V2Ray ClientsDownload & Setup

A subscription URL retrieves server configurations; a share link usually describes a single connection. Save the URL in v2rayN's subscription group settings, then update the subscription. If your proxy isn't connected yet, try “Update Subscription (without proxy)” first. If the URL is only reachable through a proxy, update through the proxy once you have a working connection. A subscription group is easier to refresh than importing share links one by one, but it won't fix an expired URL. In v2rayNG, open subscription group settings from the sidebar; menu names may vary by version.

Routing determines which outbound connection handles requests that have reached the core. For everyday split routing, start with “Bypass mainland China (Whitelist),” then add rules for specific domains as needed. Xray evaluates rules in order, so put more specific exceptions before broad rules; domain and IP conditions also work differently. Unlike global mode, split routing can keep local network traffic and selected sites on a direct connection, but it depends on correct domains, addresses, and data files. Save and reload the configuration after making changes, then test the target site—don't assume the actual route from the mode name alone.

If a browser can't open websites, first check whether the core is running and whether the browser is using a proxy. v2rayN's “Set system proxy automatically” configures the system proxy; only apps that support this setting will send requests through the client. “Do not change system proxy” keeps the current setting—it doesn't enable a proxy. “Clear system proxy” removes the relevant system setting. System proxy has a more defined scope than TUN, though some apps need separate configuration. When troubleshooting, temporarily disable other proxy tools, then check the local listening port and browser extensions to prevent conflicting settings.

The client interface builds the configuration; the core handles the actual protocol. If you see errors about unknown fields or failed transport configuration, first check whether the selected core supports the protocol instead of repeatedly changing the system proxy mode. v2rayN can configure servers based on their type and the available core. v2rayNG primarily uses Xray, while v2flyNG is intended for V2Fly configurations. Checking that the core matches the configuration is more useful than simply switching clients. For options such as REALITY, also verify each server-side parameter; switching cores won't fill in missing information.

When setting up multiple devices, reuse subscription sources and protocol parameters rather than overwriting the entire client configuration folder. Desktop ports, file paths, and system proxy settings aren't equivalent to mobile VPN permissions and per-app routing. Import the same subscription on the other device and confirm that a server connects, then migrate custom rules one at a time. For native JSON configurations, also check the core and inbound settings. This layered approach makes differences easier to spot than copying the whole folder. Subscription URLs may contain credentials; share them only through trusted channels, and redact sensitive details from screenshots, questions, and exported logs.