View international routes by region, city, and route type. QC VPN covers 90+ countries / 200+ routes, so you can switch exit locations based on the service, app, and current network conditions.
The representative regions and cities below illustrate route distribution and selection methods. Actual available entry points are listed in the user panel after login; for the same destination, you can prepare routes from different regions and route types as alternatives.
Global Route Directory
Country/region
City
Route type
Streaming
Asia-Pacific
Japan
Tokyo
IEPL
Supported
Japan
Osaka
Relay
Supported
Singapore
Singapore
IEPL
Supported
South Korea
Seoul
Relay
Supported
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong
IEPL
Supported
Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
Direct
Platform-dependent
Thailand
Bangkok
Direct
Platform-dependent
North America
United States
Los Angeles
IEPL
Supported
United States
San Jose
Relay
Supported
United States
New York
Direct
Platform-dependent
Canada
Toronto
Direct
Supported
Europe
United Kingdom
London
IEPL
Supported
Germany
Frankfurt
Relay
Supported
France
Paris
Direct
Supported
Netherlands
Amsterdam
Relay
Platform-dependent
Switzerland
Zurich
Direct
Platform-dependent
Sweden
Stockholm
Direct
Platform-dependent
Italy
Milan
Direct
Platform-dependent
Other regions
Australia
Sydney
Relay
Supported
New Zealand
Auckland
Direct
Platform-dependent
Brazil
São Paulo
Direct
Platform-dependent
South Africa
Johannesburg
Direct
Platform-dependent
ROUTE TYPES
Understanding route types
A route name describes the main path used to carry data from the local network to the destination region. Different types have different cost structures, path-control methods, and use cases. Instead of focusing on one label, consider the destination, time of use, and app behavior together.
IEPL
IEPL
Path control first
IEPL routes typically use a more clearly defined path across key parts of the international connection, helping the provider reduce uncontrolled detours on the public network. Their value is not a guaranteed speed figure, but a more centralized route plan that can make connections feel more consistent during evening congestion or extended transfers.
These routes suit remote meetings, online documents, code repositories, longer file transfers, and AI Tools that need to maintain a session. For high-bitrate content, try an IEPL exit near the target region first. Because dedicated resources generally cost more to provision and maintain than ordinary paths, availability is usually more concentrated; reserve them for tasks where continuity matters.
Work sessionsAI ToolsSustained transfers
RELAY
Relay routes
Balancing coverage and cost
A relay route sends the connection to a suitable access point first, then forwards it through an intermediate node toward the destination region. Its purpose is to adjust the original network path: when the local provider’s direct route to a distant region is poor, a well-chosen intermediate access point may reduce unnecessary inter-network hops and make the path easier to manage.
Relay routes suit everyday browsing, common streaming services, cross-region collaboration, and most general uses. Compared with IEPL, they are easier to extend to more cities; compared with a fully direct path, they retain room for access-route optimization. When choosing one, check the destination region first, then observe whether the app loads reliably instead of assuming that more relay hops are better.
Everyday browsingRegional contentGeneral use
DIRECT
Direct routes
Prioritizing regional coverage
Direct routes rely mainly on public-network routing between the current access network and the destination data center, without an additional dedicated relay entry point. Their structure is relatively straightforward, making them useful for reaching more distant regions or as backup exits. The experience is more visibly affected by the local provider, inter-network routing, destination service, and time of use, so the same direct route may perform differently across networks.
When the destination is lightweight, usage times are flexible, or you need a region not covered by IEPL or relay routes, direct access is a practical choice. It also works as a troubleshooting reference: if an IEPL or relay connection has problems, switch to a direct route in the same region to determine whether the issue comes from the destination service, current access network, or original path. Direct resources are generally easier to deploy broadly, but they should not be assumed to be faster in every situation.
Distant regionsLightweight accessBackup path
ROUTE DECISION
Choose an exit by use case
The basic order is to identify the destination service’s region, choose a route type, and then confirm it through actual access. Route labels describe path structure but cannot replace in-app tests of loading, login, and sustained connections.
News, search, web resources, and ordinary file access usually depend most on a smooth loading process. Start with a nearby Asia-Pacific route, trying relay or direct access first; if page resources come from North America or Europe, switch to the corresponding region. Nearby does not always mean best, but it narrows the initial choices.
If the main page opens but images, login components, or downloads stall, the page may be calling services from another region. Try a different route type in the same region, or go directly to the region where the resource is hosted. There is no need to switch randomly among multiple countries.
