Routes by Region
This page shows example routes in Japan, Singapore, the United States, Hong Kong, and the Netherlands. The table illustrates how route names, cities, and types correspond; these examples are not a complete coverage list. The number of countries covered is not the number of rows shown here.
The “Streaming” column lists platforms associated with each example. A platform not listed is not necessarily unavailable. Catalogs, account regions, content licenses, and platform rules can all affect playback; these labels are not a guarantee of ongoing availability.
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| Country / Region | City | Route Type | Streaming Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Pacific | |||
| Japan | Tokyo | IEPL | Netflix · Check on the platform |
| Singapore | Singapore | Relay | Disney+ · Check on the platform |
| Hong Kong | Hong Kong | IEPL | Not listed · Check your access |
| North America | |||
| United States | Los Angeles | Direct | YouTube · Check on the platform |
| Europe | |||
| Netherlands | Amsterdam | Relay | Not listed · Check your access |
| Other regions | |||
| City-level entries for other regions aren't shown here. Sign in to the panel to see available routes. | |||
Country or region identifies the exit location, city distinguishes entries, and route type describes the connection path. Consider these separately for a clearer picture than a region name alone can provide.
Geographic distance is a useful starting point, but it doesn't determine connection quality on its own. Your local carrier, access method, time of day, and the destination service's location all affect the route. Entries in the same region may also use different network paths. To compare routes, keep the target app and local setup unchanged so you can identify what made the difference.
IEPL, Relay & Direct Routes
These terms describe connection paths, not a universal performance ranking. Here's how each route type generally works and what can affect its cost. For specific settings and availability, check the panel and test your connection.
Focus on the cross-border segment
An IEPL route generally uses a dedicated Ethernet line for the cross-border segment, with resources and management that differ from standard public internet routing. Its value lies in how that segment can be managed—not simply in the acronym. Your connection still relies on your local network and ultimately connects to the destination website or platform, so an IEPL route doesn't replace checking the full connection path.
Dedicated line capacity, access nodes, and ongoing maintenance generally involve higher costs. IEPL routes may be worth comparing for extended streaming sessions, long work sessions, or uses sensitive to connection fluctuations. If everyday access is already smooth, there's no need to switch just for the route name. If interruptions recur at certain times, compare an IEPL route in the same region.
Route traffic through an intermediate node
A relay route adds a connection point between you and the destination exit: traffic connects to an entry point first, then continues to the exit. An extra node doesn't necessarily mean a worse experience. If the entry point better suits your local network or the onward route is more efficient, a relay may help avoid detours. But if the intermediate node is under heavy load, that additional segment may affect performance.
Costs typically include entry resources, the connection between nodes, and exit resources. The exact setup varies, so relay routes can't be categorically described as more expensive than direct routes or cheaper than dedicated lines. Relays can be considered for browsing, tools, and streaming. Focus on whether the route works for your tasks at the times you use it, rather than judging by the word “relay.”
Avoid an extra service-managed relay
A direct route generally means the client connects to the destination exit without an additional service-managed relay entry point. “Direct” describes the service setup; it doesn't mean data travels over just one physical network segment. Carriers still route traffic between their networks, and public internet routing and inter-network connections can affect the final result.
Direct routes have a relatively simple resource setup and generally avoid some of the costs of maintaining a dedicated relay entry point. However, exit location, resource quality, and maintenance can still vary. A direct route can serve as a baseline for everyday browsing and may suit apps whose traffic aligns well with your local routing. If it consistently gets the job done, keep it as a regular option. If performance fluctuates, compare relay or IEPL routes instead of repeatedly reinstalling your client.
These are general descriptions of route types, not promises of dedicated resources, fixed routing, or consistent performance for any particular route. Route labels and quantum encryption describe different things and are not interchangeable.
Narrow Down by Use Case
Start with routes that meet the destination region requirements, then compare how they perform over time. Using the same app, similar conditions, and real tasks as your reference is more useful than constantly switching regions.
Everyday Browsing
For browsing, start with a region you use often and check that text, images, and sign-in pages all load correctly. Opening a homepage doesn't mean its image services, sign-in services, and external resources are all working. Keep your browser and proxy mode unchanged, then visit the sites you normally use. This helps avoid mistaking cached content for an improvement in the route.
If text loads but other resources don't, first check whether your per-app proxy settings include the browser you're using. Then compare other route types in the same region. If everyday access is stable, keep your usual route; there's no need to switch frequently just because more regions are available.
