Locations and Cities: Route Overview
This table illustrates how locations and route types are presented; it is not a complete server list. Check the user panel for specific routes, available connection options, and maintenance status for each city.
On smaller screens, scroll horizontally within the table to view route types and streaming notes.
| Country / Region | City | Route Type (Example) | Streaming Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia-Pacific | |||
| Hong Kong, China | Hong Kong | IEPL | Verify by testing the connection |
| Japan | Tokyo | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| Japan | Osaka | Direct | Verify by testing the connection |
| Singapore | Singapore | IEPL | Verify by testing the connection |
| South Korea | Seoul | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| Australia | Sydney | Direct | Verify by testing the connection |
| New Zealand | Auckland | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| North America | |||
| United States | Los Angeles | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| United States | Seattle | Direct | Verify by testing the connection |
| United States | New York | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| Canada | Toronto | Direct | Verify by testing the connection |
| Europe | |||
| Germany | Frankfurt | IEPL | Verify by testing the connection |
| United Kingdom | London | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| France | Paris | Direct | Verify by testing the connection |
| Netherlands | Amsterdam | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| Switzerland | Zurich | Direct | Verify by testing the connection |
| Sweden | Stockholm | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| Other Regions | |||
| Brazil | São Paulo | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
| South Africa | Johannesburg | Direct | Verify by testing the connection |
| United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Relay | Verify by testing the connection |
Country and city names identify the route’s exit location, not the full path from your device to the destination website. A request typically passes through your local network, your provider’s peering links, the route entry point, and the destination service’s network. A nearby location may mean a shorter physical distance, but traffic can still take a longer route. Map proximity alone does not guarantee a better connection.
Coverage figures describe the service’s overall reach; they don’t mean every location is equally suited to every task at all times. If you need content from a specific region, first choose an exit that matches the service’s regional requirements. Otherwise, start by comparing nearby exits. Keeping a reliable route for everyday tasks is often more consistent than constantly chasing new names on a list.
IEPL, Relay, and Direct Routes
Route names describe how traffic is routed, not a standardized performance rating. Cost, entry-point quality, exit resources, and the path to the destination website all affect the experience.
How cross-border traffic is routed
IEPL usually refers to an international Ethernet private line. In subscription services, the term generally describes the use of dedicated resources for the cross-border segment rather than relying entirely on the public internet. A dedicated segment may reduce the impact of some changes in public-internet peering, but the connection still depends on the network from your device to the entry point and from the exit to the destination service. IEPL does not mean the entire end-to-end path is reserved exclusively for you.
These resources usually cost more to procure and maintain, and may suit ongoing meetings, remote collaboration, or tasks where a consistent connection matters. Judge suitability by whether your regular work completes reliably at the times you use it, not by the route label. Even with IEPL, you may still need to troubleshoot an unstable local Wi-Fi connection, incorrect client rules, or an issue with the destination website.
Adjusting the path through an entry point and relay
A relay route first sends requests to a designated entry point, then forwards them to the exit. This changes the path and allows more flexibility in how traffic moves between your network and the international exit. An extra relay hop does not necessarily make the connection worse; a better peering link or onward route can make a relay more consistent than a direct public-internet path. Conversely, congestion at the entry point can bottleneck the entire route.
The cost of a relay route depends on entry-point resources, forwarded traffic, and exit configuration; the name alone does not determine its price tier. Relay routes are worth considering for everyday browsing, downloads, and streaming. For a fair comparison, keep the destination service, time of day, and local network roughly the same while switching routes. Otherwise, differences in test conditions can be mistaken for an advantage of the route type.
Connecting to an exit over a more direct public-internet path
A direct route usually means the client connects to an overseas server over the public internet without an additional relay entry point. The route is simpler and may use fewer resources, but performance depends more on international peering between your local provider and the exit. The same exit can perform differently on different networks, so retest a route that works during the day at the times you normally use it.
For browsing and lighter tasks without specific regional requirements, include direct routes in your comparison. Lower resource costs do not necessarily mean a lower price or worse performance; route type does not determine plan pricing. See the VPNHigh plans page for prices and data allowances. Choose based on whether the route gets the job done, rather than adding configuration complexity for its own sake.
