This article explains how to import nodes into v2rayNG and how your IP, DNS, and browser environment are affected after importing. It’s for Android users who have just installed v2rayNG and received a V2Ray, VLESS, VMess, or Trojan node or subscription link, but aren’t sure how to connect.
1. What to prepare before importing nodes
First, make sure v2rayNG is installed on your Android phone. We recommend getting it from a trusted app store or the project’s release page. Next, prepare your node details. They usually come in one of three forms: a single share link, a QR code, or a subscription URL. This site also provides free nodes for testing, but their reliability can vary. If you can’t connect, try a different node before troubleshooting further.
- Share link: Usually begins with vmess://, vless://, trojan://, or ss://.
- QR code: Essentially a node link, suitable for scanning in person or from a webpage.
- Subscription URL: A URL containing multiple nodes that can be updated later.
2. Three ways to import nodes into v2rayNG
- Import from clipboard: Copy the complete node link, open v2rayNG, tap “+” in the upper-right corner, and select “Import from clipboard.” The new node will appear in the list.
- Import by scanning a QR code: Tap “+” and select “Scan QR code,” then point your camera at the code. If scanning fails, try taking a screenshot and scanning it from your gallery, or ask the sender for a text link.
- Import a subscription: Tap the menu in the upper-left corner, open “Subscription settings,” and add a subscription name and URL. Save the settings, return to the main screen, and select “Update subscription.” This is a convenient option if you need multiple nodes or want to update them regularly.
After importing, select a node and tap the connect button in the lower-right corner. When prompted for VPN permissions, tap Allow. Once connected, a VPN icon will usually appear in the status bar.
3. How IP, DNS, and your browser environment affect things
Many people assume that once a node is imported, they should be able to access everything. In reality, access also depends on your exit IP, DNS, and browser environment. Your IP determines where websites think you’re connecting from. Check it using an IP lookup site to confirm whether it has changed. If it still shows your local network, the proxy may not be active, or the app you’re using may not be routed through it.
DNS translates domain names into addresses. If DNS is being interfered with, you may find that webpages won’t load, redirects behave strangely, or some sites work while others don’t on the same node. Try enabling an appropriate DNS option in v2rayNG’s settings or switching routing modes.
Your browser environment includes settings and data such as cache, cookies, language, time zone, and WebRTC. If a site still reports that your region doesn’t match even though the node is connected, try using a private window, clearing your cookies, disabling your browser’s location permissions, or testing a different browser.
4. Quick troubleshooting for connection failures
- Long-press the node and select “Test real connection,” or switch to another node to check whether the current one is unavailable.
- Check that your phone’s clock is accurate. An incorrect time can cause TLS handshakes to fail.
- Make sure your subscription hasn’t expired. Update it before reconnecting.
- Switch networks: try mobile data instead of Wi-Fi, or vice versa.
- If only some apps work, check v2rayNG’s per-app proxy settings.
If this is your first time using v2rayNG, importing a subscription is usually the easiest option to maintain. If you just want to test a node, importing a single link is quicker. When something goes wrong, don’t just keep tapping Connect. Troubleshoot in this order: check whether the node is working, whether the proxy is active, whether DNS is causing problems, and whether your browser cache is interfering. This will save you a lot of time.