This article explains how to configure a WS TLS node. If you have a V2Ray/VLESS/VMess WebSocket + TLS node but aren’t sure where to enter each setting, or it connects after import but webpages won’t load, follow the steps below to check your client, subscription, IP, DNS, and browser setup.
1. Understand the WS TLS node parameters
WS TLS usually means that WebSocket is used at the transport layer and TLS at the security layer. You don’t need to understand the underlying implementation, but you should make sure all the node details are present. Common fields include address, port, user ID or password, transport protocol (ws), TLS, SNI, Host, and Path. Names vary slightly between clients; for example, “disguise domain” often refers to Host, while “path” refers to Path.
- Address: This may be a domain name or an IP address. Prefer the original address provided by the service provider.
- Port: 443 is common, but use the port specified in the node details rather than guessing.
- SNI/Host: Many WS TLS nodes depend on this field. An incorrect value can cause the handshake to fail.
- Path: This usually starts with /. Preserve the exact capitalization and slashes.
2. Configure the node manually in your client
If you use a client such as v2rayN, Clash Verge, sing-box, or NekoBox, importing a subscription is recommended. If you only have a single node link, you can also add it manually. This site provides free nodes for testing, but their stability may vary with network conditions, so it’s a good idea to have a few alternatives ready.
- Open the client and select “Add node” or “Create configuration.”
- Select VLESS or VMess as the protocol, then enter the address, port, and UUID/ID from the node details.
- Select WebSocket/ws as the transport and enter the Path. If a Host value is provided, enter it in the Host field or the request headers.
- Enable TLS and enter the domain provided for the node as the SNI. If there’s an option to “Skip certificate verification,” most users should leave it disabled.
- Save the settings, select the node, start the proxy, and visit a test website in your browser.
3. How IP, DNS, and your browser setup can affect the connection
The same WS TLS node may perform differently on different networks. One reason is that the local IP, carrier, and network route can vary, as can the DNS resolution results for the destination domain. If the client log shows a timeout, the route may be unreachable. A TLS handshake error is more likely related to SNI, Host, the system clock, or certificate verification.
DNS matters too. Some clients support “Remote DNS” or “DNS leak protection.” If webpages won’t load even though the client shows that it’s connected, try changing your system DNS or enabling the client’s built-in DNS. For your browser, disable any problematic proxy extensions to avoid multiple proxies handling traffic at once. You can test in a new Chrome/Edge window with no extensions. Also check your system clock: a significant time difference can cause TLS certificate verification to fail.
4. Quick troubleshooting for connection failures
- Make sure the node hasn’t expired. Update your subscription, then select the node again.
- Check the WebSocket Path, Host, and SNI, paying particular attention to capitalization and extra spaces.
- Switch networks, such as from Wi-Fi to a mobile hotspot, to see whether the issue is with your local network route.
- Check the client’s proxy mode. Test in global mode first, then switch back to rule mode.
- If webpages won’t open, disable proxy extensions or try a different browser.
In short, when configuring a WS TLS node, don’t change settings at random. Copy the address, port, Path, Host, and SNI exactly as provided. If the connection still fails after importing the subscription, check DNS, browser extensions, your system clock, and your local network one by one. This will usually help you pinpoint the issue.