Choose a Route for Your Needs
Choose the destination region first, then consider the connection type. Different tasks call for different things to check.
Everyday browsing: check that full pages load consistently
For reading documents, research, and accessing international websites, start with available routes in nearby locations. Don’t just check whether the homepage opens; make sure images, downloads, sign-in redirects, and subsequent pages also work. If one site has problems while others work, first check the site’s status and your client’s routing rules. Keep a reliable route as your default and another tested exit as a backup; that’s usually easier than switching constantly.
Streaming: regional availability and uninterrupted playback both matter
Platforms such as Netflix and Disney+ consider the exit IP address, account region, and content licensing when determining what you can watch. A country in a route name does not guarantee ongoing access to that region’s entire catalog. Open the title you want to watch and check that playback starts, resumes after seeking, and maintains stable quality over time. Loading a page briefly and completing a viewing session are different tests; one does not replace the other.
AI Tools: check regional availability and session consistency
When using ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini, network access is only one part of the equation; account permissions and regional service policies also matter. Choose an exit location that complies with the platform’s rules, then keep the same region throughout your session where possible. If the site opens but generation stops, check whether the issue is limited to that service. For development work, distinguish network errors from API permission or request-content errors rather than attributing every failure to the route.
See the AI tools access guideGaming: check the route for your game region
Choose an exit based on the game region you want to connect to. Nearby locations can be a starting point, but distance alone is not enough to judge a route. First confirm that your client rules cover the game process, then check whether login, matchmaking, and in-game connections work consistently. Games use different traffic patterns from regular websites, so a working webpage does not mean game traffic is using the selected route correctly. The international routes described here are not a promise of optimization for every game or region.
Work: maintain session continuity and clear access boundaries
Remote meetings, shared documents, and code repositories all depend on continuity. Choose an exit before a meeting starts, and avoid changing regions during uploads, syncs, or calls. Company resources may require an approved network, a fixed exit, or administrator authorization; confirm those requirements with your organization. A standard subscription route is not a substitute for a corporate access solution. If several people share a home network, check whether local uploads or downloads are using up available capacity.
Connection Testing and Issue Notes
Testing routes with real tasks is more useful than relying on the client’s connection-success message alone.
Make sure your subscription and client are up to date
Sign in to the user panel to get your subscription and update it in your client, rather than continuing to use an outdated configuration. VPNHigh supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux; client downloads and subscription details are available in the panel. After connecting, confirm that the system proxy or relevant connection mode is enabled before opening your destination website. A connected status usually only confirms that the connection process started; it doesn’t replace testing the actual website, video, or app.
Change only the route when comparing
Use the same device, local network, destination page, and roughly the same time of day for each test. If you also change Wi-Fi, browser, and exit location, it’s hard to tell what made a difference. Check whether page resources load fully, file transfers finish, and sessions stay connected. If something goes wrong, compare another location or route type, but avoid switching rapidly. Frequent changes can complicate sign-in sessions and regional checks.
When reporting an issue, describe what happened—not your credentials
If you need help, use a support ticket in the user panel and include the platform, client name, route name, destination service, and steps that trigger the issue. “The sign-in page opens, but the page keeps waiting after I submit” is more useful than “the connection is bad.” Hide account details and subscription information in screenshots, and never share your password or full subscription URL. If the issue only occurs on a particular network, mention what happens when you switch connections.
Coverage and Subscription Details
VPNHigh offers subscription-based network acceleration for cross-border access, with coverage across 100+ countries and 220+ routes and no limit on simultaneous devices. Device limits and local network capacity are different things: multiple devices can use the same service, but they may affect one another when sharing network resources. Bank-grade encryption helps protect your connection; account rules, content licensing, and app permissions are still determined by the relevant platforms.
Monthly subscription data resets on the activation date each month. If you upgrade mid-cycle, the price difference is prorated by the remaining days. Data add-ons remain available until used and never expire. Choose a billing option based on your usage habits, not just the exit location or route label. See the plans page for prices and data allowances. Payments are accepted via Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT.
This service offers a 60-day money-back guarantee; see the refund policy for how to request one. Route listings may change as resources are maintained or updated, so this page is intended as a guide to locations and route types. Before use, start with the routes available in the user panel and test them on your own device and network.