VPNCross · Location and Route Reference

International Routes

Start with the location you need, then compare route types.
Assess cities, paths and use cases separately to make a clearer choice.

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Location index

Countries, cities and route types

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VPNCross covers 90+ countries and 190+ routes. The examples below group cities and route types by region to help explain how to choose a route. This is neither a complete inventory nor a live availability list. See the subscription list available after login for current cities, route types and connection options.

The country or region shown indicates the exit location; it does not mean your connection passes through only that location. Streaming availability also depends on each platform’s regional policies, account permissions and how it identifies the exit IP. Streaming entries therefore describe how availability is verified, not a promise based on location alone.

Location and route type examples · Check the subscription list for current options
Country / region City Route type Streaming availability
Asia-Pacific
Hong Kong, ChinaHong KongIEPL dedicated lineSubject to actual service availability
SingaporeSingaporeIEPL dedicated lineSubject to actual service availability
JapanTokyoDirectSubject to actual service availability
JapanOsakaRelaySubject to actual service availability
South KoreaSeoulRelaySubject to actual service availability
TaiwanTaipeiDirectSubject to actual service availability
North America
United StatesLos AngelesRelaySubject to actual service availability
United StatesNew YorkDirectSubject to actual service availability
CanadaTorontoRelaySubject to actual service availability
CanadaVancouverDirectSubject to actual service availability
Europe
GermanyFrankfurtRelaySubject to actual service availability
SwitzerlandZurichDirectSubject to actual service availability
United KingdomLondonRelaySubject to actual service availability
FranceParisDirectSubject to actual service availability
NetherlandsAmsterdamRelaySubject to actual service availability
FinlandHelsinkiDirectSubject to actual service availability
Other regions
AustraliaSydneyRelaySubject to actual service availability
BrazilSão PauloRelaySubject to actual service availability
United Arab EmiratesDubaiRelaySubject to actual service availability
South AfricaJohannesburgRelaySubject to actual service availability

Understanding routes

Dedicated lines, relays and direct routes

Compare how paths are arranged, not just what they are called.

IEPL

IEPL dedicated line

A dedicated transport segment connects network endpoints

IEPL typically refers to an international Ethernet private line. This type of route uses a dedicated transport segment to connect network endpoints, so some cross-region traffic does not have to rely entirely on hop-by-hop forwarding over the public internet. Its value lies in more deliberate planning of link resources and paths—not in turning the user’s network, the destination website and every point in between into a private channel.

For extended streaming, remote meetings or longer work sessions, a dedicated line may be worth comparing first. Judge it by whether your applications work reliably, not by the label. Congested home Wi-Fi, an unstable access network or a busy destination service can still affect the end-to-end connection; route type is no substitute for testing the full path.

Dedicated lines typically involve leased transport capacity, access and maintenance, and often require greater resource investment. Higher cost does not make them a better fit for every use, and the label does not guarantee a particular level of performance. See the pricing page for VPNCross plan prices; this page does not infer extra charges from route names.

Relay

Relay routes

An entry point directs traffic along the next leg of the route

A relay route first sends the connection to an entry node, which then forwards it to the exit. The entry and exit have different roles: the entry handles the connection, while the exit determines the location websites see. Adding a hop does not necessarily make the experience worse. If the connection between entry and exit is better, a relay route may avoid a less suitable public-internet path.

If a direct route is unstable during your usual hours or connections to a particular destination region often drop, compare relay options in the same region. This keeps the exit location you need while letting you see how a different path performs. Keep the client, destination website and local network unchanged during testing so you do not mistake other changes for a route effect.

A relay requires maintaining the entry, exit and transport between them. Costs depend on entry resources, interconnection and operations. Relays are not inherently halfway between direct routes and dedicated lines, nor are they a standardised product. The “relay” label alone cannot tell you whether a route suits video, development tools or interactive apps.

Direct

Direct routes

The client connects directly to the exit

A direct route generally means the client connects to the exit node without an additional entry relay arranged by the provider. “Direct” describes the service structure; it does not mean data travels through no other devices on the physical network or takes the geographically shortest path. Actual routing depends on network interconnection and routing decisions.

