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SpaVPN Regional Routes

Check the exit region first, then the route type.
Choose based on where you need to connect—not geographic distance alone.

100+ countries 240+ routes Unlimited devices

The table below is a static route guide, not a live availability list. Check the client after logging in for current locations, route types, and available options.

Browse routes by region

Country and city indicate the exit location; route type describes how the connection is routed. Both affect how services determine your region and your connection experience.

How to read the streaming column: “Depends on platform rules” means availability depends on the platform, account region, content catalog, and current exit location. It does not guarantee access to every title. This page does not list platforms with guaranteed access; check within the app before streaming.

Swipe horizontally to view the table on narrow screens. Regions are grouped for easier browsing, not ranked by performance.

Asia-Pacific · Nearby regions and Oceania exits
Country / RegionCityRoute typeStreaming availability
JapanTokyoIEPLDepends on platform rules
Hong KongHong KongRelayDepends on platform rules
SingaporeSingaporeRelayDepends on platform rules
South KoreaSeoulDirectDepends on platform rules
AustraliaSydneyDirectDepends on platform rules
New ZealandAucklandDirectDepends on platform rules
North America · Choose an exit based on the service region
Country / RegionCityRoute typeStreaming availability
United StatesLos AngelesDirectDepends on platform rules
United StatesSeattleRelayDepends on platform rules
United StatesNew YorkDirectDepends on platform rules
CanadaVancouverDirectDepends on platform rules
CanadaTorontoRelayDepends on platform rules
MexicoMexico CityDirectDepends on platform rules
Europe · Route options by exit city
Country / RegionCityRoute typeStreaming availability
ItalyMilanDirectDepends on platform rules
GermanyFrankfurtRelayDepends on platform rules
United KingdomLondonDirectDepends on platform rules
FranceParisDirectDepends on platform rules
NetherlandsAmsterdamRelayDepends on platform rules
SwedenStockholmDirectDepends on platform rules
Other regions · Regional content and business access
Country / RegionCityRoute typeStreaming availability
BrazilSão PauloDirectDepends on platform rules
ChileSantiagoDirectDepends on platform rules
South AfricaJohannesburgDirectDepends on platform rules
United Arab EmiratesDubaiRelayDepends on platform rules
IndiaMumbaiDirectDepends on platform rules
TürkiyeIstanbulDirectDepends on platform rules
Coverage and current availability: Coverage of 100+ countries and 240+ routes reflects the service’s overall reach. This page shows selected locations and route types for reference. Maintenance, routing changes, and client updates may affect available options. This is not a live connection status page.

Route types and cost trade-offs

Dedicated, relay, and direct describe different network paths, not a fixed ranking from fastest to slowest. The explanations below cover common principles and do not guarantee the performance of any specific route.

IEPL generally refers to an international private link delivered over Ethernet. Compared with routes that rely entirely on public internet routing, a dedicated link emphasizes planned capacity and greater control over specific network segments. Connections from your device to the access point, and from the exit to the destination service, may still use public networks. An IEPL label does not mean every part of the connection uses a private link.

These routes may suit use cases where a consistent connection matters, such as remote collaboration, extended sessions with interactive tools, and workflows that can be disrupted by congestion. Dedicated transport resources and operations typically cost more, but a higher cost does not guarantee faster responses from a destination website. The site’s own processing time, your local Wi-Fi quality, and routing between the exit and the site also affect performance.

First confirm the region where the service you want to use is available, then compare routes under the same conditions. Switching to a dedicated route may not help if your local network is already experiencing significant packet loss. See the plans page for pricing; don’t assume there’s an extra charge based on the route type alone.

A relay route adds a forwarding step between your local network and the final exit. You connect first to an entry point that suits your current network, which then forwards traffic to the destination region. This can change a suboptimal public internet route. The entry and exit regions may differ; websites typically determine your location from the exit address, not the first point your client connects to.

A relay’s value lies in how the route is assembled—not in a rule that one extra step is always slower or more reliable. A well-chosen relay may improve performance when a direct route takes a detour or inter-provider links are congested. A busy entry point or forwarding segment may also add latency. Relays typically use entry, forwarding, and exit resources, so their cost structure differs from a direct route. Don’t compare prices based on node names alone.

For everyday browsing and streaming, a relay route is one option to try. Compare routes using the same page, video, and network conditions; check whether pages load smoothly and playback remains stable. If only one website has issues, check that service’s rules before assuming the entire relay route is at fault.

Direct generally means the client connects to the exit over the public internet, without an additional service-side relay. The setup is relatively simple, but the physical path isn’t necessarily the shortest. Inter-provider routing policies, international transport arrangements, and the destination network can all lead traffic along a route that differs from what you might expect from a map.

