This article explains “how to add a subscription in v2rayNG” and how to troubleshoot connection failures, websites that won’t load, and unusual IP or DNS results. It’s intended for Android users new to v2rayNG. Follow the steps to import and update nodes, then perform basic troubleshooting.
1. Before adding a v2rayNG subscription
v2rayNG is a popular Android client for V2Ray/VLESS/VMess, but it does not provide nodes. You’ll need a valid subscription link, usually a URL beginning with https:// that returns information about multiple nodes. This site curates free node resources, or you can use a subscription URL you already have.
- Make sure you have the latest version of v2rayNG installed. We recommend getting it from a trusted app store or the project’s release page.
- Have your subscription link ready. When copying it, avoid including spaces, Chinese punctuation, or extra explanatory text.
- Make sure your phone’s network is working, and don’t run other potentially conflicting proxy apps while adding the subscription.
2. How to add a v2rayNG subscription
- Open v2rayNG and tap the “+” or menu button in the upper-right corner.
- Select “Subscription settings” or “Subscription group setting.” The wording may vary slightly between versions.
- Tap the “+” in the upper-right corner. Enter a label such as “Free nodes” or “Backup subscription.”
- Paste the subscription link into the address field, make sure it contains no spaces, and save it.
- Return to the main screen, open the menu in the upper-right corner, and tap “Update subscription.”
- Once the nodes appear in the list, select one and tap the circular button in the lower-right corner to connect.
If the import succeeds but the list contains many nodes, start by testing one with low latency and a clear name. Avoid importing too many subscriptions from unknown sources, as this can clutter the list.
3. How IP, DNS, and your browser environment are related
A successful connection doesn’t necessarily mean your browser is configured correctly. Visit an IP-checking website to see your current public IP. If it still shows your local network, the proxy may not be active, or per-app proxying may not include your browser. DNS affects domain name resolution, so DNS issues can cause websites to fail to load even when the connection is active.
In v2rayNG settings, try the default routing mode first. If you’re proxying only selected apps, make sure Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or your system browser is checked. In your browser, first disable proxy extensions, privacy extensions, or old VPN extensions that could conflict with v2rayNG. If needed, clear the browser cache and try again.
4. Troubleshooting subscription updates and connection failures
- Subscription won’t update: Check whether the link has expired and make sure you copied it in full. Try opening the subscription URL in a browser to see whether it returns any content.
- No internet after connecting: Switch to a different node, try mobile data or Wi-Fi, then restart v2rayNG.
- IP hasn’t changed: Make sure you tapped the connect button, check for a VPN icon in the Android notification bar, and see whether per-app proxying is enabled.
- DNS resolution problems: Restore the default DNS settings, or turn off other secure DNS services, accelerators, and proxy apps before trying again.
Free nodes can be unstable due to congestion, outages, or restrictions. This is normal. If you run into problems, the best approach is to update the subscription, try a different node, and then check your IP, DNS, and browser settings. As long as the subscription URL is valid, adding it to v2rayNG is straightforward. The key is to confirm that the proxy is actually being used by the app you’re trying to access.