Browse routes by region
VPNCar covers 100+ countries and 250+ routes. The examples below are organized by Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe and other regions. They are for reference, not a complete inventory or live status list. Regions and cities indicate exit locations; a route type shown here may not always be available in every city. For current locations, route names and types, check the subscription list updated in your client after signing in.
| Country / region | City | Route type (example) | Streaming support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia-Pacific | |||
| Japan | Tokyo | IEPL | Test with the service you plan to use |
| China | Hong Kong | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Singapore | Singapore | IEPL | Test with the service you plan to use |
| South Korea | Seoul | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Australia | Sydney | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| North America | |||
| United States | Los Angeles | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
| United States | Seattle | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Canada | Toronto | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Canada | Vancouver | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Europe | |||
| France | Paris | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Germany | Frankfurt | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| United Kingdom | London | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Netherlands | Amsterdam | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Switzerland | Zurich | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Sweden | Stockholm | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Italy | Milan | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Other regions | |||
| Brazil | São Paulo | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| South Africa | Johannesburg | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
| United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Relayed | Test with the service you plan to use |
| Mexico | Mexico City | Direct | Test with the service you plan to use |
Choose a region based on the service you want to use. For region-restricted content, first check which locations the service supports. For general international websites, start by comparing exits with shorter routes. Geographic distance is only one factor: peering between networks, the destination website’s location and your local connection all affect performance. A map alone can’t tell you which route will work best.
Route types and path differences
IEPL
IEPL typically refers to cross-border links carried over an operator’s dedicated Ethernet network. Compared with routes that rely mainly on public internet peering, this can make some parts of the connection more controlled. “Dedicated” describes the link type; it does not mean users get an entire route to themselves or guarantee a particular speed, exclusive resources or consistent performance at all times.
It can be a useful option to compare for ongoing work, interactive AI tools and peak-hour access. Dedicated carriage generally involves higher resource and maintenance costs, but the route label does not determine extra fees. VPNCar pricing is listed on the plans page. Actual performance also depends on your local network, the full path from entry to exit and the responsiveness of the destination service.
Relayed connection
A relayed connection adds a link between your local connection and an overseas exit, using a combination of entry and exit points to route traffic. An extra hop does not automatically make a connection slower: a well-chosen relay can improve performance when direct peering is poor. A congested or indirect route, however, can add latency and variability.
Relayed routes are worth considering for everyday browsing, video streaming and general work. Resource costs depend on the relay location, transport method and exit combination, so the name alone doesn’t tell you whether it costs more or less. Compare how different routes perform with the same website instead of relying only on the client’s connection status. A successful connection confirms that a route is established; check the app itself to see whether it works smoothly.
Direct connection
A direct connection typically means the client connects to an overseas entry point without an additional relay entry. “Direct” does not mean the physical path has no other network equipment, nor does it mean the connection lacks quantum encryption. It describes a relatively simple connection setup, whose performance depends more on peering between your local provider and overseas networks.
When local network conditions are suitable, a direct connection can work well for international websites, research or access to a specific region. A simpler setup can reduce the need for relay resources, but it is not necessarily the cheapest or best-performing option. If performance fluctuates in the evening, compare it with a relay or IEPL route in the same region. If other apps work normally and only one website has issues, check the website’s status first.
Choose an exit by use case
Everyday browsing and research
Use websites you visit often as a baseline, then choose a route that consistently loads pages and images and completes searches. For everyday browsing, there’s no need to keep switching just because a route has a different label, or to default to a more distant exit. Keep a frequently used region as your everyday option and save another route as a backup. If only one website is inaccessible, check its regional rules, your account status and your browser setup rather than assuming every issue is caused by the route.
Streaming and video quality
First check which region’s catalog you need, then connect to an exit there and open the service. Catalogs, subtitles and playback permissions may depend on your account and content licensing, not just your exit location. To watch in 4K, test continuous playback, seeking and picture quality on the same video. Your local connection, playback device and service plan can also affect results. Don’t treat a working homepage as proof that playback works. See the streaming access guide for more ways to check.
AI tools and ongoing sessions
Before using AI tools such as ChatGPT, check the service’s official supported regions and account requirements, then choose a suitable exit. A working connection does not guarantee that your account is eligible. For ongoing chats, file uploads or generation tasks, try to stay on the same region and a stable route instead of switching frequently mid-task. Test by signing in, sending a request and reading the response. If you see a region notice or account verification prompt, identify its source before changing routes.
Gaming and interactive apps
Gaming performance depends on the entire path to the game server, not just the distance to your exit. Check the server’s region and whether the game client allows proxy connections, then test matchmaking and actual gameplay. A fast update download doesn’t guarantee a stable game session. If something goes wrong, check whether game traffic is using the selected route and distinguish between account sign-in, downloads and game connections. These may use different servers, so one website’s performance doesn’t tell the whole story.
Work and remote collaboration
For work, first check whether your work systems require a specific region, then test that meetings, document syncing and remote connections can run continuously. Avoid changing exits during a meeting or upload; test beforehand. Company systems may have separate access requirements, and this service cannot replace employer authorization. If your work device is managed by your organization, follow its policies and avoid running multiple network tools that could conflict over traffic routing.
Connection test sequence
Start with your subscription list
Sign in to the user panel to check your plan status, then update your subscription in the client. If names or groups have changed, use the updated list rather than looking for an entry in an old screenshot. VPNCar supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Find client downloads in the user panel. For installation and import steps, see the guides; for the full process, read the complete guide.
Check your exit, then test the app
After connecting, use an IP lookup to see the exit information for your current browser request. The result only reflects that request’s route and does not test every app; with rule-based routing, different apps may use different paths. Next, open the service you actually want to use and check that sign-in, content loading and ongoing tasks work as expected. Seeing the intended region on an IP lookup page does not prove every app is using the same exit.
Separate local network issues from service issues
If several websites have problems at once, first check your local connection, whether the client is routing traffic and whether your subscription is up to date. If switching networks fixes the issue, it may be related to your local setup. If other services work and only one fails, check that service’s regional rules, account and access requirements. When contacting support, include your platform, route name, target app and any error message. Never share your password or subscription link. For more help, see the FAQ or contact support through account tickets.
Subscriptions, usage and maintenance
The number of regions and your data allowance are separate things. Choosing a route determines where and how you connect; your plan determines your data allowance and billing. Monthly plans are ¥9.9/month for 60GB, ¥18/month for 250GB and ¥28/month for 500GB. Data resets monthly on the activation date. If you upgrade mid-cycle, the price difference is prorated for the remaining days. A monthly reset is not the same as a calendar-month billing cycle, and switching routes does not add data.
If your usage varies, consider a data package: ¥158/300GB, ¥358/1000GB or ¥658/3000GB. Data remains available until used and never expires. Choose based on your actual usage; video, file syncing and ongoing downloads generally use more data than text browsing. See the plans page and your account panel for details. Payment methods: Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT. This service offers a 7-day no-questions-asked refund.
Unlimited simultaneous devices means there is no device-count limit for devices online at the same time; it does not mean unlimited network resources or plan data. When using several devices, keep an eye on syncing, updates and streaming across them. No email address is required to create an account; just choose a username and password. Keep your account details secure. For routine maintenance, update your client subscription, check your usage and keep a backup route. There’s no need to change a stable setup just to chase a route label.
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