This article explains “how to import nodes into v2rayNG” and why webpages may still fail to load, your IP may remain unchanged, DNS may leak, or your browser environment may behave unexpectedly after importing. It is intended for first-time Android users who want to access the internet freely. Follow the steps to import nodes, test your connection, and troubleshoot common issues.
1. What to prepare before importing nodes
v2rayNG is a popular Android client for V2Ray/VLESS/VMess/Trojan. Nodes usually come in two formats: individual links and subscription URLs. Individual links are useful for temporary access, while subscription URLs let you import multiple nodes at once and update them later. You can use your own nodes or copy a working link from the free nodes page on this site. Free nodes may be affected by the route, user load, and time of day, so try several if a connection fails.
- Make sure you have the latest version of v2rayNG installed on your phone.
- Prepare a node link or subscription URL.
- Turn off other VPNs and accelerators to avoid port conflicts.
- Keep your phone’s time set to sync automatically. An incorrect time can cause TLS handshake failures.
2. How to import nodes into v2rayNG
- Open v2rayNG and tap “+” in the upper-right corner.
- For a vmess://, vless://, or trojan:// link, select “Import from clipboard.” The node will appear in the list after importing.
- For a subscription URL, select “Subscription settings,” tap “+,” paste the URL, and save it. Then return to the main screen.
- Tap the menu in the upper-right corner and select “Update subscription.” Wait for the node list to refresh.
- Select a node and tap the circular button in the lower-right corner to connect.
- When the VPN icon appears in the status bar, open a browser and visit a test site to check that it loads.
To import a node by QR code, tap “Scan QR code” and point your camera at the node’s QR code. After importing, start by testing a node with a low latency and a clear name. Avoid switching rapidly between multiple clients at once.
3. What IP, DNS, and your browser environment affect
Many people assume that successfully importing a node guarantees access, but the IP, DNS, and browser environment matter too. Once connected, your public-facing IP should be the node’s exit IP. If a website still shows your local IP, v2rayNG may not be running, VPN permission may not have been granted, or your browser may be using a different proxy.
DNS translates domain names into IP addresses. DNS issues often show up as apps reporting a successful connection while webpages keep loading or certain sites remain inaccessible. In v2rayNG settings, you can enable “Bypass LAN and mainland addresses” or switch routing modes as needed to avoid sending traffic that should not be proxied through the node.
Your browser environment can also affect the results. For example, browser cache, account region, WebRTC, local language, and time zone may all reveal information about your actual environment to websites. Most users don’t need to make extensive changes. Start by clearing your browser cache, disabling built-in proxy extensions, and avoiding the use of multiple proxy tools at the same time.
4. Troubleshooting connection failures
- Import fails: Check that the link is complete. When copying a subscription URL, make sure you haven’t included extra spaces or Chinese explanatory text.
- Connected but webpages won’t load: Try another node or switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data.
- TLS, certificate, or timeout errors: Check your phone’s time and update v2rayNG to the latest version.
- Subscription update returns no nodes: The subscription may have expired, or your network may not be able to reach its source. Try again later or use another subscription.
- Some apps don’t use the proxy: Check whether “Per-app proxy” in v2rayNG excludes the app.
In short, importing nodes into v2rayNG involves copying a link or subscription, updating the list, selecting a node, and connecting. If problems persist after connecting, check whether your IP has changed, whether DNS is working properly, and whether browser cache or extensions are interfering. Following these steps should resolve most common issues new users encounter when importing and using nodes.