Direct routes are a good starting point and may work well when your local provider has strong connections to the destination region. The resource setup is often simpler, but actual costs still depend on the destination, transport resources, and maintenance requirements. That doesn’t mean every direct route is cheaper. Connections to the same city can perform differently across local networks, and results may vary between weekdays and weekends.

If a direct route handles your tasks smoothly, there’s no need to switch frequently just because of its label. If you repeatedly encounter delays during your usual hours, keep the same region and try a relay or dedicated route to help distinguish a location issue from a routing issue. Route types and transport protocols are different concepts. For protocols, see the protocol guide.

Choose a route by use case

Start with the region you need, then see whether the task runs smoothly. Speed tests can help, but they don’t replace real-world use.

Everyday browsing

For news, research, and international websites, start with an exit that meets the site’s regional requirements and is reasonably close. Check that pages load fully, images keep appearing, and your login stays active—not just the route name. A page may request resources from several servers, so one slow image service doesn’t necessarily mean the entire route has a problem.

Keep a regular exit and a backup route. When comparing, try different route types in the same region first to avoid changing both the region and the route at once. If only your browser has issues, check extensions, proxy settings, and cache. If all apps are affected, investigate your local network and client connection.

Streaming

For streaming, start with the platform’s service region, account permissions, and content rights. Being able to open the home page doesn’t mean a particular title will play; playing a short clip doesn’t guarantee a smooth extended session. After connecting, open the content you actually want to watch and check the catalog, audio tracks, and playback before deciding to keep that exit.

Long sessions depend on a sustained connection. If playback buffers, try lowering the video quality, check for downloads or cloud sync running at the same time, then compare backup routes in the same region. Switching regions frequently may trigger additional platform checks. For platform availability and in-app checks, see the streaming access guide. This page does not guarantee access to any particular regional catalog.

AI Tools

Tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini have their own service regions and account requirements. Check the official terms for your chosen tool before selecting an exit. A working network connection does not mean your account is eligible to use the service. A route only affects the connection path; it cannot replace account review, product permissions, or the provider’s region checks.

Interactive tools often rely on a sustained connection to return results. Check that responses are complete, uploads finish, and sessions don’t repeatedly reconnect. Once you find a suitable exit, keep using it rather than changing regions before each session. If you see an account notice, follow its instructions before trying another route. See AI tool access for more use cases.

Gaming

Games can be sensitive to jitter, packet loss, and server region. A webpage loading smoothly doesn’t mean a route is suitable for gaming. First check the game server’s region and whether the client routes that game’s traffic, then use the game’s own connection indicators. Games use different networking methods, so results for one game don’t necessarily apply to others.

This is a cross-border network acceleration subscription service, not a provider of performance guarantees for specific games. Follow the game publisher’s rules if it requires dedicated network tools or restricts their use. When troubleshooting, avoid running tools that modify system proxy or routing settings at the same time. Pause large background transfers first to reduce competition on your local network.

Remote work

For work, prioritize session continuity, company network policies, and data permissions. Before connecting to a company system, check whether your organization allows access through a subscription route. If your company requires a specific network gateway, follow its instructions. SpaVPN does not replace company authentication or change access permissions for business systems.

Meetings, document editing, and file uploads have different network needs. Avoid switching exits during a meeting, as this can interrupt the session. Unlimited devices make it easier to work across a computer and other devices, but they share the plan’s data allowance. Cloud backups and file syncing also use network resources. Prepare a backup route and test it between tasks in the conditions where you plan to use it.

Checks before and after connecting

Keep conditions consistent and change one thing at a time. This makes it easier to find the cause than switching routes at random.

Check your local network and subscription

First, make sure your local network can access your usual services, then check that the client has loaded your current subscription. Get the subscription link after logging in and keep it secure. Settings vary across Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. After importing, check the selected route and connection mode. Don’t rely on the system icon alone to confirm that an app’s traffic is using the chosen exit.

Compare using real tasks

Use the same device, local network, and destination service. Try a backup route in the same region before switching regions. Check a full page when browsing, the specific content when streaming, and the actual session when working. If changing local networks fixes the issue, investigate the original network first. If only one service is affected, check its status and any account notices.

Keep information that helps reproduce the issue

When contacting support, include your platform, route name, destination app, approximate time of the issue, and any error message. Hide subscription links, account passwords, and work materials in screenshots. Don’t share your full subscription link publicly, and don’t send personal information unrelated to troubleshooting. Submit a request through the user panel’s support ticket page, or check the Help Center first.

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