding structure, while dedicated line describes how a segment is carried. Check the specific definitions in the route details.

Everyday browsing, streaming and cross-region collaboration are all use cases where a relay route is worth comparing. It requires gateway, forwarding and egress resources, and the cost depends on those resources together. An extra hop is not necessarily slower or more stable: a better relay path may improve the experience, while a detour or a congested segment may make it worse. Compare candidate routes in the same region first to avoid region-related variables.

Direct

Connect directly to the egress and check the local route

Direct usually means the client connects to the target egress without an additional relay gateway. The connection between your device and the egress still passes through carrier networks; “direct” does not mean there are no other network hops. It is also different from “direct connection” in rule mode: an international direct route still uses an international egress, while local access to everyday sites in mainland China does not use an international route.

A direct route has a simpler structure and typically uses fewer relay gateway resources, though actual costs still depend on the region, egress resources and network conditions. It may suit use cases where the target service's location is clear and the route from your local network to that region performs well. Direct routes depend more on routing from your current network, so home internet and other connections may produce different results. If access is poor, compare a relay route in the same region first rather than changing the egress region and app settings at the same time.

Choose Routes by Use Case

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Choose a route based on what you need to do: confirm which regions the service supports, check whether your account matches the egress, then compare available paths. VPNLJ smart routing lets apps use different routes, while everyday sites in mainland China stay on your local connection. The recommendations below offer a way to assess routes; they do not guarantee specific results for any region or platform.

Everyday Browsing

Separate local and international traffic

You may have both mainland Chinese and international sites open in your browser at the same time. In rule mode, first check that everyday sites in mainland China still use your local network and that international sites match an international route. This avoids sending requests better suited to local access through an overseas egress. If text loads but images or sign-in components do not, related domains may be matching different rules. Check the routing results rather than looking only at the main domain in the address bar.

You don't need to switch regions for every website. Keep a route that meets the region requirements of your regular services, then set separate rules for apps with specific regional needs. If pages feel slow, first check whether the issue affects one site or all international pages, then decide whether to adjust the rules or route.

Streaming

Check the content region, then test playback

Netflix, Disney+, YouTube, HBO and other platforms use different methods to determine location and apply content rights. Egress region is just one factor; account details, platform policies and app cache can also affect the result. First confirm which region offers the content you want, then select a matching egress. Loading the site, signing in and playing a full video are separate checks.

When streaming, check whether playback is smooth, resumes after seeking, and has working subtitles and audio tracks. Video quality also depends on your platform plan, device and source, so route type alone is not enough to predict it. Compare routes using the same content and device, pause large background transfers, then check playback. For more details, see Streaming Availability.

AI Tools

Keep the region consistent and distinguish web from API access

Before using tools such as ChatGPT or Claude, check the platform's supported service regions and account requirements. Being able to open the website does not mean your account is eligible, and API calls may use a different network route. Keep the region consistent for a given tool to reduce variables when troubleshooting; avoid repeatedly switching egress locations within a session.

Developers should also check whether terminals, editors and background processes use the intended route. Working browser rules do not prove that command-line requests are routed the same way. When a request times out, distinguish between a connection failure, a long wait for a response and an error returned by the service. A route name alone does not guarantee a fixed or dedicated egress; confirm those requirements separately. See AI Tool Access Guide.

Gaming

Compare routes for your game region and session stability

Game sign-in, resource downloads and live matches may connect to different services. First confirm your game region and the connection methods allowed by the service, then choose a candidate egress that matches the region. A nearby region is not automatically the best choice for your game server; actual routing and the game's network protocol both affect results.

Test connectivity, voice chat and session recovery outside a live match, and avoid repeatedly switching routes mid-game. If downloads work but matches do not, check the relevant processes and network requirements separately. An international subscription route cannot replace the game's own compatibility requirements and should not be treated as a dedicated connection solution for every game.

Remote Work

Test meetings, collaboration and corporate access separately

For work, the priority is whether tasks complete reliably. In meetings, test two-way audio, video and screen sharing; in collaboration tools, check file uploads and whether edits are saved; for remote desktop, check session stability. Compare routes during the hours you normally work, rather than ending the test after sign-in. Choose a route before important meetings and keep it stable during the call.

If your organization requires a dedicated access client or an egress allowlist, follow its network policies. Confirm that the two network tools can be used together, and ask your administrator to determine which route each app should use if needed. VPNLJ has no limit on simultaneously connected devices, but multiple devices share plan traffic and local network resources; the device limit does not mean each device gets dedicated network resources.

Check Connection & Routing

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Once connected, test the target app

First confirm that your subscription is up to date and the selected region suits your use case, then complete a real task in the target app. An egress IP lookup in your browser only reflects the route used by that particular request. If an AI tool, video app or terminal uses separate rules, check each one individually. In rule mode, local egress for domestic sites and regional egress for international apps can both be expected.

If something fails, note the target app, egress region, route type and the specific step that failed. Keep the region the same while trying a different route, then keep the route type the same while comparing other supported regions. Change one variable at a time. If one app still fails while others work, check its routing rules, account status and platform messages first.

Separate Connection Issues from Plan Status

Choosing a route does not replace checking your plan status. Monthly subscription traffic resets each month on the activation date, and upgrade price differences are prorated by the remaining days. Data add-ons remain available until used and never expire. Before troubleshooting the connection, check your current plan and remaining traffic in the dashboard, then retrieve the latest client and subscription details to avoid repeated attempts with an outdated configuration.

VPNLJ supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Get the client and subscription through the user dashboard. No email address is required; create an account with a username and password. Payments are supported via Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT, with a 7-day refund policy. Compare plan traffic and pricing on the Plans & Pricing page. To report a connection issue, open a support ticket in the dashboard and describe the problem. Do not submit your password or full subscription details.