This article explains how to import a subscription into Shadowrocket (小火箭), with a focus on how subscription management, node selection, and account environment stability affect teams with multiple users. It’s for users who already have a subscription link or a free node subscription from this site and want to import it quickly into Shadowrocket on an iPhone or iPad while reducing disconnections, account mix-ups, and problems caused by frequent switching.
1. What to prepare before importing a subscription
Importing a subscription into Shadowrocket means adding a link containing multiple nodes to the client. For team use, avoid sharing screenshots or individual node details. Instead, use a shared subscription link so it’s easier to update and troubleshoot later.
- Make sure Shadowrocket is installed and has permission to add VPN configurations.
- Have a working subscription link ready; it usually starts with https://.
- Check that the link has no extra spaces or line breaks and hasn’t been truncated by a messaging app.
- Team members should use their own devices where possible. Avoid frequent sharing of the same Apple ID or proxy account environment.
If you’re using the free nodes provided on this site, it’s also best to copy the subscription URL rather than copying nodes one by one. This makes updates easier.
2. How to import a subscription into Shadowrocket: step by step
- Open Shadowrocket and go to the home screen.
- Tap “+” in the upper-right corner to add a configuration.
- Select Subscribe / Subscription as the type. Don’t select an individual node protocol.
- Paste the subscription link into the URL field. You can add a note such as “Team subscription” or “Backup subscription.”
- Tap Done or Save in the upper-right corner, then return to the home screen.
- Pull down to refresh the subscription and wait for the node list to load.
- Select a node and turn on the connection switch at the top. The first time you connect, follow the prompts to allow Shadowrocket to add a VPN configuration.
If no nodes appear after importing, don’t rush to delete the app. Try opening the subscription link in a browser. If you see an access denied message, a blank page, or an expired-link notice, the subscription itself is probably unavailable—it’s not necessarily a Shadowrocket configuration issue.
3. How subscription and account environment stability affect team use
Many teams don’t have trouble importing subscriptions; the problem is that some members can connect while others experience frequent disconnections. Common causes include connection limits on a subscription shared by multiple people, risk controls triggered by frequent switching between countries and nodes, and platforms flagging a business account as unusual when it’s accessed from multiple regions in a short period.
Set a few simple guidelines for your team: have each person stick to their usual node region and avoid unnecessary switching; keep the IP region relatively consistent for work, social media, and payment accounts; and use a separate browser profile or device when testing other regions. A subscription is just the connection entry point; account stability also depends on how you use it.
4. Troubleshooting connection failures and update issues
- Subscription update fails: Check whether the link has expired and was copied in full. Try switching networks and refreshing again.
- Nodes import but won’t connect: Try another node in the same subscription, or turn VPN permissions off and back on.
- Web pages won’t open: Check that Shadowrocket isn’t set to proxy only certain apps. Try global routing or rule-based routing.
- Only some team members have connection issues: Check whether the subscription’s connection limit has been reached or whether someone is occupying the same account for an extended period.
One final note: when using Shadowrocket as a team, the goal isn’t to try every node, but to establish a stable, repeatable connection routine. Centralized subscription management, relatively consistent node regions, and avoiding frequent changes to account login locations are usually more effective than switching clients without a clear reason.