International Routes · Regions and Types

Global Servers and Routes

Choose an exit region first, then consider the route type. VPNDisc covers 90+ countries and 150+ routes. Distance, the destination service’s regional requirements and your local network all affect your experience.

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Region index

Browse routes by region

These regional and route-type examples illustrate how entries are named; they are not a complete inventory or a real-time availability listing. Check the user dashboard and client list after signing in for actual options, exit regions and route names.

Example international routes; check streaming support on the platform itself
Country / Region	City	Route type	Streaming support
Asia-Pacific
Japan	Tokyo	IEPL dedicated line	Check on the platform itself
Japan	Osaka	Relay	Check on the platform itself
Singapore	Singapore	Relay	Check on the platform itself
Hong Kong, China	Hong Kong	IEPL dedicated line	Check on the platform itself
South Korea	Seoul	Direct	Check on the platform itself
Australia	Sydney	Relay	Check on the platform itself
New Zealand	Auckland	Direct	Check on the platform itself
Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur	Relay	Check on the platform itself
North America
United States	Los Angeles	Direct	Check on the platform itself
United States	Seattle	Relay	Check on the platform itself
United States	New York	Relay	Check on the platform itself
Canada	Toronto	Direct	Check on the platform itself
Europe
United Kingdom	London	Relay	Check on the platform itself
Germany	Frankfurt	Relay	Check on the platform itself
France	Paris	Direct	Check on the platform itself
Italy	Milan	Relay	Check on the platform itself
Netherlands	Amsterdam	Direct	Check on the platform itself
Other regions
United Arab Emirates	Dubai	Relay	Check on the platform itself
South Africa	Johannesburg	Direct	Check on the platform itself
Brazil	São Paulo	Relay	Check on the platform itself

This page covers static route-selection information only. To determine whether a route works for your network, check whether you can access the target site, play content or complete your workflow—not just the route name.

How routes work

Dedicated, relay and direct routes

Route types describe how data travels, not how well a connection performs. Performance can vary by access network, exit region and time of use, even for the same route type. Understanding the path and testing your actual use case is more useful than chasing a particular label.

IEPL

IEPL dedicated line

How dedicated routes handle cross-border traffic

IEPL usually refers to an international Ethernet private line. Unlike routes that rely entirely on public internet routing, this type of link uses dedicated transport resources for cross-border data transfer. Operators can configure the access leg, cross-border segment and exit. The dedicated-line label in a client describes how the route is organized; it does not mean the entire path from your device to the destination website uses a private line.

Dedicated routes may suit tasks where consistency matters, such as long web sessions, remote collaboration and repeated access to services in the same region. Dedicated link resources typically cost more to build and maintain, but higher cost does not mean faster performance in every situation. Your local Wi-Fi, carrier connection and the destination website can all affect results. Test the sites and apps you use when choosing a route.

RELAY

Relay routes

How access and forwarding work

A relay route sends the connection to a forwarding node first, then onward to the destination exit. This separates local access from the international exit and offers an alternative when public internet routing is suboptimal. An extra forwarding step does not necessarily mean a worse experience; detours and access quality often matter more than the number of steps.

Relay routes can be an option for everyday browsing, cross-region content and general office work. Their costs typically reflect a combination of access, forwarding and exit resources, so the word “relay” alone does not indicate a price tier. For a fair comparison, keep the destination region and app the same while switching routes. Avoid changing the exit, client mode and local network at the same time, or you won’t know what affected the result.

DIRECT

Direct routes

How public internet routing affects performance

A direct route generally means the client connects to the destination node over the public internet without an additional relay configured by the service. “Direct” does not mean a straight-line geographic path or a connection that avoids carrier routers. It describes the service’s access method; the actual data path still depends on your local carrier, interconnection between networks and the destination exit.

When the public internet path from your local network to the destination region is smooth, a direct route can be a simple, practical choice and a useful point of comparison with relay routes. Its resource setup is generally more straightforward, but that does not mean your plan will necessarily cost less or the connection will always be smoother. If the same route performs differently on your home network and another network, check the access conditions before switching to a relay or dedicated route.

