Complete VPN Setup Guide

The service provides routes; the client uses them

VPNYG is a subscription service for cross-border network access. Your account manages orders, data, and subscriptions. The client runs on your device and routes selected network requests through the route you choose. Visiting the service website does not mean you’re connected, and completing a payment does not change your device’s network path. The full process is to choose a plan, complete an order, get your subscription, import it into a client, then connect and verify. Keeping these steps distinct makes it easier to tell whether an issue is with your account, configuration, or local network.

Think of a subscription as the link a client uses to retrieve its configuration. It usually contains route details and related client settings; the available options and compatibility depend on what the dashboard provides. A subscription is neither your account password nor a software installer. Installing a client puts the tool on your device; importing a subscription tells it which routes to use. Don’t treat a successful website login, a running client, and access to a target website as the same check. Each confirms a different part of the setup.

Know what to check in your account

Check your plan benefits, data usage, and order status in your account. Your plan determines your data allowance and billing method; an order records whether a payment went through; your subscription provides the current configuration to the client. If you’ve paid but can’t connect, first check that the order and account benefits match, then see whether the client has updated its configuration. Conversely, seeing route names in the client doesn’t prove your account benefits are active. Old configurations can remain on your device; whether they work depends on your account status and current network conditions.

VPNYG supports Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux, with no device limit. Device count and data allowance are separate: there’s no cap on the number of devices, but data is still determined by your selected plan. If computers, tablets, and other devices share an account, don’t assume each one gets its own full allowance. Client usage stats may only reflect that device. For total account usage, check the dashboard rather than adding up figures from different devices and treating them as the final bill.

Separate route coverage from the target service’s requirements

Coverage includes 120+ countries and 220+ routes. That means you have a directory of routes to choose from, not a guarantee that every route will meet every website’s requirements. A platform may also check your account region, payment details, exit type, or its own service policies. A route establishing a connection only confirms that part of the network path is working; an app denying access doesn’t by itself mean the whole route is down. When choosing a route, first identify the service you need, then test a small number of options. That’s more useful than repeatedly changing your entire configuration.

“Anonymous, no logs” describes the service’s privacy policy; it doesn’t guarantee that websites won’t recognize your login. A site you’re signed in to can still identify you through your account, browser session, and authorization details. You’re still responsible for password management, device updates, and keeping your subscription secure. Get the client only from the dashboard, and grant system permissions only when needed for the connection. Understanding these limits helps you compare plans and settings without assuming they include promises unrelated to data billing.

Monthly subscriptions and data packs suit different usage patterns

A monthly subscription suits regular use and people who want to review their usage each month. VPNYG monthly plans are ¥9.9/month for 60GB, ¥18/month for 250GB, and ¥28/month for 500GB. Data resets monthly on the activation date, not at the start of each calendar month. Don’t assume your allowance has reset just because the month has changed. Before purchasing, check the billing details shown in the dashboard. After activation, note the reset schedule displayed in your account and use it when reviewing your data usage.

Data packs cost ¥158 for 300GB, ¥358 for 1000GB, and ¥658 for 3000GB. They last until used and never expire. They’re a better fit for intermittent use or if you want to keep unused data for later. “Never expires” describes the pack’s validity; it doesn’t turn a finite allowance into unlimited data. Don’t compare a monthly subscription and a data pack by price alone. First decide whether you want a recurring monthly allowance or data you can use over time.

Choose based on your actual usage, not the number of devices

When working out how you use the service, consider web browsing, file transfers, online meetings, and video streaming separately. Text-based browsing and continuous transfers use data differently. Even on the same device, usage can vary significantly with video quality, background sync, and time spent online. Don’t rely on unverified claims about a fixed amount of data used per day. A better approach is to compare device stats with your account records, track your usual tasks, and then decide whether you need a larger monthly allowance or a data pack you can keep using over time.

For shared household use, first agree on which background tasks should use cross-border routes. Cloud sync, system updates, and large downloads can continue even when no browser is open. No device limit makes it easier to connect more devices, but it doesn’t give each device a separate allowance. Set up the devices you use most, then check their background apps one by one. That can help you avoid mistaking a sudden increase in data use for a route issue. For more on shared use, see VPNs on multiple devices and for household use.

