This article explains how to import nodes into v2rayNG on Android phones, and describes the relationship between imported nodes and IP, DNS, and the browser environment, helping you complete the full process from obtaining a node to connecting successfully and troubleshooting failures. It is suitable for ordinary users using v2rayNG for the first time.
1. What You Need Before Importing
v2rayNG is a commonly used V2Ray/VLESS/VMess client on Android. It does not provide lines by itself, so you need to prepare nodes or a subscription link first. Nodes usually come in three forms: single links such as vmess:// and vless://, QR codes, or a subscription address. You can use your own existing service, or get available nodes from this site’s free node page and then import them.
Before starting, it is recommended to check whether your phone’s time is set to sync automatically, whether the network can normally access domestic websites, and whether the latest version of v2rayNG is installed. Some older versions do not fully support newer configurations such as Reality, TLS, and uTLS, which may cause the import to succeed but the connection to fail.
2. Three Ways to Import Nodes into v2rayNG
- Import via subscription: Open v2rayNG, tap the “+” in the top right corner, select “Subscription settings,” then tap “+” again to add a subscription. You can fill in any note you like, paste the subscription link into the address field, save it, return to the main screen, and then tap the menu in the top right corner and select “Update subscription.”
- Import from clipboard: Copy a vmess://, vless://, or trojan:// link, open v2rayNG, tap the “+” in the top right corner, and select “Import from clipboard.” If the format is correct, the node will appear in the list.
- Import via QR code: Tap “+”, select “Scan QR code,” allow camera permission, and point the camera at the node QR code. If the QR code comes from a screenshot, you can first recognize it from the gallery or copy the link and then import it.
After importing, select a node and tap the round button in the lower right corner to start the connection. On first use, the system will pop up a VPN connection request; choose Allow. After a successful connection, a VPN icon will usually appear in the status bar.
3. What Is the Relationship Between IP, DNS, and the Browser Environment?
After the node connects successfully, the exit IP shown when you visit websites will usually change to an IP in the region where the node is located. However, this does not mean all environment information will automatically change. Websites may also read information such as browser language, time zone, WebRTC, cookies, and account history. Therefore, if you need a more consistent browser environment, it is recommended to use an incognito window, clear cookies for the relevant sites, and reduce the risk of WebRTC leaks in the browser.
DNS is also important. DNS is responsible for resolving domain names into IP addresses. If DNS goes through the local network, some sites may fail to open, resolve to the wrong address, or be polluted. In v2rayNG, you can generally use remote DNS in “Settings” or follow routing rules. Ordinary users do not need to make complex adjustments; keeping the default settings is preferred. If some websites cannot be opened, then try switching DNS or updating the client.
4. What to Check If It Won’t Connect After Importing
- Make sure the node has not expired; subscription users should first perform an “Update subscription.”
- Switch the phone’s network, for example from Wi-Fi to mobile data, to rule out local network restrictions.
- Check whether the system time is accurate; TLS-type nodes are relatively sensitive to time differences.
- Long-press the node to view the configuration, and confirm that the address, port, UUID, and transport protocol were copied completely.
- Try switching to other nodes in the same subscription to determine whether it is a single-node issue or a client issue.
- Turn off other VPNs, proxies, and accelerators to avoid port or routing conflicts.
If it shows as connected but webpages still will not open, you can select “Bypass LAN and mainland China addresses” or “Global proxy” in v2rayNG’s routing settings for testing. Global proxy is more suitable for troubleshooting; after confirming it works, switch back to the rule set that suits daily use.
5. Usage Recommendations
For daily use, it is recommended to prioritize the subscription method, because subscription updates are more convenient and do not require copying nodes one by one. Free nodes can be used for temporary access and for learning configuration, but stability may change over time, so update or switch lines promptly if they become unavailable. Once you have mastered the steps above, you can basically complete v2rayNG node import, connection, and common troubleshooting on your own.