Browse routes by location
A location identifies the exit point, not the full traffic path. The table doesn't provide performance data for individual servers, and a location name doesn't guarantee streaming access.
Before choosing a route, check whether the destination website requires a specific exit location. If not, start with a location that suits your current network. For region-specific content or work resources, match the required location first, then compare available routes there. Physical distance is only one factor: peering between carriers, entry points and the destination service's network can also affect your connection.
| Country / Region | City | Route type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Pacific | |||
| Singapore | See dashboard for current listings | IEPL / relayed / direct; filter in your dashboard | Verify after connecting |
| Japan | See dashboard for current listings | IEPL / relayed / direct; filter in your dashboard | Verify after connecting |
| Hong Kong | See dashboard for current listings | IEPL / relayed / direct; filter in your dashboard | Verify after connecting |
| North America | |||
| United States | See dashboard for current listings | IEPL / relayed / direct; filter in your dashboard | Verify after connecting |
| Europe | |||
| Germany | See dashboard for current listings | IEPL / relayed / direct; filter in your dashboard | Verify after connecting |
| Netherlands | See dashboard for current listings | IEPL / relayed / direct; filter in your dashboard | Verify after connecting |
| Other regions | |||
| Other covered regions | Sign in to view | Check the current details in your dashboard | Verify with the destination platform |
The route types shown are options to compare; not every type is available in every region. Other regions aren't listed individually here. This isn't a complete list of available servers; check your dashboard for current options.
Asia Pacific and North America: start with your destination
Asia Pacific can be a good starting point for everyday browsing, but proximity alone doesn't guarantee a better connection. For North American services, a North American exit isn't necessarily faster: the destination may use a distributed content network that serves requests from different locations. Once you've matched any location requirements, judge routes by real page loads, session continuity and file transfers—not just their names.
Europe and other regions: match your business needs
For work systems or content libraries with location requirements, European and other regional exits give you a choice of location. Your exit location is separate from your account region and billing region; switching routes doesn't change your account eligibility. Check the destination service's terms before connecting. If you already have a working route for your tasks, keeping the same exit location can help avoid re-verification caused by mid-session changes.
Dedicated, relayed and direct routes
A route type describes how traffic reaches the exit; a protocol describes how the client communicates with the server. They aren't interchangeable, and neither alone determines connection quality.
IEPL route
Focus on the traffic path and sustained transfersIEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line. In network acceleration, a route marked as dedicated typically uses dedicated transport resources to connect the entry and exit networks, reducing uncertainty across some public internet links. It describes part of the network path—not a fully private connection from your device to the destination website. Your local Wi-Fi, access provider and the destination service can still affect performance.
For work that needs a persistent connection, AI conversations or continuous playback, start by comparing the dedicated routes available in your dashboard. Dedicated transport typically involves higher resource and operational costs, but that doesn't mean VPNFrame charges a separate fee or that it's the best fit for every task. Check availability and selection details in your plan and dashboard; the route name doesn't guarantee bandwidth or reliability.
Relayed route
Reroute traffic through an entry pointA relayed route adds a forwarding step between your client and the final exit. Your device connects to an entry point, which then forwards traffic to another node. The benefit isn't fewer steps, but the option to choose a better entry point and peering path. When the public route directly to an exit is poor, a suitable relay may help maintain the connection; a congested entry point or indirect path can also add latency.
Relayed routes are worth comparing for everyday browsing, video and general-purpose tools. They use entry, exit and forwarding resources, and costs depend on how those resources are combined—there's no blanket rule that relayed routes cost more than direct routes or less than dedicated ones. Focus on performance during the times you actually use the service, especially whether repeated requests remain smooth. A relay doesn't automatically mean faster speeds.
Direct route
A direct path to the exit, still subject to public internet routingA direct route generally means your client connects to the exit node without an additional relay entry point on the service side. “Direct” describes the service topology; routers and carrier links still exist between your device and the destination website. With a suitable connection, fewer service-side forwarding steps can simplify the path. Changes in public routing or congestion between networks can still affect performance.
