This guide addresses how to use Shadowrocket in a team setting: when several people use iPhones or iPads, how can they import nodes or subscriptions, standardize rules, reduce account environment issues, and quickly troubleshoot connection failures? It is intended for everyday users who need a stable network environment for team collaboration, cross-border access to information, or testing accounts across multiple users.
1. Prepare the app and node details
Shadowrocket, often called “小火箭” (Little Rocket), is primarily used to connect iOS devices through a proxy. Before getting started, make sure you have Shadowrocket installed and a working proxy node or subscription link. Nodes may use formats such as Vmess, VLESS, Trojan, or Shadowsocks. This site also provides free nodes for testing, but their reliability depends on the number of users and the network routes available, so teams should not rely on them as their only option.
- Open Shadowrocket and go to the home screen.
- Tap “+” in the upper-right corner to add a node manually. If you have a subscription link, select “类型/Subscribe” to add it.
- Paste the subscription URL, save it, then return to the list and pull down to refresh.
- Select a node with low latency and turn on the connection switch at the top.
- The first time you connect, you’ll be prompted to add a VPN configuration. Tap Allow and enter your device passcode.
For a one-off test, you can import an individual node. For team use, subscriptions are generally a better choice: administrators can update nodes later, and team members only need to refresh the subscription.
2. Why team use can affect account stability
Many platforms assess account activity based on login IP, region, device, time, and browsing behavior. If team members frequently switch countries or share the same node—for example, using a U.S. node today and a Japanese one tomorrow—accounts may be prompted for verification, flagged by security systems, or have login issues. So with Shadowrocket, it’s not enough to “just connect.” Teams should aim for a consistent region, a fixed route, and standardized rules.
- Keep each business account in the same region: For example, if you regularly use a Hong Kong node, avoid frequently switching to routes in Europe or the U.S.
- Avoid having multiple people use the same sensitive account and exit IP at the same time. If necessary, assign different nodes to separate groups.
- Don’t turn the proxy on and off repeatedly and then immediately log in to important accounts. First, verify that the IP region is what you expect.
- Have team members use the same routing rules to minimize differences between users who connect directly and those who use a proxy.
In Shadowrocket, go to “配置” (Configuration) and select a routing mode. For most users, “规则” (Rule) is preferable to “全局” (Global): domestic apps connect directly, while overseas traffic goes through the proxy, for a more reliable experience.
3. Recommended setup steps
- After importing a subscription, check the information next to each node or run a latency test, and remove any routes that are clearly unavailable.
- Go to “配置” (Configuration) and select a commonly used routing rule. Your team can use the same configuration file.
- Turn on the connection and visit an IP lookup site to confirm the exit country or region.
- Before logging in to a team account, confirm that the selected node is in the same region as the one used last time.
- Give working nodes clear names, such as “Team A-Hong Kong-Backup,” so team members can identify them easily.
For accounts that need to stay in use long term, set up a primary node and a backup node. The backup should ideally be in the same region; don’t switch to a different region at random if a problem occurs.
4. Troubleshooting connection failures and account issues
If Shadowrocket is on but websites won’t load, check the following in order: whether the subscription has expired or needs refreshing, whether the node is blocked or congested, whether your device has an internet connection, and whether VPN access is enabled in system settings. You can also try another node in the same region, refresh the subscription, or toggle Airplane Mode off and on.
If you can connect but accounts are repeatedly asked to verify your identity, check whether multiple people are sharing the account, the node is switching between regions, or the routing mode is sending some requests directly. In that case, standardize the nodes your team uses and keep a record of the usual region for each account. Remember, the key to using Shadowrocket isn’t having as many nodes as possible, but being stable, traceable, and consistent.
In summary, the basics of using Shadowrocket are to install the app, import a node or subscription, select a routing rule, and connect. For team use, it’s more important to standardize routing and account environments and reduce the risks associated with frequent IP changes.