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International routes for cross-border access

90+ countries / 150+ routes. Choose a service region first, then a route type that fits your needs.

IEPL dedicated line / Relay / Direct Check streaming support by platform Unlimited simultaneous devices

This page covers static route examples and how to choose a route. See the client after signing in for the full list, route names and use-case labels.

Browse international routes by region

A route's region is the egress location used to access a target service; it is not a list of every location the connection passes through. First check which region the website or app requires, then compare the corresponding route types in the client. The cities below illustrate region and route combinations. They are not a complete coverage list, and not every route type is necessarily available in every city at all times.

Asia-Pacific

Start by comparing nearby regions for everyday browsing and collaboration. For streaming, prioritize the region of the catalog you want, not just geographic distance.

Asia-Pacific · Static route examples
Country / regionCityRoute typeStreaming support
SingaporeSingaporeIEPL dedicated lineCheck by platform
Hong Kong, ChinaHong KongIEPL dedicated lineCheck by platform
JapanTokyoIEPL dedicated lineCheck by platform
South KoreaSeoulRelayCheck by platform
AustraliaSydneyDirectCheck by platform
New ZealandAucklandRelayCheck by platform

North America

For sites and apps that need a North American egress location. Routes through different US cities are not necessarily the same. Keep the region consistent when comparing routes, and check how well each works for your task.

North America · Static route examples
Country / regionCityRoute typeStreaming support
United StatesLos AngelesIEPL dedicated lineCheck by platform
United StatesSeattleRelayCheck by platform
United StatesNew YorkDirectCheck by platform
CanadaVancouverRelayCheck by platform
CanadaTorontoDirectCheck by platform
MexicoMexico CityRelayCheck by platform

Europe

For accounts, content or work services that require a European egress location. A region label helps you choose a route; it does not guarantee that a platform will accept its IP address.

Europe · Static route examples
Country / regionCityRoute typeStreaming support
SwitzerlandZurichDirectCheck by platform
United KingdomLondonRelayCheck by platform
GermanyFrankfurtIEPL dedicated lineCheck by platform
FranceParisDirectCheck by platform
NetherlandsAmsterdamRelayCheck by platform
SwedenStockholmDirectCheck by platform

Other regions

For content, websites and work needs tied to specific regions. Longer intercontinental routes should be tested with the target service before you decide whether they suit regular use.

Other regions · Static route examples
Country / regionCityRoute typeStreaming support
BrazilSão PauloRelayCheck by platform
ChileSantiagoDirectCheck by platform
South AfricaJohannesburgRelayCheck by platform
United Arab EmiratesDubaiRelayCheck by platform
IndiaMumbaiDirectCheck by platform
TürkiyeIstanbulRelayCheck by platform

IEPL, relay and direct routes

Route types describe how a connection is structured, not how fast it is. The egress region tells you where you access from; the route type tells you how the connection reaches that egress. Protocols define how the client and server communicate. Keeping these concepts separate helps identify whether an issue comes from region selection, the transport path or client settings.

How routes are structured

IEPL dedicated lines: more control over the transport path

IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line, using dedicated cross-border transmission resources to connect network locations. Unlike routes that rely primarily on public internet routing, it is designed to reduce reliance on changes in public routes along key segments. The dedicated-line label in the client describes the route structure; it does not mean every segment between your device and the destination website uses a private line.

For meetings, sustained uploads and long viewing sessions, compare how a dedicated line performs in practice. These tasks depend more on a consistent connection than on a brief burst of download speed. Home network congestion, Wi-Fi signal and the route between the egress and target service can still affect results. Dedicated-line resources generally cost more to lease and maintain, but this page does not list any additional charge; subscription prices are on the plans page.

How routes are structured

Relay: adjust the route through an access point

A relay route first sends the connection to an access point, then forwards it along the remaining path to the egress. The extra hop is intended to take advantage of a better network relationship between access and forwarding points, not simply to add another stop. Peering between providers can vary by network and time of day, so a relay may work better than a direct route on your current network—or introduce a new bottleneck through the extra path.

Relay routes are worth comparing for everyday browsing, document syncing and tasks that need an egress in a specific region. Check whether the connection to the access point is smooth, the target site works, and ongoing activity stays uninterrupted. Costs depend on access resources, forwarded traffic and egress maintenance; the word “relay” alone does not tell you whether a route is cheap or expensive. Keep the egress region consistent with your task when comparing routes so you don't mistake regional differences for route-type differences.

How routes are structured

Direct: connect to the egress more directly

A direct route generally means your network connects to the egress server without an additional relay. The route structure is simpler, but the actual network path is still determined by provider routing. “Direct” does not mean the shortest geographic distance or guarantee faster performance on every network. International peering on your network and connectivity between the egress data center and target service both affect results.