Check upgrade, refund, and plan-combination rules separately

For a mid-cycle upgrade, the price difference is converted into remaining days. Don’t assume it’s calculated from your remaining data or that an upgrade includes a new full billing period. Before proceeding, check the change details shown in the dashboard, including the target plan, amount due, and account dates. If you’re considering using a monthly subscription and a data pack together, check the dashboard for details such as data deduction order and how the plans combine; this page doesn’t specify them. Don’t infer that data can be stacked, carried over, or automatically shared between plans based on their names.

VPNYG offers no-questions-asked refunds within 14 days and accepts Alipay, WeChat Pay, and USDT. Refunds and plan data rules are separate; the refund policy doesn’t mean you have unlimited data to test with, and an available payment method doesn’t mean an order has been paid. Check the full details on the Plans page before purchasing, and see the Terms of Service for refund terms. If you’re unsure about billing, confirm through a dashboard support ticket before placing an order rather than trying to interpret the bill afterward.

Plan how you’ll store your credentials before creating an account

VPNYG doesn’t require an email address. Create an account with a username and password. Open the account setup page and complete the fields as prompted. Choose a username that’s easy to store and enter accurately. Don’t reuse a password from another website or write it in a public note or shared screenshot. Before submitting, make sure your password manager saves the credentials under the correct site, so you don’t confuse them with a similarly named website. Then use a trusted link to return to the login page.

Not requiring an email address means fewer details to enter, but you shouldn’t assume that every account recovery process can be handled by email. Once your account is created, keep your username, password, and records that can verify order ownership safe. Don’t create several similar accounts just for testing; you could end up paying from a different account, leaving you with an order but no benefits on the account you’re using. Before choosing a plan, confirm that the dashboard shows the account you intend to keep using.

Check the order details when choosing a plan, not just the button

Open the plans in the dashboard and choose a monthly subscription or data pack based on the previous section. On the confirmation page, check the plan name, data allowance, billing method, and amount due. Monthly subscriptions reset monthly; data packs never expire. Don’t confuse the two. If the order name doesn’t match what you expected, go back and change it. Don’t assume you can change the billing type later through the client: a client can change how you connect, but it can’t turn one order into a different plan.

Payment methods include Alipay, WeChat Pay, and USDT. Follow the steps shown on the order page, and verify the recipient details, amount, and any instructions before confirming. For transfers, don’t rely on an old screenshot or details from another order. Don’t send money to an unknown address received in a chat, and never share your account password with someone who offers to handle the payment for you. Start orders through your own dashboard, then check the result from the same account.

After paying, return to the dashboard to confirm your benefits

A payment page only reports one step in the payment process. Return to the dashboard to check the order status and confirm your account benefits have been updated. If the page stops responding, your network changes, or you close the browser, don’t pay again straight away. Sign back in to the original account and check the existing order to see if it’s still processing or has completed. Then follow the options shown on the page. Creating multiple orders can make it harder to check what happened; keeping the original order details is more useful than repeatedly trying again.

If the order status doesn’t match your payment record, gather the order ID, payment method, what happened, and any relevant proof of payment. Contact support through a dashboard ticket. Explain which order shows which status rather than just saying “it doesn’t work.” Redact personal details from screenshots if they aren’t needed to verify the payment. Don’t include passwords, subscription links, or full payment authorization details. There’s no need to post order screenshots publicly; keep anything that proves ownership in the designated support channel.

Keep your account details clear when troubleshooting

If no plan appears after you log in, first check whether your browser filled in a different username, then confirm the payment belongs to the account you’re using. If you can’t log in, check your keyboard layout, capitalization, leading or trailing spaces, and password manager entry. Don’t mistake an account login problem for a route connection issue. Switching routes usually won’t fix incorrect credentials. If you still can’t access the account, note the exact message and where it appeared. When contacting support, say whether the issue occurred during login, checkout, or benefit verification.

Move on to getting your subscription only after the account shows the correct plan and the order matches the payment. Note the plan type and reset details so you can refer to them later. Refund requests should also be handled using the relevant account and order; see the Terms of Service for the full conditions. You don’t need to uninstall the client to request a refund. By the end of this section, you should have an account you can log into, a clear order record, and plan benefits you can verify—not just a payment screenshot.

