This article addresses a common question: how to add a subscription in v2rayNG, and why issues such as webpages not loading, abnormal IP display, DNS leaks, or inconsistent browser environments may still occur after adding it. It is suitable for users who already have a V2Ray/VLESS/VMess/Trojan subscription link and want to quickly import it on an Android phone and troubleshoot connection problems.
1. Basic steps for adding a subscription in v2rayNG
Before you begin, first make sure what you have is a “subscription link,” usually a URL starting with https://, rather than a single node sharing link. The free node page on this site sometimes provides a copyable subscription address, and the usage is the same.
- Install and open v2rayNG on your Android phone. It is recommended to use a newer stable version.
- Tap the “+” in the upper-right corner or the menu button, then select “Subscription settings.”
- Tap “Add subscription,” and in the remark field you can enter “Free Nodes” or any custom name.
- Paste the subscription link into the address bar, save it, and return to the main screen.
- Open the menu in the upper-right corner and tap “Update subscription.”
- After the update is complete, the nodes will appear in the list. Select a node, then tap the circular button in the lower-right corner to start the connection.
If no nodes appear after updating, first check whether the link was copied completely, whether there are extra spaces, or whether the subscription address needs to be opened in a browser first to confirm it is accessible.
2. Why is the IP still incorrect after a successful connection?
If v2rayNG shows “Connected,” it only means the local proxy tunnel has started successfully. It does not necessarily mean that all traffic is being routed through the proxy as you expect. It is recommended to first visit an IP lookup website to see whether the outbound IP has changed. If the IP has not changed, focus on checking the following:
- Routing mode: try switching to “Global” for testing, then change it back to “Bypass LAN and mainland China addresses” as needed.
- App proxy: if “Per-app proxy” is enabled, make sure the browser or target app is checked.
- System VPN permission: when connecting for the first time, Android will pop up a VPN authorization prompt, and you must allow it.
To determine whether it is really working, do not rely only on the software icon. It is best to also check the IP, webpage access results, and node latency.
3. The relationship between DNS and the browser environment
Many users find that after connecting, they can open some websites, but search, images, or login functions behave abnormally. This may be related to DNS. DNS is responsible for resolving domain names into IP addresses. If requests still go through the local ISP’s DNS, issues such as pollution, slow resolution, or inconsistent regional detection may occur. In v2rayNG, you can view DNS-related options in the settings. Ordinary users can usually keep the default settings; if you encounter obvious resolution problems, you can try enabling remote DNS or using the configuration recommended by the client.
The browser environment can also affect the results. For example, browser cache, cookies, language, time zone, location permissions, and WebRTC may all cause websites to detect different regions. If you encounter account risk control or region inconsistencies, you can try:
- Testing again in an incognito window;
- Clearing the target website’s cookies before visiting again;
- Disabling browser location permissions;
- Avoiding running multiple proxy tools at the same time.
4. How to troubleshoot subscription update failures
If you get an update failure prompt, first confirm that your phone’s network is working properly, then copy the subscription link into a browser to test whether it can be opened. If it cannot be opened in the browser either, the subscription source may be temporarily unavailable, the link may have expired, or the network may be blocking it. If it opens in the browser but v2rayNG still fails to update, try restarting the app, disabling other VPNs, and adding the subscription again.
Do not refresh the subscription repeatedly in a short period of time, as some subscription sources may limit access frequency. The stability of free nodes can be affected by the route, the number of users, and the time of day. It is recommended to keep multiple usable nodes and update them regularly.
5. Quick checklist
- Whether the subscription link is complete, has no spaces, and has not expired;
- Whether you clicked “Update subscription” instead of only saving it;
- Whether you selected a node and started the connection;
- Whether the IP lookup result has changed;
- Whether DNS, browser cache, or cookies are causing an inconsistent environment.
In short, the core process of adding a subscription in v2rayNG is “add subscription address → update subscription → select node → start connection.” If there are still problems after connecting, troubleshoot them one by one from the three angles of IP, DNS, and browser environment, and you can usually identify the issue.