Server Locations - VPNGI | Global Routes and Location Guide

GI / NODE LIST

Browse common exit locations by region

The examples below cover commonly used locations in the service footprint. Available routes are shown in the user panel and may change with maintenance and service needs.

AP

Asia-Pacific

Suitable for content and services in Japan, Hong Kong, China, Singapore, South Korea and Australia. Start with a nearby exit that the target service explicitly supports.

Common Asia-Pacific routes
Country or region	City	Route type	Streaming support
Japan	Tokyo	IEPL	Supported
Japan	Osaka	Relay	Supported
Hong Kong, China	Hong Kong	IEPL	Depends on platform region rules
Singapore	Singapore	Relay	Supported
South Korea	Seoul	Relay	Supported
Australia	Sydney	Direct	Depends on platform region rules

NA

North America

Suitable for North American websites, AI tools, developer platforms and workplace systems. When a service checks location strictly, keep the exit region consistent and avoid switching frequently.

Common North America routes
Country or region	City	Route type	Streaming support
United States	Los Angeles	IEPL	Supported
United States	San Jose	Relay	Depends on platform region rules
United States	New York	Direct	Supported
Canada	Toronto	Direct	Supported

EU

Europe

Suitable for websites, media catalogs, cloud tools and business resources in Europe. If content is available only in a specific country, choose that country rather than relying on the broad Europe region.

Common Europe routes
Country or region	City	Route type	Streaming support
United Kingdom	London	Relay	Supported
Germany	Frankfurt	Relay	Depends on platform region rules
France	Paris	Direct	Supported
Netherlands	Amsterdam	Direct	Depends on platform region rules

GL

Other regions

For business, content and account environments with specific location requirements. For distant exits, prioritize the target region and test the route type instead of judging by map distance alone.

Common routes in other regions
Country or region	City	Route type	Streaming support
United Arab Emirates	Dubai	Relay	Depends on platform region rules
India	Mumbai	Direct	Depends on platform region rules
Brazil	São Paulo	Direct	Supported
South Africa	Johannesburg	Direct	Depends on platform region rules

GI / ROUTE TYPES

Understanding route types

Route types describe how traffic is organized between the entry point and exit. They are one selection factor, but should be evaluated alongside the target region, network conditions and intended use.

GI / IEPL

IEPL

IEPL uses a relatively dedicated, enterprise-grade cross-border path to organize traffic between the entry and exit points, reducing the uncertainty of detours and congestion on public networks. It is generally better suited to sustained transfers, video meetings, cloud work, long development sessions and tasks that require session continuity. Its value is not the label itself, but a more controllable path and a more concentrated cross-border segment that can help maintain stable communication in complex network conditions.

Dedicated routes generally cost more to build, access and maintain than ordinary paths, making them suitable when stability comes first. That does not mean every destination should always use one: a reliable relay may be enough for a nearby service, while matching the country matters more than the route label when only a direct exit is available. Confirm the service region first, then compare IEPL and relay performance within that region.

GI / RELAY

Relay routes

A relay route first sends the connection to a selected entry or relay location, then forwards it toward the target exit. The goal is to avoid direct paths with greater quality fluctuations and create a better combination across the entry, cross-border segment and exit. Relay does not simply mean adding another hop; a well-chosen relay can reduce detours and make everyday browsing, media playback, file syncing and streaming responses from AI tools more consistent.

These routes offer a balanced mix of coverage, cost and stability for most everyday use. Focus on the final exit country after the relay, not just the entry name. The target service identifies the final exit environment, and account regions, content catalogs and service availability are usually based on that exit. If several relay routes serve the same region, keep one as the primary and another as a backup, switching only when network conditions change rather than during normal work.

GI / DIRECT

Direct routes

A direct route connects through the current network straight to an exit in the target region, without an additional optimization relay. Its structure is simpler and its coverage can be expanded flexibly, making it suitable for a specific country, short visits to international websites, regional research or a backup exit. For nearby locations with a clear path, direct routing can be simple and effective; for distant or frequently changing routes, performance depends more on current network conditions.

Direct routes generally have lower path-organization costs, allowing broad regional coverage and exits in less frequently used countries. They should not be treated as automatically faster or slower: results also depend on the local network, carrier routing, target service location and time of use. If a direct route reliably completes the task, there is no need to switch for the label alone. If sessions are repeatedly interrupted, try a relay or IEPL route in the same region.

REGION FIRST

Choose the region first

The exit country determines the network region visible to the target service. Media catalogs, AI tool availability, enterprise access policies and localized web content may all vary by region. Confirm the required region first, then compare route types there; this is more effective than trial and error across the full list.