Get the subscription from your own dashboard

After logging in, find the subscription or account overview section in the dashboard. Confirm your benefits are active, then choose an import option provided there. Get both the client and subscription through your account dashboard. Don’t search for installers in search results or use configuration files supplied by strangers. A subscription link may contain account authorization details, so treat it as a credential to protect—not a regular URL to share. If exposed, it could let others use or access the associated configuration.

One-click import usually opens a client already installed on your device and asks whether to accept the configuration. First make sure the correct client has opened, then check the configuration name in the import prompt. If your browser says there’s no app that can handle the link, the device hasn’t associated it with a client; that doesn’t mean the subscription is invalid. Install and open the client, then try again. If it still won’t open, use a manual method provided by the dashboard instead of clicking repeatedly and creating duplicate configurations.

When adding manually, make sure you use the right field

In the client, look for a page for subscriptions, configurations, or remote profiles, then choose the option to add one by link. Paste the complete address copied from the dashboard. You can use a recognizable local name as a label. Don’t enter the dashboard homepage, an order page, or your account password in the address field. And don’t paste the link into a form meant for a single proxy server address. Client menus vary; the important thing is to add a remote configuration that can be updated, not to manually create a temporary server entry.

The address below only illustrates what a subscription link looks like. It won’t connect to VPNYG or replace the real link in your dashboard. You don’t need to edit query parameters or remove characters that look unnecessary at the end. If spaces, line breaks, or quotation marks are included when you copy it, the client may try to use the wrong address. Copy it from the dashboard again rather than guessing which characters to remove. If you need to convert a format, use an option already provided in the dashboard whenever possible.

https://example.com/sub?token=YOUR_TOKEN

After adding the subscription, select it and check its contents

After adding it, check that the corresponding entry appears in the configuration list and that the update has completed. If the client lets you save multiple configurations, make sure you select the one you intend to use. Seeing a name alone doesn’t prove that routes have loaded; check for selectable routes or policy groups. If the imported configuration is empty, the format is unsupported, or the update fails, troubleshoot the configuration first. Don’t rush to change system DNS, remove network adapters, or reinstall the operating system.

If an update fails, first confirm that this device can reach the dashboard. Then check that the subscription link was copied in full, your account benefits are active, and the client supports the import format. If an old proxy is preventing updates, temporarily disable it and try again on your regular network. Don’t submit a real subscription link to a public online conversion service; that exposes the credentials to more people. If you need help, share the error text and format, but redact the actual authorization details.

Updating, importing again, and resetting are different actions

Updating fetches new content through an existing configuration entry. Importing again may create a new local entry, while resetting a subscription may invalidate old authorization; follow the dashboard’s instructions. If the route list changes, try updating the existing configuration first and make sure you’re still using it. Don’t add a new configuration every time and end up with a list of near-identical names. If you need to replace one, confirm the new entry works before removing the old one, so you still have a reference to settings that worked.

If you suspect your subscription link has been exposed, check the dashboard for an option to reset or replace it. Follow the prompts, then update it on all your devices—not just one. Protecting a subscription and protecting an account password are separate tasks; don’t assume changing one automatically invalidates the other. By the end of this section, your client should have a configuration obtained from your own dashboard, be able to load its routes, and you should know where to update it. The next section covers installation permissions and connection steps on each platform.

Start in the client downloads section of the dashboard. Once logged in, you can get clients for Windows, macOS, Android, and Linux without purchasing a plan; installation access and subscription benefits are separate. Check the dashboard for iOS download eligibility. The instructions below are organized by task rather than exact button names. If a client’s interface changes, look for the option that serves the same purpose instead of relying on an old screenshot.

Windows: Configure the client, use the system proxy, and restore your settings

Choose an installer that matches your device, install it, and open the VPNYG client. If Windows warns about the file source or permissions, first verify that the installer came from the current dashboard. Respond to the prompt based on what you need; don’t disable system-wide protection just to dismiss a warning. Open configuration management, import using the dashboard’s one-click option or add the subscription link, then wait for the update to finish and check that routes appear. Select the configuration and route you want to use, then enable the connection or system proxy.

