This article addresses the question “How do you configure a WS TLS node?” After getting a V2Ray/VLESS/VMess node that uses WebSocket + TLS, learn how to enter its details correctly in clients such as Clash, v2rayN, and sing-box, and understand how IP, DNS, and your browser environment affect connection reliability.
1. Understand the WS TLS node details
WS TLS is commonly used with VLESS or VMess nodes. It uses WebSocket for transport and TLS for encryption. Before importing a node, make sure you have at least the following details: server address, port, UUID or user ID, protocol type, ws transport, TLS setting, SNI, Host, and 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 don’t guess—use the port listed in the node details.
- Path: This is usually something like /xxx. Even a missing slash can cause the connection to fail.
- Host/SNI: These are related to the TLS certificate and CDN routing, so don’t leave them blank without a reason.
If you’re using a free node provided by this site, we recommend copying the complete share link or subscription link to reduce the chance of errors from manual entry.
2. Configure WS TLS in a client
The easiest method is to import a link. A typical workflow is:
- Install a client: On Windows, use v2rayN or Clash Verge; on Android, use v2rayNG or Clash Meta; on iOS, use a client that supports sing-box/Clash configurations.
- Copy the node link or subscription URL, then open the client’s “Import,” “Import from Clipboard,” or “Subscription Management” option.
- After importing, open the node details and check that the transport protocol is set to ws and TLS is enabled.
- Make sure the SNI, Host, and Path match the information provided for the node. Don’t let the client automatically replace them with the server’s IP address.
- Select the node, enable system proxy or VPN mode, then visit a test website.
To add a node manually, select VLESS/VMess as the protocol, set the transport to WebSocket, enable TLS as the security layer, and enter the Host, Path, and SNI. In some clients, Host is under “Request Headers,” while SNI is under “TLS Server Name.” The labels vary, but the settings serve similar purposes.
3. How IP, DNS, and your browser environment are related
WS TLS nodes often use a domain name. DNS resolves the domain to an IP address. If your local DNS is poisoned or resolves to an incorrect IP, the node may time out. We recommend enabling remote DNS or DoH in the client, or using the client’s built-in DNS rules to prevent the browser from resolving domains directly through local DNS.
Don’t change a domain name to an IP address without a good reason. TLS validates the certificate against the domain name, and SNI also relies on the domain. After changing it to an IP, the TLS handshake may fail even if the port is reachable. Your browser environment also affects troubleshooting: if the proxy is enabled only for the browser and not at the system level, other apps may still connect directly. Conversely, a browser proxy extension may override the client’s proxy settings.
4. Quick troubleshooting for connection failures
- TLS handshake failed: Check the SNI, Host, and system time.
- Constant timeouts: Switch networks, check DNS, and verify the address and port.
- Connected, but websites won’t load: Check the proxy mode and try switching between Global and Rule mode.
- Subscription imports with no nodes: Make sure the subscription link is accessible, or copy the complete link and import it again.
- Some websites won’t open: Clear your browser’s proxy extensions, disable QUIC, or test another node.
In summary, configuring a WS TLS node isn’t just about entering the server and port. The key is to make sure Host, SNI, Path, and TLS are all set correctly. If you run into problems, first import the complete subscription, then check DNS and your browser’s proxy settings. This usually helps identify the cause of most connection failures.