This article addresses the practical question of how to import nodes into v2rayNG. It covers three methods—links, QR codes, and subscriptions—and explains how teams can reduce account verification caused by frequent changes in egress IPs. A successful import only means the configuration was added; it does not mean the node is reachable or that the account environment is necessarily stable.
1. Install the client and prepare your node information
v2rayNG is a proxy client for Android. We recommend downloading an installation package compatible with your phone’s architecture from the project’s official GitHub Releases page, and avoiding modified versions from unknown sources. After installation, open the app once to confirm that you can access the configuration list. Menu names may vary slightly between versions.
Before importing, check whether you have a single node link, a node QR code, or a subscription URL. Single links commonly start with vless://, vmess://, or trojan://, while subscription URLs are usually HTTPS links. Subscription URLs may contain access credentials, so don’t post them in public groups or include them in screenshots. Before using free nodes provided by this site, check their format, validity period, and instructions.
2. Import nodes based on the information type
- Import from the clipboard: Copy the entire single-node link, open v2rayNG, tap “＋” in the upper-right corner, and select “Import config from clipboard.” Return to the list and confirm that the configuration was added. If you see a format error, check that you haven’t copied extra quotation marks or explanatory text, or missed the end of the link.
- Import by scanning a QR code: Tap “＋,” select the QR code scanner, and allow camera access. If the QR code is on another device, scan it directly. If it’s in your phone’s photo library, check whether the scanning screen supports image recognition. If it doesn’t, ask the provider for a text link instead.
- Import multiple nodes via a subscription: Open “Subscription settings” in the sidebar, add a subscription, enter a label and the full URL, then save it. Return to the main screen and use the menu to update subscriptions. If you have multiple subscriptions, make sure you update the correct group. Saving the URL alone usually won’t make the nodes appear immediately.
3. How to connect and verify the imported node
Select a node, then tap the connect button at the bottom. The first time you connect, Android will prompt you to authorize the VPN connection. Check the app name before allowing it. During testing, close any other VPN or proxy apps to avoid conflicts. Once connected, open a frequently used website and check that it loads normally.
You can use the client’s latency or connectivity tests to help choose a node, but the test results don’t necessarily reflect your browsing experience. If domestic websites work but the site you want to access doesn’t, check the routing mode and per-app proxy settings, and make sure the target app hasn’t been excluded. To check your egress IP, use a trusted IP lookup page.
4. How does team usage relate to account environment stability?
The import method itself won’t improve account stability. What matters is the egress IP, changes in region, device, and login behavior. A fixed node name does not mean the egress IP is fixed. Subscription updates, provider-side routing, or switching nodes can all change the egress IP. Free nodes should not be treated as fixed-IP services.
Teams can standardize where they get the client, subscription labels, and update procedures, but should not share personal account passwords. For day-to-day use, try to stick to the same device and a similar egress region, and avoid repeatedly logging in from different regions in a short period. If a security check appears, complete it as required by the platform instead of repeatedly switching nodes and retrying.
5. Troubleshooting failed imports or connection issues
- No node was added: Make sure you copied the entire link. Subscription URLs should be added in subscription settings, not imported as single nodes.
- Subscription update failed: Check whether the URL has expired, whether the credentials are complete, and whether your current network can access the subscription service.
- Node timed out: First correct your system clock, then update the subscription and try another node. Also check that your network is working.
- No internet after connecting: Stop other VPNs, check your routing and per-app settings, and look in the logs for DNS, timeout, or handshake errors. If you ask for help, hide any URL credentials and user identifiers.