For web browsing without specific regional requirements, first see whether a direct route meets your needs, then consider other types. Its resource setup typically avoids an extra relay, but quality egress and network resources still cost money, so direct does not necessarily mean a lower-priced tier. If performance changes significantly at certain times, compare a relay or dedicated line in the same region for the same task instead of repeatedly switching to more distant countries.

Choose a route for your use case

Good Fit recommends choosing in this order: target service, required region, route type, then client rules. Start with the task at hand and find an international route that suits it. Don't generalize from one connection result to every app or time of day, and don't assume a more distant egress is automatically better.

Everyday browsing: make sure routing rules match the apps you use

Websites, search, news and code documentation usually don't require a specific streaming-catalog region. Start with a nearby route and check that page assets load fully, images display correctly and sign-in stays stable. If your browser works but a desktop app can't connect, check whether the app is covered by the proxy rules before changing routes. Rule-based mode suits setups that use both local and international sites. Global mode can help you check whether an app was left out of the routing rules, but you don't need to keep all apps on a different route just to troubleshoot.

Streaming: prioritize the catalog region over route type

Content and playback access on platforms such as Netflix, Disney+ and YouTube depend on more than the transport path. Your account region, plan, egress IP recognition and device capabilities can all affect results. First identify the region for the content you want, then choose a route in that region marked for streaming and test the actual title. Finding a title in search doesn't mean it will play, and a short clip playing doesn't guarantee a smooth long viewing session. If you see a region notice, keep other conditions the same and compare another route in the same region. Start a fresh playback session after switching so an old connection doesn't affect the test.

AI tools: check regional availability and session stability separately

Before accessing an AI tool, check the platform's rules for supported regions and account eligibility. A route provides connectivity; it does not grant account access or platform permission. Choose a region that meets the platform's requirements, keep the egress region consistent, and check that sign-in, generation and file uploads all work. If the site opens but generation fails, don't assume the region is wrong; also check browser extensions, client rules and whether the persistent connection was interrupted. Routes marked for AI tools can be a starting point, but the target platform's response is what matters.

Gaming: check that game traffic is routed through the client

A game, its updater and a browser may use different network paths. Signing in on the web doesn't prove the game session is using your chosen route. First check the game server region, then confirm the client mode covers the connections the game needs. Some games depend on specific transport methods; compatibility depends on the client and the game's requirements, and this page does not promise that every game will work. Compare using the same server and similar network conditions, and check movement, input response and session stability. Smooth downloads and stable gameplay are different requirements, so don't choose a gameplay route based only on download performance.

Work: prioritize a stable session over frequent switching

Video calls, online documents, code repositories and business sign-ins each have different connection requirements. Calls need consistent audio and video; documents need changes to sync successfully; code repositories may also be affected by file size and server-side rate limits. Compare a dedicated line or a relay that performs well, and test meeting connections, file uploads and sign-in before starting work. Follow your organization's requirements if a business account specifies an access method or policy; route selection cannot replace company authorization. Keep the egress location you've verified during work. A step-by-step check when something goes wrong is usually more useful than repeatedly changing regions.

Check connection results and when to switch routes

A connected status in the client means a connection has been established; it does not mean the target platform has accepted your account, region or content access. Testing connectivity and task completion separately can help avoid unnecessary route changes.

Keep conditions consistent and compare one thing at a time

First note the target app, current region, route type and client mode. Check whether regular websites load, then test sign-in and the action you need on the target service. If no sites work, check your local network, subscription status and whether the client connected successfully. If only one service reports an error, start with its message and regional requirements. When comparing routes, change only the route and keep the device, app and target region the same so the results are meaningful.

After switching routes, let the app establish a new connection. Browsers, media players and desktop apps may keep existing sessions, so reload or reopen them as needed. If rule-based and global modes behave differently, continue checking the routing rules instead of attributing the issue to egress performance. When you're done troubleshooting, restore the mode that suits your task so temporary test settings don't affect other apps.

Subscriptions, devices and client access

VPNGF supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux, with unlimited simultaneous devices. Each device still needs the subscription imported correctly and a suitable route selected. No email address is required to create an account; just use a username and password. Get your subscription from the dashboard after signing in. Active subscribers can download the client there; marketing pages do not provide direct installer links or live subscription URLs.

Monthly subscription data resets each month on the activation date. When you upgrade mid-cycle, the price difference is prorated for the remaining days; data add-ons remain available until used and never expire. Route selection and data management are separate: changing routes does not replace checking your remaining data or subscription status. VPNGF supports Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT and offers a 60-day money-back guarantee. See the plans page for exact prices and plan differences rather than choosing a subscription based only on a route name.

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