The system proxy usually affects apps that follow that setting; don’t assume every program will use the same route automatically. If a browser works but a desktop app doesn’t, first check whether the app has its own proxy settings. When you’re done, disable the connection or system proxy in the client before exiting normally. If webpages stop loading after you exit, check whether the system proxy is still pointing to a local service that has stopped. Restore normal network access before reopening the client, so a leftover proxy setting isn’t mistaken for a local network outage.

macOS: Grant system permissions and select your configuration

Get the client from the dashboard, install it as prompted, and open it. If macOS asks you to allow a network extension or add a connection configuration, verify the app name and source, then respond to the prompt in System Settings. Menu locations can vary by system version; don’t approve unrelated components based on an old guide. After importing the subscription, select the configuration, check the available routes, and connect. Installing the app in Applications without completing required permissions can leave the interface working while the network path remains unchanged.

If turning on the connection has no effect, check for unresolved system prompts and see whether other proxy tools are running at the same time. Don’t run the same configuration in multiple apps. For a detailed walkthrough, see Mac VPN Setup for Beginners. Before uninstalling or migrating, disconnect first. After reinstalling, check permissions and the selected configuration again; old system records aren’t necessarily valid for the new installation.

iOS: Check download eligibility, then allow the connection

Open the downloads section in the dashboard and follow the iOS instructions. Accounts with a purchased plan that hasn’t expired can continue using the link provided in the dashboard; follow the on-screen guidance for other account statuses. Don’t substitute an app store link shared by a third party. Once installed, return to the dashboard to import your subscription and make sure the correct client opens. If iOS asks to add a VPN configuration, read the prompt and grant permission, then select a route in the client and connect. Opening the app doesn’t mean the VPN configuration is set up.

For the first test, keep the client in the foreground. Check its connection status before opening the target app. If a browser works but the target app still seems to be using an old state, fully close and reopen it. Don’t switch regions repeatedly and draw a conclusion straight away. Then check whether the connection behaves as expected when you lock the screen or switch apps. If another network tool takes over the connection, decide which one to keep and avoid letting multiple tools manage system settings at once.

Android: Allow the connection and check background restrictions

Get a compatible client from the dashboard, install and open it, then import your subscription. If Android asks to confirm the VPN connection, check the app’s identity before granting permission. Once the configuration has updated, select a route and connect. If the client says the configuration format isn’t supported, return to the dashboard to check the import method instead of editing configuration fields yourself. After connecting, test a browser and then your usual apps to distinguish a general connection issue from an app that isn’t using the expected route.

If the connection works in the foreground but drops in the background, check background activity and battery settings. Allow the client to keep running if needed; you don’t have to turn off every power-saving feature. If another app on the device is already using the VPN connection, disable it before testing. If a network change causes problems, first restore a working basic connection, then connect again. Repeatedly trying to update your subscription while offline will usually just produce the same error.

Linux: Check the runtime environment and proxy scope

Sign in to the dashboard and get a client that matches your device environment. Read the included instructions and confirm the installation method and required permissions. Don’t paste commands written for another distribution into your terminal, and don’t use administrator privileges as a substitute for checking compatibility. Import and select the configuration, then test it in a desktop browser before configuring terminal commands or background tasks. The desktop system proxy, terminal environment variables, and app-specific network settings may be independent; success in one doesn’t mean every process is connected.

If a terminal app still can’t connect, check whether it reads the system proxy, needs its own settings, and what local connection details the client actually provides. Don’t guess the listening port or protocol, and don’t expose a local proxy to your network just to test it. Note the original settings before making changes and restore them when you’re done. A platform setup is complete when the subscription has loaded, the right configuration is selected, required permissions are granted, and you’ve verified the connection with an actual task.

Start with your basic network instead of guessing that the route is at fault

Before testing, pause other network tools so the current setup is easy to understand. Disconnect the VPN and check that your local network can handle everyday access. If a browser login is required, complete it first. If the basic network is down, subscription updates and route connections may fail too. Changing plans, clients, or subscriptions won’t address the cause. First restore normal communication between your device and the network, then enable the configuration and connection in the VPNYG client step by step.

Next, check that the client has selected the configuration you just updated and that the route you need is in the active policy group. Some interfaces show a configuration name, group name, and route name together; these are different things. Changing a group doesn’t guarantee that your request will use it. Start with the default rules in the client and check which route handles the request before making adjustments. Don’t change rules, DNS, and connection mode all at once when you’re not connected yet.