MEDIA
Streaming: region matters more than the name
Streaming availability is affected by the account region, content rights, app cache, and exit region. First confirm which region offers the content, then choose a candidate route marked as supported in the table. After switching, close the existing playback page and reopen the app so the region check runs again.
If the home catalog has changed but playback is still unreliable, switch between an IEPL and relay route in the same region. Do not change account settings, client configuration, and route at the same time, or it will be difficult to identify the cause. For regions marked “Platform-dependent,” use the catalog returned by the app at that time as the reference.
AI
AI Tools: prioritize session continuity
AI Tools such as ChatGPT and Claude not only load web pages but also maintain longer request-and-response processes. Short questions may work across several route types, while long-form generation, file processing, and ongoing conversations depend more on connection continuity. Start with an IEPL or relay route in a region where the target service is available.
If the login page is visible but submitting a conversation fails, first confirm the account region and service rules, then try another route in the same region. An old browser session may retain the previous exit state; reload the page after switching to make the result easier to assess. A route can improve the connection path, but account permissions and the provider’s regional policies remain controlled by the platform.
GAME
Gaming: test around the game server region
Choose a gaming connection based on the actual server region, not only the player’s location. Confirm the game region first, then try the corresponding city or a nearby one. Relay routes can improve some inter-network paths, direct routes provide a useful comparison, and IEPL is better suited to scenarios requiring a sustained connection.
Game updates and real-time matches have different network characteristics, so a route that works well for downloads may not suit gameplay. During testing, keep the client, game region, and local network unchanged; switch only the route and observe login, matchmaking, and the match itself. QC VPN does not publish latency conclusions on static pages; actual results should be verified on the current device and network.
WORK
Work: prioritize session stability
Remote meetings, online spreadsheets, code repositories, and business services often open several connections at once. A route that opens the login page may not suit a long meeting or large-file sync. For work, start with an IEPL route in the target region and keep a relay route in the same region as a backup.
With business accounts, remember that a change in login location may trigger the platform’s own security checks. Avoid switching frequently between far-apart regions during work. Keeping a regular exit, testing the connection before starting, and signing back in to stateful apps after switching can help reduce session interruptions.
COVERAGE WALL
Regional coverage index
Coverage includes 90+ countries / 200+ routes. Region badges help locate common exits quickly; the complete availability list is shown in the user panel.
A useful route comparison keeps the destination consistent. When testing a website, keep opening the same page; when testing streaming, use the same content; when testing a work app, perform the same sync or meeting-preparation steps. If both the route and target app change each time, the result cannot show a route difference.
Start with an IEPL or relay route in the destination region, then use a direct route in the same region as a reference. If a nearby region offers the same content, add a nearby exit to the comparison. This is easier for isolating problems than choosing randomly from a global list, and it reduces frequent changes to the account login location.
Separate connection issues from app restrictions
Even after a route connects successfully, the target app may show different results because of the account region, content rights, browser cache, or provider policy. Loading an ordinary webpage indicates that the basic path is working; if only one app fails, check its login status and regional requirements before declaring the entire route unavailable.
If a streaming catalog has not updated, leave the playback page and reopen it. If an old AI Tools session stops responding, refresh the page and start a new session. When a business service requests reauthentication, follow the platform’s account-check instructions. Treat the network path and app rules separately for clearer troubleshooting.
Keep a backup exit for important tasks
Public-network paths change with the local provider, destination data center, and time of use. An exit suitable for everyday browsing may not work equally well for a remote meeting or a longer file transfer. Before an important task, prepare a backup exit in the same region with a different route type, and confirm how the app needs to reconnect.
A backup plan does not mean switching constantly. Keep the same exit during stable work whenever possible, and switch only after persistent loading failures, repeated session drops, or an unreachable destination service. After switching, give the app time to reconnect before judging the result; repeated clicks across multiple regions can create confusing states.
Route selection and plan traffic are separate dimensions
Route types describe the connection path, while plan traffic describes the available data allowance; they should not be judged together. Monthly subscription traffic resets each month on the activation date; data bundles remain available until used and never expire. Choose an exit based on region and app needs, then consider usage frequency and data consumption when selecting billing.
If you are still unsure which route fits, start with a relay route near the target region for basic access, then move to IEPL or direct access based on actual performance for work, streaming, or AI Tools. All plans include a 60-day no-questions-asked refund policy, and you can review the full plans and billing rules before choosing.