Browse example routes by region
The table shows examples of region, city, and connection-type combinations. Speed and load data are not shown.
VPN72 covers 110+ countries and 240+ routes. The examples below illustrate how to choose a route; they are not a complete list of nodes available to your account, and not every region and connection type combination is always available. After signing in, check the user panel and client for current options. Names, cities, and configurations may change; the panel and client show the latest details.
How to read the streaming column: “Check against the platform’s regional requirements” means you need to verify availability after connecting; it does not confirm support. Playback depends on the catalog, account region, content licensing, and how the platform identifies your exit IP. A route name alone cannot confirm access.
Asia-Pacific
Start by checking your everyday access needs, then filter by the region required by your app.
| Country/Region | City | Connection type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | Tokyo | IEPL dedicated line | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Hong Kong | Hong Kong | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Singapore | Singapore | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| South Korea | Seoul | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Australia | Sydney | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| New Zealand | Auckland | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
North America
Start with the region required by your service; cities in North America may use different exit points.
| Country/Region | City | Connection type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Los Angeles | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| United States | Seattle | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| United States | New York | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Canada | Vancouver | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Canada | Toronto | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Mexico | Mexico City | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
Europe
For services in Europe, compare your account region with the location of the target server.
| Country/Region | City | Connection type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | Amsterdam | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Switzerland | Zurich | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Germany | Frankfurt | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| United Kingdom | London | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| France | Paris | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Sweden | Stockholm | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
Other regions
Choose based on the service you need; distance alone does not determine content availability.
| Country/Region | City | Connection type | Streaming availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | São Paulo | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Chile | Santiago | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| South Africa | Johannesburg | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| India | Mumbai | Direct | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
| Turkey | Istanbul | Relay | Check against the platform’s regional requirements |
On narrow screens, swipe horizontally to view the table. Region names indicate route-selection options; they do not guarantee ongoing access to third-party platforms or specific content.
IEPL, relay, and direct connections compared
These types describe how a route is set up, not a universal performance ranking for every use case.
IEPL: a dedicated link for the international leg
IEPL usually refers to an international Ethernet private line. A route provider may use one for the international leg, giving cross-region traffic a more clearly defined path. Note that traffic from your device to the service entry point still travels over your local network and access provider. A route labeled “dedicated” does not mean the entire path from your device to the target app uses dedicated resources, nor does it rule out congestion on the destination website.
These links typically involve leasing, access, and maintenance costs, so infrastructure costs are often higher than for paths that rely solely on the public internet. They may suit long meetings, ongoing interactive sessions, or evening streaming, but your network and time of use matter. When comparing routes, look for a stable connection and fewer repeated requests rather than assuming that “dedicated” guarantees a better experience.
Relay: an entry point connects to an exit
A relay route sends traffic to an entry point first, then forwards it along another leg to the destination exit. This reorganizes the connection path so the entry and exit can be selected separately. The region shown in the client usually helps identify the exit; it does not necessarily indicate that the entry point is in that region. The exact path depends on the route configuration.
Relays involve entry-point infrastructure and forwarding, with costs shaped by entry resources, cross-region transmission, and exit resources. They can be worth comparing for everyday browsing, work apps, and streaming. A relay is not necessarily a longer route or faster than a direct connection. If your local provider has a poor international peering path, changing the entry point may help, but test it with your actual tasks.
Direct: connect to an exit over the public internet
A direct connection generally means your device connects to the relevant service node over the public internet, without a dedicated relay entry point. The route is easier to conceptualize, but the networks involved and any detours depend on provider peering and routing decisions. A short distance on a map does not prove the data takes a short path; exits in the same city can also perform differently.
These paths generally avoid the cost of leasing a dedicated line or deploying an additional relay, but still require servers, exit network capacity, and maintenance. Consider one for everyday browsing or apps that need a particular region, then compare it with other connection types. This describes infrastructure costs, not extra VPN72 fees. See the Plans page for pricing; do not infer costs from a route type.
Connection type describes how you connect; region describes where you appear to connect from; app policies determine whether access is allowed. Evaluate each separately.
Choose an international route by use case
Keep the app and usage environment consistent when comparing routes to make your results easier to reproduce.
Everyday browsing: check that the whole page loads
If you do not need a specific region, start with a nearby route and check that images, attachments, and sign-in pages all load. Seeing a page title does not mean every resource it relies on is reachable. In rule-based mode, some apps may use your local connection while others use an international route. That is a split-routing result, not necessarily a route problem.
