Browse routes by region
The regions below are examples, not a complete server inventory or live status list. Where city or route details have not been confirmed, check the dashboard rather than inferring performance from location names.
| Country / region | City | Route type | Streaming support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Pacific | |||
| Hong Kong | See route details in the dashboard | IEPL | Check access on the platform |
| Japan | See route details in the dashboard | Relayed | Check access on the platform |
| Singapore | See route details in the dashboard | Direct | Check access on the platform |
| Australia | See route details in the dashboard | Check the dashboard listing | Check access on the platform |
| North America | |||
| United States | See route details in the dashboard | Check the dashboard listing | Check access on the platform |
| Europe | |||
| Netherlands | See route details in the dashboard | Check the dashboard listing | Check access on the platform |
| Other regions | |||
| For other countries and regions, check the route list in the dashboard. This page does not add unverified cities or routes. | |||
Country, city and access region are different details
A country or region indicates the exit location; a city provides a more specific route reference, while the route type describes how the connection is arranged. Start with the region required by your destination service, then check the route notes in your client. A nearby city is not automatically the best choice for every use case: your local network provider, access method and the destination server's location can all affect performance.
“Check access on the platform” means a server name alone cannot confirm whether streaming will work. Platforms may consider the exit address, account region, content rights and device environment. Reaching the home page does not mean your account can play every title, and playing one show does not mean the entire regional catalog is available. Before streaming, test playback with your own account on the device you plan to use.
Coverage of 120+ countries and 160+ routes does not mean every country has the same number or type of routes, or the same level of access to every platform. For current options, use the subscriptions and route details in the dashboard rather than guessing from a static page.
IEPL, relayed and direct connections
These types describe how a route is arranged; they are not a performance ranking. Cost notes refer to typical network deployment and maintenance, not extra plan fees.
IEPL
IEPL generally refers to an international connection built around dedicated Ethernet links. In a routing service, this means a dedicated link carries the cross-border segment rather than relying entirely on public internet routing. The network path still includes separate segments between your device and the access point, and between the exit and the destination website. “Dedicated” does not mean the entire path from your device to an app is exclusively reserved for you.
This type of route may suit use cases where a consistent connection matters, such as extended work sessions, streaming or tools that need a stable session. Deployment and maintenance typically cost more because of link resources, access configuration and operational coordination. Actual performance still depends on the network your device uses. The route type alone cannot guarantee peak-hour performance or eligibility to access a particular platform.
Relayed connections
A relayed connection adds an intermediate step between your device and the final exit, using an intermediary node to route traffic onward. The point is not simply to pass through more locations, but to offer different combinations of entry, cross-border and exit routes. If your local network does not route well to a particular exit, a relay may offer an alternative; the result depends on how each network segment works together.
You can try a relayed route for everyday browsing, streaming or general work, choosing an exit region that suits your destination. Typical costs depend on entry and exit resources and route maintenance; more hops do not automatically mean a higher cost or slower connection. If a relayed route does not perform as expected, keep the region the same and try another available route there. This helps distinguish location-related issues from routing issues.
Direct connections
A direct connection generally means the client connects to the selected exit without a separate relay entry. The route is more straightforward, but that does not mean the physical distance is shorter or that public internet routing hops disappear. Your local network, international transit and the destination service all affect the connection. “Direct” describes how the connection is arranged, not how well it performs.
This type of route may suit users who prefer a simple setup and mainly browse day to day. It can also serve as a comparison against other route options. The setup is generally more straightforward, but actual costs still depend on exit and network resources. If a direct route does not work well on your current network, try a relay or dedicated route in the same region. Keeping the destination app and device unchanged makes comparisons clearer.
Route type does not determine IP address type. Whether an exit uses a residential IP, or how a platform identifies it, cannot be inferred from the names IEPL, relayed or direct. This page makes no unverified claims about exit IPs.
Choose a route for your needs
Keep the region your use case requires, then compare routes. Don't change the access environment your account needs just to get a particular route label.
Everyday browsing: look for consistent access
For browsing websites, reading and visiting international sites, start with an exit that matches the content's regional requirements. Check that pages and their resources load fully, sign-in works and browsing doesn't keep dropping. Don't decide based only on how quickly the home page opens: images, attachments and sign-in services may load from different addresses. If just one site has an issue, test another site before changing the whole route.
Streaming: match the catalog and account requirements
Netflix, Disney+, HBO and other platforms may have different content rights and account requirements. Check which region offers the title you want, choose an exit there and test playback. Video quality can also depend on your plan, device decoding, browser and content protection; not every quality issue is caused by the route. If you see a region warning, note the message and check your account settings. After switching exits, reopen the app to avoid interference from an old session. For more background, see the streaming guide.
AI tools: keep your region and session consistent
Before using ChatGPT or other AI tools, check their supported regions and account requirements. A network route provides connectivity; it does not replace account eligibility or subscription benefits. Once you choose a suitable exit, try to keep the connection environment consistent during a session. Avoid switching regions while generating content, uploading files or verifying a sign-in. If the site opens but a request fails, check your account status, the service message and your client's routing rules before trying a long list of servers.
Gaming: check the game region and client rules
Game servers, account regions and matchmaking areas may use different criteria; the exit region is only one factor. Read the game's regional and network-use rules, then check whether your client routes the connections the game needs through your selected route. A successful download does not guarantee the same result in a match. If the connection has issues, check the game server status and your local network first. This page makes no claims about game-specific optimization or match performance. Don't use ordinary web browsing results as a measure of gaming performance.
Remote work: minimize changes to your setup
Collaboration tools, file transfers and business sign-ins often depend on session continuity. Before work, use your regular apps to test sign-in, file access and sync, then keep the route unchanged if it works. Follow your organization's regional access policies; don't replace an approved connection method with an exit in another region. VPN76 supports unlimited devices, but each one needs its own subscription import and configuration check. Supported platforms: Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux.
Verify access and troubleshoot issues
Test the target app, not just the client status
A connected status in the client means the connection process is established; it doesn't mean every request from your target app uses the expected exit. After importing your subscription, make sure it has updated, then check the selected route and routing mode. Open the service and perform the action you need, such as loading an article, playing a video, submitting a request or syncing a file. This helps distinguish “the client connected” from “the service works.”
Change one thing at a time
If something goes wrong, note the app message, selected region and route type. Keep the device unchanged and try another destination website to see if only a specific service is affected. Then keep the service unchanged and try another available route in the same region. If you change regions, check the account and content requirements again. Avoid changing the client mode, exit region and device all at once; otherwise, even if things start working, it will be hard to tell which change helped.
Check data usage separately from connection issues
Choosing a route does not replace checking your plan status. Monthly subscription data resets each month on the activation date; the price difference for a mid-cycle upgrade is prorated by the remaining days. Data add-ons remain available until used and never expire. If access is not working, also check your subscription status and remaining data in the dashboard rather than repeatedly switching routes while overlooking an account issue. See the plans page for prices and data allowances in one place.
Gather the details you need before contacting support
If the usual checks don't resolve the issue, use a support ticket in the user dashboard to describe the target app, device platform, client message and steps you've tried. Don't include your full subscription URL, password or other credentials. Details about what you were doing make it easier to identify whether the issue involves configuration, account requirements or the network route. You can also check the support page for common setup questions.