If your current network connects well to the target exit, a direct route can suit browsing and lightweight apps. It typically removes the relay transport step, but total costs still depend on exit resources, traffic and operations, so you can't infer plan prices from the route type. For a fair comparison, keep the destination location and task the same; otherwise, regional differences can be mistaken for differences in topology.
Route names help you narrow down the options; your actual task is the real test. Keep the destination location consistent when comparing paths, then choose a protocol that your client supports.
Protocol names such as Hysteria2, VLESS, Trojan and TUIC don't indicate an exit location or confirm access to a particular content library. Performance depends on the transport, client implementation and local network conditions. For more on protocol trade-offs, packet loss and congestion, see the technical guide to routes and protocols →.
Choose a route for your needs
Avoid switching exits for every task. Once you find a route that meets location requirements and reliably gets the job done, keep it as your usual option.
Everyday browsing
Start with an exit that doesn't conflict with location requirements. Open sites you use regularly and check that text, images and sign-in pages load properly. If only one site has an issue, check the site's status and whether a browser extension or cache is involved before changing your entire connection setup. If several sites slow down at the same time, compare other routes in the same region, then consider changing regions. For browsing, look at responsiveness and whether page resources load completely—not a single peak download speed.
Streaming
Check which region the content requires, connect through the matching exit and reopen the app. Platform rules, content rights and exit detection can change on Netflix, Disney+, YouTube and other services. This page doesn't guarantee that a route will support a particular library over time. Test actual playback: check whether the resolution stays consistent and playback recovers after seeking. Buffering can also be caused by device decoding, Wi-Fi or the streaming service, so changing exits is only one troubleshooting step.
AI tools
Check the AI service's location and account requirements, then choose a suitable exit. Conversations, code completion and file uploads rely more on session continuity than a short page load. Test with your everyday work: check that responses finish and suggestions keep arriving. Avoid switching nodes mid-generation. Developer tools such as Cursor may use separate system proxy settings, so browser access doesn't mean the editor is using the same route. The service provider determines eligibility and permitted use.
Gaming
Check which network configurations the game allows and whether your client supports routing its traffic. Login, updates and gameplay may use different connections, so a successful login doesn't confirm that game traffic is using your chosen route. Gaming depends more on consistent interaction and low variation than simply loading a page. Don't switch nodes mid-match; if something goes wrong, leave the session before comparing routes. VPNFrame's general international routes aren't dedicated connections optimized for a particular game.
Remote work
Follow your organization's access and data-handling requirements before configuring work apps. Video calls, remote desktops and cloud documents need sustained two-way communication, so check both upload and download continuity when comparing routes. If your organization requires its own access system, follow its documentation rather than layering on unclear network settings. Keep the exit location consistent during work to reduce account re-verification. If a meeting has issues, also check microphone permissions, your local network and the meeting service status.
Test your task, then save your choice
Compare routes using the same device, network and task to keep unrelated variables to a minimum. Brief access and sustained availability are different things.
Check your exit and app routing
After connecting, visit Network Check to see your exit information. Once the location looks right, test the target app. If the browser and other apps behave differently, check whether the app uses system network settings and what traffic the client is currently routing. Exit details can help confirm the path, but can't prove streaming eligibility, account region or how all app traffic is routed.
Change one setting at a time
If a connection drops, note the app, route region, route type and where the issue occurred. Compare other available routes in the same region before changing the protocol or location. Reopen the app session after each change so an old connection doesn't affect your test. Don't include subscription details, passwords or other credentials in screenshots; if you need help, share what happened and the steps you took.
Recheck during your usual usage hours
A route that works for light browsing may perform differently during sustained uploads or evening streaming. Test your tasks at the times you normally use the service, and keep a suitable primary route and backup. Network paths can change with external peering and destination service conditions, so this page doesn't list fixed performance figures or rank every region based on a single connection test.
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