This article explains how to import nodes into v2rayNG and troubleshoot common issues after importing, such as connection failures, websites not loading, an unchanged IP address, DNS leaks, or browser environment problems. It’s intended for first-time users setting up V2Ray/VLESS/VMess/Trojan nodes on an Android phone. Follow the steps to import a node and troubleshoot any issues.
1. Install v2rayNG and prepare your node
v2rayNG is a commonly used proxy client for Android, mainly for importing individual node links or subscription URLs. Before installing it, get the latest APK from a trusted source. After installation, grant the required VPN permission. Your nodes can come from your own service or a subscription provider. You can also check out the free nodes page compiled on this site, but free nodes may be unreliable, so it’s a good idea to have a few backups ready.
- Open v2rayNG to go to the main screen.
- Prepare a node link, such as one that starts with vmess://, vless://, trojan://, or ss://.
- If you’re using a subscription, prepare a subscription URL that starts with http:// or https://.
2. Import a single node into v2rayNG
If you have an individual node link, the easiest way is to copy it and let v2rayNG detect it automatically:
- Copy the entire node link, making sure not to omit any characters at the beginning or end.
- Open v2rayNG and tap “+” in the upper-right corner.
- Select “Import from clipboard.”
- When the node appears in the list, tap it to select it.
- Tap the circular button in the lower-right corner to connect. The first time you connect, you’ll be prompted to authorize the VPN; tap Allow.
After connecting, open a browser and visit an IP lookup website to check whether your exit IP has changed. If it still shows your local network, the node may not be selected, the routing rules may not have taken effect, or the connection may have failed.
3. Import a subscription URL and update your nodes
If you have a subscription link, follow these steps instead:
- Tap the menu in the upper-left corner and open “Subscription settings.”
- Tap “+”, paste the subscription URL, and save it.
- Return to the main screen, tap the menu in the upper-right corner, and select “Update subscription.”
- Wait for the node list to refresh, then select a node and connect.
If the subscription fails to import, first check that the URL is complete, hasn’t expired, and was copied after logging in if required. Make sure you haven’t mistaken a webpage URL for a subscription URL.
4. Check your IP, DNS, and browser environment
- Check your IP: After connecting, visit an IP lookup page and check whether the displayed location matches the node’s exit location.
- Check DNS: If websites load slowly or won’t open, try enabling “Local DNS” in v2rayNG settings or changing the routing mode, then reconnect.
- Check your browser environment: Test in normal browsing mode. First disable browser proxy plugins, ad blockers, and privacy extensions to avoid conflicts with v2rayNG.
- If only one browser won’t load websites, try another browser. If no apps can connect, check the node or your network.
5. Common connection troubleshooting
If the app says “connected” but websites won’t open, try these steps in order: switch to another node; toggle Airplane mode off and on; restart v2rayNG; make sure your phone’s time is set to update automatically; or change the routing mode to “Bypass LAN and mainland China addresses” or “Global” for testing. If multiple nodes fail, your network may be restricted, the subscription may have expired, or the nodes may be unavailable. Avoid changing advanced settings repeatedly while troubleshooting. For most users, the best first steps are to switch nodes, update the subscription, and check your IP and DNS.