TASK SECOND

Then match the task

Short web searches, continuous video playback, streamed content generation, remote desktops and large file transfers place different demands on a connection. Identify whether regional consistency, session continuity or interactive response matters most, then choose the route that fits the task.

KEEP A BACKUP

Keep a backup route

Local networks and international paths change with conditions. For frequently used regions, keep an IEPL, relay or direct route as an alternative, but do not switch constantly while the connection is working. A consistent exit helps keep the account region and access environment aligned.

GI / USE CASE

Choose routes by use case

No single route is the answer for every task. The order below puts regional requirements first, followed by stability, continuity and interactive performance.

Everyday browsing

Prefer nearby exits and keep a regular route

For websites, research, email and everyday online services, start with a nearby exit that the target site supports. Asia-Pacific routes such as Japan, Hong Kong, China, Singapore and South Korea are often convenient for everyday international access. If a site has no specific regional requirement, there is no need to add path complexity with a distant exit. Once stable, keep the route as a regular option and switch only when the site region changes or performance becomes abnormal.

Browsing also benefits from a consistent login environment. Some services may ask to reconfirm account status when the region changes, so keep the same exit country during a work session where possible. A route marked IEPL is not automatically required; if a stable relay or direct route completes the task, keep using it.

Streaming

Match the content region first, then check playback continuity

Streaming content is usually licensed by country or region, so the first selection criterion is a match between the exit and the target catalog. For Japanese content, start with a Japan exit; for North American content, start with the United States or Canada. The support status in the table is for initial filtering only. Final results still depend on platform rules, account settings and content licensing.

After opening the target platform, avoid switching routes during playback. First confirm that the home catalog is as expected, then play content at your usual quality and check loading, seeking and continuous playback. If the region is correct but playback is inconsistent, switch within the same region from direct to relay or from relay to IEPL instead of changing countries.

AI Tools

Prioritize regional consistency and persistent connections

AI tools may combine login sessions, streamed text output, file uploads, model APIs and developer-environment plugins. Confirm the supported service region first, then choose an exit that can maintain a long-lived connection. Test North American, Japanese, Singaporean and European routes according to the tool’s regional requirements. Once an account is logged in and working reliably, avoid switching back and forth across multiple countries in a short period.

Web and developer workflows have different requirements. Web apps are more sensitive to login region, browser sessions and streamed output; command-line tools, editor plugins and continuous integration tasks place more emphasis on connection continuity and a fixed exit. If output stops, try another route type in the same region, then check the local network and client status instead of changing the account’s regional environment first.

Gaming

Stay close to the target server and avoid unnecessary detours

Choose a gaming exit based on the actual server region, not broad assumptions about the player’s location or the game’s publishing region. For Asian servers, compare Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, China and Singapore; for North American or European servers, choose the corresponding region. If the game assigns a server automatically, confirm the matchmaking region first and test routes within that region.

Interactive applications are more sensitive to path changes, so minimize switching during a session. When the direct path is clear, try direct first; if continuity becomes a problem, try a relay or IEPL route in the same region. Routes can optimize the network path, but game server status, local wireless conditions and background downloads also affect gameplay and should be checked separately.

Remote work

Prioritize session continuity and a consistent exit

Remote meetings, document collaboration, code repositories, cloud consoles and enterprise systems typically require persistent logins. Choose an exit based on the region of the business resource, then compare IEPL and stable relay routes. Keeping the same exit during work reduces interruptions from repeated logins, regional checks and session rebuilding.

File syncing and remote desktops often run for extended periods, so a fast page load does not represent the full workflow. Testing should cover login, opening resources, editing, uploading and saving. If a regular route is under maintenance, switch to a pre-verified backup in the same region instead of trying locations across multiple countries at the last minute.

GI / CHECK ORDER

A repeatable route-selection order

Do not predict results from a route name. Use the same decision sequence each time to find an exit suited to the current network and task.

Confirm the target service region

Check the regional requirements of the target website, media platform, AI tool or enterprise system. If the service is limited to a specific country, choose that country directly; otherwise, start with a nearby, commonly used region.
Compare route types within the same region

For ongoing work, long-lived connections and important sessions, start with IEPL or relay routes; for short visits and less-covered regions, test direct first. Keep the comparison within the same exit region so regional changes do not distort the result.
Validate with a real task

For browsing, open the pages you normally use; for streaming, check the catalog and continuous playback; for AI tools, complete login and streamed output; for work, test meetings, documents or remote systems. Do not judge suitability from connection success alone.
Keep the regular route and a backup

Once you find a stable route, keep using it and retain another route type in the same region as a backup. Minimize switching during normal work; when maintenance or network conditions change, validate the backup using the same sequence.