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REGIONS

Browse routes by region

The table below illustrates how to read regions, cities, and route types. It is not a complete inventory or availability list. Check the client for currently available cities, types, and use-case groups.

Route examples by region · Check streaming availability in the client
Country / region	City	Route type	Streaming support
Asia Pacific
Japan	Tokyo	IEPL	Check use-case groups in the client
Hong Kong	Hong Kong	IEPL	Check use-case groups in the client
Singapore	Singapore	Direct	Check use-case groups in the client
Japan	Osaka	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
Australia	Sydney	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
North America
United States	Los Angeles	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
United States	Seattle	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
United States	New York	Direct	Check use-case groups in the client
Canada	Vancouver	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
Canada	Toronto	Direct	Check use-case groups in the client
Europe
Italy	Milan	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
Germany	Frankfurt	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
United Kingdom	London	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
France	Paris	Direct	Check use-case groups in the client
Netherlands	Amsterdam	Direct	Check use-case groups in the client
Other regions
Brazil	São Paulo	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
Chile	Santiago	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
South Africa	Johannesburg	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
United Arab Emirates	Dubai	Relay	Check use-case groups in the client
Türkiye	Istanbul	Direct	Check use-case groups in the client

Coverage describes the range of regions available; it does not mean every region has the same route types or that every city offers the same use-case groups. When browsing, first find the region you need, then check the client for current options to avoid unnecessary trial and error. If you just need access to international websites and have no specific region in mind, start with a route that connects smoothly and performs consistently over time.

City names help indicate a route’s destination, but they do not establish how an exit IP will be geolocated. Websites may rely on different IP databases that update at different times, and the same exit IP may be identified as belonging to different regions. If a specific region matters, check the target platform’s rules, account settings, and on-screen messages. A directory listing is not proof of a platform’s verification result.

CONNECTION TYPES

Understanding route types

Route type describes how traffic reaches its exit, not how fast it is. Here’s how common connection paths are organized; check the client for the specific setup and available types.

Route type · IEPL

IEPL

Focus on the cross-border route

IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line. It uses a specifically arranged cross-border connection rather than relying entirely on standard public internet routing for the entire international leg. When evaluating this type of route, look at whether sessions remain smooth, performance stays consistent during busy periods, and connections recover normally after an interruption. The private-line label describes the transport method; it does not mean the entire link is dedicated to one user.

For extended work sessions, interactive AI conversations, or ongoing transfers, consider including IEPL routes in your comparison. Your experience still depends on local access, the path from the exit to the destination service, and the app itself. Private-line resources generally cost more to arrange and maintain, so the name alone does not determine value. Compare how well each route handles the same task, and refer to the plans page for VPNKind pricing.

Tokyo · IEPLHong Kong · IEPL

Route type · Relay

Relay

Routed through an entry node

Relay routes typically send your connection to an entry node first, which then forwards it to the destination exit. This gives the service more flexibility in organizing the path and choosing combinations based on network conditions. A relay hop does not necessarily make a route slower than a direct connection. If the public internet path to an exit is poor, a well-organized relay route may work better on your network.

Relay routes are worth considering for everyday browsing, web tools, and streaming. Assess not only whether a page opens, but also how quickly its resources load and whether playback stays smooth. Relays use entry and forwarding resources, so their cost structure differs from direct routes; that does not mean every relay route costs more or less than an IEPL route. Route types are not plan tiers, and they do not imply additional route fees that have not been listed.

Los Angeles · RelayMilan · Relay

Route type · Direct

Direct

Check the local internet route

A direct route generally means the client connects to the destination exit service through your local network, without an additional relay entry arranged by the subscription service. “Direct” does not mean there are no routing devices on the internet or that the physical distance is shorter. Performance often depends more on your local carrier, connection method, and public internet path to the exit, so results can vary significantly across network environments.

If your everyday websites load smoothly, a direct route may be a straightforward option. If you experience persistent slowdowns during busy periods, compare it with a relay or IEPL route in the same region. The absence of an extra relay does not reveal what a user will pay. Route type alone also does not establish that an exit IP is residential or dedicated. If you need either, check the product details rather than drawing conclusions from the route name.

Singapore · DirectTest on your current network

SELECT BY TASK

Choose a route by use case

Define what success looks like for your task before comparing routes. Opening a page once does not validate the entire workflow.

Everyday browsing

Start with the international sites group in the client and check that text, images, and page interactions all load correctly. If you have no region requirement, there is no need to keep switching to more distant exits. Choose an option that works consistently on your current network, and keep another usable route as a backup. If only one site has a problem, check whether the site itself is working before blaming the route.

Browser extensions, cache, and system proxy settings can also affect performance. When comparing routes, use the same device and access method. Avoid changing your browser, network, and exit at the same time, or you won’t know which change made a difference.

Streaming

First check which regions are allowed for your account and the content you want to watch. Then choose an exit in the streaming use-case group for the appropriate region. Test by playing the content itself and checking how it loads, seeks, and plays over time—not just whether the homepage opens. Picture quality also depends on your platform plan, device decoding, local network, and content source; route type alone cannot guarantee it.

Switching regions frequently during playback may cause the platform to reassess your session. If you see a region notice, stop playback and check the rules before reconnecting in a way the platform allows. See the streaming access guide for more.

AI Tools

Choose a route from the AI tools use-case group that fits the service’s regional requirements. ChatGPT and similar tools may have different connection needs for web chats, file uploads, and streaming responses, so test each separately. Reaching the sign-in page does not confirm that your account permissions, model access, or API calls are all working.

After signing in, keep your exit environment consistent and avoid switching regions repeatedly in a short period. For APIs and IDE plugins, also check that each is using the intended proxy; a working browser connection does not prove that your development tools use the same path. For further troubleshooting, see the AI tools guide.

Gaming

First check the game service’s region and network-use rules, then confirm that the client supports the traffic method the game requires. Access to international websites does not prove that game traffic follows the same route. Lobby sign-in, updates, and gameplay may connect to different services, so check each separately while following the platform’s rules.

Don’t assume a nearby city will improve gameplay, and don’t treat this service as a guarantee of optimization for every game. If disconnections persist, note the game, selected route, and when the issue occurs, then report it through a support ticket in the user panel.

Remote work

For work, follow your organization’s access policies first. Before using business apps, check with your administrator whether this type of network connection is allowed and whether a dedicated corporate entry point or fixed exit is required. A public route name does not replace company authorization or guarantee that an exit IP will remain unchanged.

Test email, meetings, code repositories, and remote desktops separately, paying attention to session stability and recovery. VPNKind supports unlimited devices, but that does not mean business apps allow account sharing. Check proxy settings and access permissions on each device.

VERIFY THE CONNECTION

What to check after connecting

Troubleshoot local access, route paths, and the destination service separately to identify what needs adjustment.

Confirm your settings are active

In the client, confirm that your subscription is up to date and that the selected group and route are correct. Then check whether the system proxy or in-app proxy is active. Use network diagnostics to check your current exit; the result only describes the path used for that request, not every app.

Change one thing at a time

Compare routes in the same region first, then consider changing regions. Note whether the issue occurs during sign-in, loading, playback, or ongoing transfers. If all routes have problems, check your local connection first. If only one app is affected, check its status and account rules.

Share details others can reproduce

If the problem persists, use a support ticket in the user panel to share the platform, client environment, route name, and error message. Hide account details in screenshots. Don’t send your password or full subscription URL; include only information relevant to the issue.

Compare route choice and plan data separately

First check that a route works for your use case, then compare plans based on your usage. 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. VPNKind offers a 14-day money-back guarantee; see the refund policy for eligibility and how to request one.

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