If the main page loads but embedded content repeatedly fails, first check the mode and the rules for the relevant domains, then try another route in the same region. Change one thing at a time. Keeping a configuration that works makes troubleshooting easier than changing the route, mode, and browser settings all at once.
Streaming: check regional availability and playback separately
Before streaming, confirm which regions the platform supports, then check your account and content rights. Being able to open the platform’s home page does not mean a particular title will play; starting a video does not guarantee uninterrupted playback. Open the content you actually want to watch and check playback and picture quality over time instead of comparing only home-page load speed.
If you see a regional availability message, first check whether your exit region meets the platform’s requirements for your account. If playback buffers, also check your local Wi-Fi, background downloads, and route connection. Switching regions frequently during playback may cause the app to recheck your session. VPN72 does not guarantee permanent access to third-party platforms; their catalogs and access rules are set by the platforms.
AI tools: keep your region and session consistent
Before using services such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini, review their regional policies and account requirements. An international route provides network connectivity; it does not establish account eligibility or change a service’s terms. Once you have selected an eligible region, try to keep the same exit throughout a session, especially while generating content or uploading files.
If a page loads but a generation request fails, distinguish between a network interruption, a busy platform, account restrictions, and browser-extension conflicts. Try a simple task first, then move on to longer text or attachments. Recording the error alongside your connection status is more useful than simply saying “it doesn’t work.” For more app guidance, see the AI Tools guide.
Gaming: check whether your traffic goes through the client
Game clients, launchers, and update tools may use different connection methods. A working browser connection does not mean game traffic is using the selected route. First check the client mode, the game’s network settings, and its service-region requirements; then decide whether an international route is needed. A general-purpose network subscription is not the same as a service optimized for a specific game.
Compare routes in the same game region and similar conditions. Check whether sign-in, matchmaking, and actual gameplay remain stable rather than judging the experience by browser download performance. Switching routes may interrupt a session, so exit your current match first. This page makes no guarantees about game connectivity or performance.
Remote work: balance company policies and connection stability
Remote meetings, cloud documents, and file sync often need a sustained connection. Before an important meeting, test audio, video, screen sharing, and file uploads rather than checking only the chat page. If your company provides a dedicated access tool, follow your administrator’s guidance and check whether this service is compatible with your company’s network setup. Do not override organization-mandated connection settings.
VPN72 supports unlimited devices, so you can choose suitable settings on computers and mobile devices while sharing the traffic allowance of your plan. Modes and exit regions may differ across devices, so check each one separately. Keep your setup stable during important work. If you need to switch routes, save your documents and wait for sync to finish first.
What to check before and after switching routes
Troubleshoot network issues, app rules, and plan status separately.
Check your local connection and subscription status first
First, confirm your device can access the internet, then check that the subscription in your client is up to date and your plan is active. VPN72 supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Get clients and subscription details from the user panel; this page does not provide installers or subscription links. On platforms other than iOS, sign in to download the client. The iOS client entry point is available according to your current plan status in the panel. You must sign in to retrieve subscription details; also check that your account has an available configuration before connecting.
Monthly subscription traffic resets each month on the activation date. Data packages remain valid until used and never expire. If a connection fails, check your remaining plan data and network status separately. Unlimited devices means there is no device-count limit for simultaneous connections; app settings, network conditions, and data use may still vary by device. For the full setup process, see the Getting Started Guide.
Compare routes in the same region before changing regions
If the target app requires a particular region, first try another available route in that region without changing the client mode. Changing region, connection type, and split-routing rules at the same time may restore access temporarily, but makes it hard to tell which change helped. For apps you use regularly, keeping a stable configuration is easier to troubleshoot than choosing again each time.
If an app says a region is unavailable, repeatedly switching routes is not the only answer. Read the platform’s policy and check your account eligibility and exit region. For internal company systems, confirm whether your administrator restricts how you can connect. A successful network connection and approval from an app are different things; a route service cannot replace third-party authorization.
Share reproducible details when you need help
If the issue persists, describe the platform, client mode, route name, time of occurrence, and full error message in a support ticket in the user panel. Include what happened after trying another route in the same region. Before sharing screenshots, hide passwords, subscription links, and other account credentials. A clear description helps identify whether the issue is with local access, the route, or the target app.
VPN72 offers a 14-day refund policy. See the Terms of Service for details. Before choosing a plan, review the Buying Guide and plan details, then decide based on your needs for data and connection types rather than coverage figures or a route name alone.