Distinguish a working connection from a working service

A “connected” status means the client has reached a stage in the connection process; you still need to open the target website or app to verify access. First check that a regular webpage loads, then test the service you actually want to use. For streaming, play something rather than just checking the homepage. For AI tools, try a normal interaction rather than stopping at the login page. The target service’s account permissions, regional policies, and own outages can also affect results. Not every access denial means the route lacks bandwidth.

To check whether your exit location has changed, use session or security details provided by the target service, or a trusted IP lookup tool. Don’t assume the region shown on a lookup page will match every platform’s records; platforms may use different location databases. Browser caches and existing app sessions may also preserve earlier state. After switching routes, reopen the target app and check again. Record which configuration and network you used and what the target returned, rather than just writing a vague note about speed.

Compare routes using a repeatable method

When comparing routes, use the same device, local network, and task. Don’t change the region, connection mode, and target app at the same time, or you won’t know which change made a difference. See the Routes page for route details and types; the dashboard shows which entries are currently available to your account. Labels such as IEPL, relay, and direct describe how routes are organized. They don’t guarantee identical performance across all networks and at all times.

If performance fluctuates during peak evening hours, first check for local downloads, shared household usage, or changes in your Wi-Fi signal, then compare other available routes. A shorter distance doesn’t necessarily mean better performance for a particular service; the international link and the service’s own entry point also matter. It’s more practical to keep a route that handles your everyday tasks than to chase a single test result. If several routes fail in the same way, check what they have in common, such as account benefits, the basic network, client configuration, or the target platform’s status.

Share only the information needed to get help

If you’re still stuck, note your device platform, whether the problem occurred during import or connection, the selected region, the error message, and the troubleshooting steps you’ve tried. Logs may contain visited domains, device details, or authorization information; check and redact them before sharing. Don’t publish your full subscription to prove there’s a problem or upload your configuration to an unfamiliar tool. Describe the steps needed to reproduce the issue in a dashboard support ticket. That helps support follow the same path instead of asking you to repeat everything from the start.

Check total usage against your account records

When checking usage, first confirm whether you have a monthly subscription or a data pack. Monthly subscription data resets every month on the activation date; data packs last until used and never expire. Don’t apply the same timeline expectations to both. Client stats usually cover one device or a period of activity, while the dashboard shows account benefits. If the figures don’t match, compare their reporting periods and scope before assuming you’ve been charged extra or lost data.

With no device limit, it’s especially important to keep an eye on your other devices. A transfer left running before a computer goes to sleep, autoplay on a tablet, or background cloud sync can all use data. Check recent activity on each device before deciding that usage is unfamiliar. For a shared household account, let others know before starting a large transfer and keep tasks that don’t need a cross-border route on an appropriate local connection. The goal is to understand where your data goes, not to assign a fixed allowance to each device.

Check resets, continued use, and upgrades separately

A monthly data reset doesn’t mean your plan renews automatically, and unused data doesn’t necessarily carry over. Check the benefits and expiry details in the dashboard to confirm what happens next. Don’t assume your account is active just because the client still shows route names. Before continuing, check your current plan and available orders in the dashboard, and confirm the billing method hasn’t changed. If you only need more data temporarily, compare the upgrade details with the data pack rules. Don’t buy both and work out how they combine yourself without confirming the data deduction order.

For a mid-cycle upgrade, the price difference is converted into remaining days, so check the change details in the dashboard before proceeding. Don’t assign your own value to remaining data or infer an unlisted renewal discount from the order price. After upgrading, return to your account to confirm the new benefits, then update the client configuration if needed. For help choosing between intermittent and regular use, see Data packs vs. monthly plans. The key factor is your usage pattern, not an unverified savings percentage.

Keep a way to restore your setup when updating software

Get client updates from the dashboard’s download section and read the current installation instructions and system prompts. Before updating, confirm you can log in to your account and note the configuration name, mode, and route you’re using. Don’t back up your subscription link in a public document for convenience; you can retrieve it from the dashboard if you need to import it again. If you’re in the middle of an important task, save your work, disconnect, and then update. That way, a planned interruption during installation won’t look like a service failure.

Subscription updates and client updates are different. If the route list changes, first check whether the subscription needs refreshing; reinstalling the client may not be necessary. Consider a software issue if the client won’t start properly or no longer supports the current configuration. After updating, verify system permissions, the selected configuration, and the connection. If something goes wrong, restore known settings and note what changed rather than deleting all local data immediately. A clear change log helps pinpoint when the issue started.