Choose by use case

Choose a route for your needs

No exit works best for every task. First check that the region meets the service’s requirements, then see whether the connection stays reliable during use, and keep the routes that work for you. Distance is a starting point, not a substitute for testing access.

Everyday browsing

When browsing international websites, start with a nearby region and check whether pages, images and sign-in work as expected. Opening the homepage alone is not enough to assess the whole site: article pages, search results and downloads may use different domains or content delivery routes.

If only one site is having trouble while others work, first check whether it is under maintenance or whether your browser has stale cached data. Don’t route all your traffic through a distant region because a single page failed. For troubleshooting, see the troubleshooting guide and work through the symptoms one by one.

Streaming

For streaming, check the content’s region first, then see whether playback stays smooth. Platforms may use account details, content licensing and exit location to determine available titles and playback eligibility. A route in a particular country does not guarantee access to every title there. Where permitted by the platform’s terms, test the specific title rather than relying on whether the homepage loads.

If playback starts normally but buffers repeatedly, compare other route types while keeping the same exit region, and check your local Wi-Fi and background downloads. Changes in video quality may also come from the player adjusting automatically, so don’t assume the route is always the cause. See streaming support for more guidance.

Accessing AI tools

Before using ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Midjourney, check the service’s currently supported regions and account requirements. A network connection only affects the access path; it does not change the platform’s account review, plan permissions or regional policies. Being able to open the sign-in page does not guarantee you can start a conversation, upload a file or use a specific feature.

Once you’ve confirmed the region is suitable, try to keep the exit consistent during a session rather than switching countries while using the site. When troubleshooting, check sign-in, request submission and response delivery separately. If the website works but the app does not, check whether the app is using the proxy as expected. For details, see the AI tools access guide.

Gaming

Gaming depends more on connection stability and sustained communication; a smooth download does not guarantee a smooth match. Check the game server region and the game’s rules for proxy connections. Don’t choose an exit solely because it is geographically closest to you: the path from the exit to the game server also matters.

The client’s proxy mode can also determine whether game traffic uses the selected route. If websites work but the game won’t connect, first check whether the app’s traffic is being routed correctly. This service provides international route subscriptions; general connectivity is not a promise of game-specific optimization. Check compatibility with the game you play.

Remote work

For work, prioritize session continuity and your organization’s access policies. Company systems may trigger verification based on sign-in region, device status or changes in exit location. Choose an exit before starting a meeting, uploading files or working remotely, and avoid switching routes mid-task. Follow your organization’s requirements for dedicated business connections.

VPNDisc supports unlimited devices, but check each device’s local network, sleep settings and client status separately. When transferring files and joining a video call at the same time, also consider whether your local network is under heavy load. If you contact support, include where the issue occurred and what you’ve already tried; this is more useful than simply saying “the route doesn’t work.”

Connection checks

A step-by-step connection check

Check network issues, region detection and account restrictions separately to determine whether to switch routes, adjust the client or review the destination platform’s requirements. Don’t change every setting at once.

Check your subscription and selected route

Check your subscription status in the user dashboard, then see whether the client has refreshed its route list. A saved older list may show names that don’t reflect the current configuration. To get your subscription or client, use the download section in the user dashboard. For initial setup, follow the getting started guide.
Test a regular website before the target service

First confirm that a general international website loads fully, then try the platform you want to use. If regular websites also fail, check the connection mode and local network first. If only the target platform is restricted, check its supported regions, your account permissions and any on-screen messages. The stated reason is usually more useful than repeatedly switching exits.
Keep the region fixed and compare routes

Once the exit region meets the requirements, compare different routes within that same region first. After each switch, retry the task and see whether the issue recurs. Keep the options that work on your network, and learn how to use alternatives rather than treating a one-time success as a guarantee of future performance.
Contact support with troubleshooting details

If the issue persists, submit a support ticket in the user dashboard with your device platform, client, route name, target app, error message and steps already tried. Before sharing a screenshot, hide passwords, subscription links and sensitive account details. Don’t post subscription information publicly. You can also check the Support Center for common questions.

VPNDisc offers international route subscriptions for Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Choose routes based on the target service’s requirements and your current network experience. For plan details and the 14-day no-questions-asked refund policy, see the pricing page and Terms of Service.