This article addresses how to import nodes in v2rayNG and why, when used by a shared team, some people have a stable connection while others get disconnected frequently. You will learn how to import nodes on an Android phone via the clipboard, QR codes, and subscription links, and understand how account environment, network switching, and node allocation affect stability.
1. What to prepare before importing
v2rayNG is a commonly used V2Ray client for Android and supports importing VLESS, VMess, Trojan, and other nodes. Before you start, make sure of three things: the latest version of v2rayNG is installed on your phone; you have a working node link or subscription address; and your system time is set to sync automatically. For team use, it is recommended that an administrator organize the nodes centrally to avoid members copying expired or incorrectly formatted configurations from different sources.
- Single node links usually begin with vmess://, vless://, or trojan://.
- A subscription link is usually an https address and can update multiple nodes at once.
- QR codes are suitable for offline sharing or sharing via screenshots, but be careful not to expose them publicly outside the group.
2. Three ways to import nodes into v2rayNG
- Import from clipboard: Copy the complete node link, open v2rayNG, tap the “+” in the top right corner, and choose “Import from clipboard.” After importing, the new node will appear in the list. Select it, then tap the connect button in the bottom right corner.
- Import by scanning a code: Tap the “+” in the top right corner and choose “Scan QR code,” then point your camera at the node QR code. If scanning fails, the QR code is usually incomplete, the screenshot was compressed, or the required permission has not been enabled.
- Import via subscription: Tap the menu in the top left corner, go to “Subscription settings,” tap “+” to add the subscription address, save it, then return to the main screen and select “Update subscription.” For teams, the subscription method is more recommended, because when nodes are changed later, members only need to update instead of copying them one by one.
This site provides some free nodes and subscription tutorials, which can be used to test whether the client is working properly; however, free resources fluctuate a lot, so it is not recommended to place all team business on a single node.
3. When used by a team, what is the relationship between the import method and account stability?
Many people assume that as long as the import succeeds, the connection will definitely be stable, but in a team environment, differences are actually more likely to appear. First, if multiple members use the same node at the same time, it may trigger limits on connection count, traffic, or risk control, resulting in situations where it connects but webpages will not open, or where it disconnects during peak evening hours. Second, different phones operate in different network environments, and carriers, Wi-Fi, mobile data, and company network policies can all affect the connection result.
It is recommended that teams use a model of “unified subscription distribution, grouped member usage”: for example, group nodes by purpose or region so that not everyone connects to the same entry by default. After the administrator updates the subscription, members only need to update the subscription in v2rayNG, then retest latency or switch nodes. This reduces configuration errors and also makes it easier to determine whether a specific node has failed.
4. Checklist for troubleshooting connection failures
- After importing, first check whether the node name appears correctly. If it shows garbled text or no protocol identifier, the copied content may be incomplete.
- Make sure the phone time is set automatically; incorrect time can cause TLS-related connections to fail.
- Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data for testing to determine whether the current network is restricted.
- In v2rayNG, tap “Test all configurations with real connection” and prioritize nodes with normal latency.
- If the subscription update fails, check whether there is an extra space in the subscription address or whether it must first be opened and verified in a browser.
If only one member fails, focus on checking that person’s client version, system VPN permissions, proxy mode, and local network; if everyone fails at the same time, the subscription source or the nodes themselves are most likely unavailable. For team use, keeping configurations consistent, distributing traffic across nodes, and updating regularly is more conducive to long-term stability than simply chasing a single “fastest node.”