Streaming
First check which region's catalog has the content you want, then choose an exit in that region. Netflix, Disney+, and YouTube labels are just search clues; account details, licensing, and platform rules can still affect what's available. After switching regions, reopen the app or page and check the catalog and playback. Don't rely only on the connection status indicator.
Compare streaming during the times you actually watch. Check continuous playback, recovery after seeking, and whether subtitles or audio tracks switch smoothly. If the region is right but playback remains unreliable, compare IEPL and relay routes in that region to address the connection path before adjusting video quality. A route can't replace a streaming platform account or subscription.
AI Tools
Before comparing route types for AI tools, check the service's regional availability and account requirements. A page may load even when sign-in or conversations fail for reasons elsewhere in the process. Check each step—page load, account sign-in, task submission, and receiving results—and note whether the browser and desktop app use the same proxy route.
Once you find a suitable region, keep the exit consistent to avoid confusing route changes with account verification issues. For longer tasks, check that the connection stays active; a fast-loading landing page alone doesn't show whether a route is suitable. LQVPN provides cross-border access routes, while account eligibility, service regions, and content rules are set by the relevant platform.
Gaming
For gaming, check the region of the actual game server, not the region shown in your account's store. Launchers, account sign-in, and in-game connections may use different services, so a launcher that opens successfully doesn't tell you how the game itself will perform. Check sign-in and updates first, then test the connection in the game.
When comparing routes, keep the game region and local network unchanged so you don't alter several variables at once. General cross-border routes aren't tailored solutions for specific games, and this page makes no promises about gaming performance. Before an important match, check compatibility in a low-stakes setting and follow the game's regional and network-use rules.
Remote Work
Work connections need to account for both the business region and your organization's security requirements. Team documents, meetings, file uploads, and internal systems may use different access points. A document page loading doesn't prove the full workflow is ready. Follow your organization's access guidelines, then test sign-in, collaborative editing, meeting audio and video, and uploads with everyday tasks.
For systems with defined access regions or exit rules, first check whether your organization allows the routes in question. Once an important meeting or file transfer begins, try to keep your network and exit unchanged. Unlimited devices make it easier to work across computers and mobile devices, but proxy modes and app settings still need to be checked on each device.
Check the App After Connecting
Connection vs. App Traffic
A connected status in the client confirms that a connection has been established; it doesn't mean every app is using that route. First check the selected region and proxy mode, then perform a real task in the app you need. If only your browser is configured to use the proxy, other apps may still connect as before. With per-app proxy rules, check that the target app is included.
Keep Conditions Comparable
If something goes wrong, note the current route, app, and step where the problem occurred before trying another route in the same region. Changing the region, network, account, and client settings all at once makes it hard to identify the cause, even if things start working again. Clearly reproducible issues are easier to diagnose and share with support.
An unstable local Wi-Fi connection, other devices using the network, app cache, or an outage on the destination platform can all cause pages to stall. Check whether regular websites work first, then check the target app, and finally compare routes. Not every issue points to a particular country or route type, and there's no need to delete existing settings as a first step.
For step-by-step help, see the Getting Started Guide. To learn how to evaluate routes and service protections when choosing a plan, read the Plan Selection Guide. If the issue persists, open a support ticket in the panel with the target app, selected route, step where the issue occurs, and any error message. Before sharing a screenshot, hide account credentials and personal information.
Data Usage & Account Details
Route selection and billing are separate considerations. First make sure your usual apps work, then choose a data plan based on whether you use them regularly or occasionally. LQVPN monthly plans are ¥9.9/month for 60GB, ¥18/month for 250GB, and ¥28/month for 500GB. Data resets monthly on the activation date. Mid-cycle upgrades are prorated based on the remaining days.
Data add-ons cost ¥158 for 300GB, ¥358 for 1000GB, and ¥658 for 3000GB. They don't expire and remain available until used. Streaming video, syncing files, and using multiple devices all consume data. Choose a billing option based on your actual usage, not just the route region. See plan pricing for full details.
Unlimited simultaneous devices, with support for Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Sign in to get your subscription. On platforms other than iOS, sign in through the client to download it; the iOS option depends on the active plan shown in the panel. Device limits and data allowances are separate, so keep your plan's data allocation in mind when using multiple devices.
LQVPN accepts Alipay / WeChat / USDT and offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. Create an account with a username and password; no email address is required. For connection, billing, or refund questions, contact support through the panel. The route table is a selection guide and doesn't replace plan, order, or service details in your account.