Device changes, stopping use, and protecting credentials

When moving to a new device, sign in to the dashboard, get the client, import your subscription, and verify the connection. If you’re handing the old device to someone else, disconnect, remove the local configuration, sign out, and clear saved credentials as appropriate for the device. Uninstalling the app doesn’t necessarily sign you out of a browser session. If a device is lost or you suspect someone has accessed your credentials, check whether both your account password and subscription authorization need attention; don’t overlook either one.

When pausing use, disable the connection or system proxy in the client, exit the app, and confirm the basic network works again. Any remaining data pack allowance stays valid under the never-expires rule, but that doesn’t replace securely storing your account credentials. For a refund or billing question, follow the applicable 14-day no-questions-asked refund terms and dashboard process. Don’t try to resolve it by creating repeated orders, deleting the client, or posting order details publicly. Good maintenance means you can always explain your account status, where your configuration came from, and which network path is active.

Rule mode and global mode solve different problems

If the client offers rule mode, it generally uses the configuration to send different requests along different routes. Global mode applies one selection to requests within its scope. The actual scope depends on the client, system proxy, and other settings; the word “global” alone doesn’t mean every connection on your device will use the same exit. Start with the default settings in the configuration provided by the dashboard. If you know a particular app isn’t using the expected route, then check which rules apply to it.

Temporarily switching to global mode can help you tell whether a rule-matching issue is involved, but it isn’t a universal long-term fix. Downloads, sync tasks, and local services that don’t need a cross-border route may also change paths, use more data, or behave differently. Note the original mode before changing it, restore it after testing, and then decide whether a specific rule needs adjusting. Don’t overwrite your configuration with a full rules file from an unknown source, especially if it contains unfamiliar remote resources or authorization fields.

Adjust DNS and tunnel routing based on what you observe

DNS resolves domain names to network addresses; the proxy connection determines how requests then reach their destination. DNS and connection problems can look similar, so check whether the client already has relevant settings before replacing DNS servers based on something you found online. A browser may also have its own DNS settings, making it behave differently from the system. If only one domain is affected, note the error, restart the app, and check its rules before investigating DNS in more depth.

If the client offers tunnel routing, it may cover more apps and require extra system permissions. Enable it only if your task calls for it; it isn’t a required step before connecting. Remote work, local network devices, and corporate networks may rely on specific paths, so check those features after changing settings. If something conflicts, disable the new feature to restore your baseline, then investigate one change at a time. More traffic interception doesn’t automatically mean more security or less data usage.

Check how developer tools handle proxies independently

Terminals, development environments, containers, and background processes may not use the desktop system proxy. If web chat works but an API call fails, first check the network settings used by the process making the request. If the tool supports proxy options, consult its documentation and confirm the local address, protocol, and listening details in the client. Don’t guess the port or put a subscription link in an HTTP proxy field. The subscription retrieves a configuration; some apps connect to the client through a local proxy endpoint.

In development workflows, distinguish network errors from authentication failures, usage limits, and rejections from the target API. Changing routes won’t fix incorrect credentials or grant access to a service. When comparing results, keep the request conditions the same; don’t change parameters while switching exits. For guidance on exit consistency, timeouts, and API calls, see Choosing a route for AI APIs. Always remove real secrets from logs and code examples; never commit them to a public repository.

Limits of shared networks and target service policies

No device limit doesn’t mean you should open a local proxy to your entire network. Before enabling LAN access, consider whether the devices trust one another, whether authentication is needed, and whose account data others would use. If there’s no real need, keeping the default listening scope is easier to maintain. For household use, having each person install a client and import a configuration they’re authorized to use is often easier to troubleshoot than temporarily sharing an open proxy. Any sharing also affects who can access subscription details and account credentials.

When streaming or using AI services, follow each platform’s account, regional, and content policies. VPNYG provides route choices but doesn’t replace platform permissions or guarantee that any route will unblock a particular service. See the guides for watching Netflix and using ChatGPT. If a change doesn’t explain the result, return to the basic checks in this guide: account benefits, configuration updates, system routing, and the target request. The more complex your settings are, the more important it is to keep a default setup you can restore.