This article explains how to import nodes into v2rayNG. It covers adding configurations on Android using a link, QR code, or subscription, and explains how to check proxy status, exit IP, DNS, and browser settings if you can’t connect after importing. A successful import doesn’t mean the node is working: start the connection and verify it by visiting a website.
1. What to prepare before importing
Download the installation package from the official v2rayNG project release page, choosing the version that matches your phone’s architecture. If you’re unsure, check the project’s installation instructions and avoid modified versions from unfamiliar websites. Have your node share link, QR code, or subscription address ready, and make sure your phone’s date and time are correct. Menu names may vary slightly between versions, so follow the labels shown in your app.
A node link and a subscription address are not the same thing: the former usually starts with vless://, vmess://, or trojan:// and represents a single configuration; the latter is usually an HTTPS address that you add and update in subscription settings. Share links and subscription addresses may contain credentials, so don’t post screenshots or forward them publicly.
2. Three import methods—choose based on what you have
- Import from the clipboard: Copy the entire node share link, open v2rayNG, tap “+” in the upper-right corner, and select “Import from clipboard.” Return to the list and check that the new configuration appears. Don’t copy any explanatory text or quotation marks along with the link, and make sure you haven’t left off the end.
- Import by scanning a QR code: Tap “+,” select the QR code scanner, grant camera access when prompted, and scan the complete, clear node QR code. If the QR code is in your phone’s gallery and your version supports image recognition, you can select the image from the scanner; otherwise, import the corresponding share link.
- Import multiple configurations through a subscription: Open “Subscription settings” or a similar option in the side menu, add a subscription, enter a descriptive name, paste the subscription address into the address field, and save it. Return to the main screen and select “Update subscription” from the menu. Wait for the configurations to appear in the list.
Import free nodes provided by this site according to their format as well. Free nodes may expire or become unavailable; if a configuration stops working, you can update the subscription, but avoid refreshing repeatedly in a short period. If the update fails, first check that the address is complete and hasn’t expired, and that your current network can reach the subscription source.
3. How to connect and verify after importing
Select a configuration, then tap the start button on the main screen. The first time you connect, Android will show a VPN connection request; confirm it and check that the app shows it is running. To reduce routing conflicts during testing, you can start in global proxy mode, then switch back to rule mode once the connection works. If another VPN is already running, stop it first to avoid conflicts.
Open a browser, visit a website you want to access, and use a trusted IP lookup page to see whether your exit IP has changed. A successful latency test doesn’t guarantee that websites will load; also check actual site access and the app’s logs.
4. How to troubleshoot IP, DNS, and browser issues
- Exit IP unchanged: Confirm that the connection is running and the correct node is selected. Check whether app routing, bypass rules, or browser settings are excluding the traffic. In rule mode, some websites connecting directly is normal.
- Domain resolution failed: Try another network or node, then check the app’s DNS settings. Your browser’s secure DNS may use a different resolution path; temporarily set it to follow the system settings for comparison, then restore your preferred setting.
- Only one browser has a problem: Try an incognito window and check extensions, custom proxy settings, and cache. A website’s reported region may also be affected by your account region, location permissions, and cookies, so don’t rely on the page language alone to determine your exit region.
If the problem persists, check the logs for timeout, authentication, or DNS errors. Note the error text and hide addresses, passwords, and subscription tokens before asking for help; this is more effective than repeatedly reinstalling the app.