For everyday web use, code documentation and lighter workloads, start by testing a direct route in the location you need. If the connection comes up smoothly and responds consistently, there is no need to switch just to try a different label. If the public-internet path between your local network and the exit becomes congested, comparing a relay or dedicated line is usually more useful than repeatedly refreshing the same website.

Direct routes have a relatively simple service structure, but exit servers, transport capacity and maintenance still cost money. Direct does not mean low quality, nor does it guarantee faster speeds at all times. Choose based on repeatable real-world performance, and use the route name as a clue about how the path is organised—not as a guarantee of results.

Choose by use case

Choose a route for your use case

Check location fit, smooth operation and long-session stability separately.

Web and documents

Everyday browsing

If the destination website has no specific location requirements, start by comparing exits geographically close to your access location, then check how real pages load and respond. Distance is only a starting point, not a verdict: carrier interconnections differ, and paths within the same region can perform quite differently.

Don’t stop testing after the home page loads. Open image-heavy pages, sign in to a frequently used account and search for content to confirm that everyday tasks work consistently. Once you find a suitable route, save it as a regular option and keep an alternative in the same region to make troubleshooting easier.

Video and audio

Streaming

First confirm the region where the content is available, then check that your account has permission to watch it. The correct exit region is only a prerequisite; it does not guarantee that a platform will accept the exit or replace content licensing. Streaming notes in the table are not a guarantee for any particular platform or catalogue.

To test, start playback from the actual title and check continuous playback, seeking and changes in video quality. Loading a title page but failing to play is different from playback stopping partway through. For the first issue, check the platform’s message and regional rules; for the second, compare your local network and routes in the same region.

Web and development

Accessing AI tools

Before accessing an AI tool, check the service’s supported regions, account eligibility and usage rules. Being able to open a page in your browser does not mean sign-in, file uploads or API requests will work. Test your actual workflow rather than judging the connection by the page title alone.

Once a connection is working reliably, keep the exit region consistent where possible and avoid switching frequently during a work session. In development workflows, distinguish server errors, authentication failures and network timeouts. A route can improve the transport path, but it cannot fix API key permissions, account limits or problems in the application itself. See the ChatGPT access guide for more.

Interactive apps

Gaming connections

First check the game server’s region, then confirm that the client is actually routing game traffic. Some games use different connections for sign-in, updates and matches, so normal web access does not mean the game is using the intended route. Follow the game service’s regional and account rules as well.

For games, consistent interaction matters more than download performance alone. Compare routes with the server region and game settings unchanged, and watch for input lag, interruptions or reconnections during play. If the issue occurs only on Wi-Fi, check your local connection before switching international routes. This page makes no game-specific performance guarantees.

Meetings and collaboration

Remote work

For remote desktops, meetings and collaboration tools, prioritise a stable connection and an exit region permitted for your work. Before starting, check sign-in, file access, and audio and video; enter the meeting only after everything is working. Switching routes repeatedly during a meeting may force the app to reconnect and interrupt your work.

For internal company systems, follow your organisation’s access requirements and data-handling policies. A personal subscription cannot replace any identity checks or access tools required by your organisation. VPNCross supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux, with no limit on simultaneous devices. On each device, confirm that the subscription is imported and the target app uses the intended route.

Before you connect

Confirm your region and troubleshoot the connection

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No email address required—create an account with a username and password. Log in to the dashboard to get your subscription, then import and update it in your client. Location examples on marketing pages are not a substitute for your subscription details, and a webpage URL is not a subscription link to paste into a client. Find client downloads in the user dashboard. Downloads are available after login except on iOS, where an active plan is required.

After connecting, use IP Lookup to help check your browser’s current exit region, then test the target app with a real task. An exit check reflects the path used by that request; it cannot prove that other apps use the same route. If you use per-app or per-site routing, check the client rules as well.

If something goes wrong, first check that your local network is working, then confirm that the subscription is up to date and the selected route is still listed. Next, compare other paths in the same region, and only then consider changing regions. Change one setting at a time and note the exact message from the destination service; this will make it easier to explain the issue in a dashboard support ticket. Do not include your password or full subscription link.

Keep route selection and traffic billing separate. Monthly subscription traffic resets on the activation date each month; mid-cycle upgrades are prorated for the remaining days. Data add-ons remain available until used and never expire. Switching regions does not reset traffic. To compare allowances and billing terms, see the full plan details and choose based on how you use the service.