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Subscription and Common Questions

Find answers by issue, from importing a subscription to routing apps. Identify the problem before changing settings; handle order and account issues through the user dashboard.

For your first setup, start with the Guides. For detailed configuration of AI websites, APIs, and developer tools, see the AI Acceleration Guide.

Account & Subscriptions

Save your account details, get your current configuration, and import the subscription on the devices you want to use.

Do I need an email address to create an account? How should I store my account details?

No email address is required. Create an account with a username and password. Store them in a trusted password manager, and make sure you’re visiting the VPN19 website. Your account lets you access the dashboard, view plans, get your subscription, and submit support tickets. Your account password and the subscription URL in your client are separate credentials—never use the subscription URL as your login password. You’ll need to sign in again after switching browsers or clearing local data, so don’t rely solely on your browser’s saved login session. If you have trouble accessing your account, use the support ticket option in the dashboard. Never post your password or full subscription URL in a public discussion.

How do I refresh my subscription, and why does my client still show old routes?

Sign in to the user dashboard and check your current subscription details. Then open subscription or configuration management in your client and refresh the subscription. After it updates, make sure the client is using that configuration. Adding a new subscription without switching away from the old configuration won’t update the route list. If the refresh fails, first check that your local network can reach the dashboard, then make sure the copied URL has no extra spaces or missing characters. If the problem persists, get the current subscription from the dashboard and import it again. Once the new configuration works, you can remove the old one. Don’t submit your subscription URL to an unfamiliar online conversion site. When reporting an issue, share the error message and hide the full URL in screenshots.

Do I need to choose a new plan when I switch computers or add a device?

VPN19 supports unlimited devices, so switching computers or adding a device doesn’t require a new plan just because your device count changed. Supported platforms include Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. Sign in to the dashboard on your new device, follow the platform-specific instructions to get the client and subscription, then choose a route. Check the configuration and system proxy permissions on each device separately; a working setup on one device doesn’t mean the new one is configured. When using the same subscription across devices, keep an eye on data usage in the dashboard. Unlimited devices doesn’t mean unlimited data. Before giving away an old device or stopping use of it, remove any saved account details and subscription configuration to protect your subscription.

Where can I get the client, and why do I need to import a subscription after downloading it?

Get both the client and subscription through the user dashboard; direct links to public installers aren’t provided. Sign in to download clients for Windows, macOS, Android, and Linux. For iOS, available download options depend on the active plan shown in the dashboard. The client handles connections and app routing, while the subscription provides the configuration available to your account. They serve different purposes, so installing the client alone doesn’t configure any routes. Open the dashboard’s download section, follow the instructions for your platform to install the client and import the subscription, then check the configuration name, selected route, and system connection permissions. You must be signed in to get your subscription. If the download is complete but no routes appear, check whether you skipped the import instead of reinstalling the client.

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Connection & Troubleshooting

Check your local network, client traffic handling, and target service separately to avoid repeatedly changing unrelated settings.

The client says it’s connected, but websites won’t load. What should I check first?

Pause the connection and check whether your local network can still reach the websites you normally use. Switching to an international route usually won’t fix an underlying network problem. Once you reconnect, check the active configuration, selected route, and system proxy or network interception permissions. Then check whether routing rules are sending the target website through a direct connection. Try another website to see whether all access is failing or just one service. If only your browser has a problem, check its proxy settings and extensions, which may override system settings. Change one setting at a time and retry, keeping a note of any error messages. A connected status only confirms part of the connection process; it doesn’t verify that websites actually load.

Why can my browser access a site, but a particular app can’t use the proxy?

Some apps don’t use the system proxy or connect differently from your browser, so a working browser doesn’t prove that the app is using your selected route. First, check the client’s rule-matching log to see which rule applies to the target domain. Then check whether the app has its own proxy settings. Developer tools and command-line programs may also need proxy settings in their own runtime environment; changing browser settings alone won’t affect them. If the client supports network interception mode, read the instructions for your platform and check permissions before enabling it. After changing settings, quit and reopen the app so its new connections use the updated configuration. Once you’ve tested it, keep only the settings you need to avoid having multiple proxy tools handle the same traffic.

ChatGPT loads, but sign-in or responses get interrupted. What should I do?

Pinpoint whether the failure happens while the page loads, you sign in, or a response is generated. AI services may apply different checks based on access region, account status, and connection stability. Loading the homepage doesn’t mean subsequent requests will succeed. Check that the sign-in page and chat requests use consistent routing settings, and try to keep the route and exit region stable throughout a session. Don’t keep switching regions whenever you see a prompt. If a long response is interrupted, check whether the device went to sleep, the network changed, or the client stopped handling traffic for the app. If the page specifies account eligibility or regional requirements, follow the service’s rules. Changing routes can’t replace account eligibility or guarantee that server-side restrictions will be resolved.

What should I record before submitting a ticket about disconnections after sleep or a network change?

Note the device platform, client name, route region selected when the issue occurred, and whether it began after sleep, waking the device, or switching networks. Try reconnecting and reopening the app to see whether the connection can’t be restored or the app is holding on to an expired session. Check whether the system revoked connection permissions or paused the client in the background. When submitting a ticket, describe the steps that reproduce the issue, the error message, and what you’ve already tried. This makes the problem easier to diagnose than simply saying it doesn’t work. If you attach a screenshot, hide your subscription URL, account password, and sensitive payment information. Include only relevant error messages, and don’t publicly upload a full configuration containing account details.

Speed & Routes

Match the service’s region requirements first, then compare performance during your actual tasks. Route names and momentary metrics are only guidelines.

VPN slows down at peak times: should I switch routes or check my local network?

Compare everyday website access with the connection paused, then compare different services while connected. If your local network is also noticeably slow, check your Wi-Fi signal, background downloads, and local network congestion first. If only access over international routes is slow, keep the target service the same and test another route that meets its regional requirements. Pause high-bandwidth background tasks during testing so multiple speed tests don’t interfere with each other. Video buffering, page loads, and long AI responses have different network demands, so judge performance in the context of what you’re doing rather than by a single momentary reading. Once you find a route that works well, stick with it and note the regions and situations where problems recur for support to investigate.

Which regions are covered, and is the closest route always best?

VPN19’s international routes cover 100+ countries and 150+ routes. The options available to you are shown in the dashboard and your updated client configuration. When choosing a route, first check which regions the target service allows, then compare how the route performs on your current network. Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, the United States, Switzerland, and Australia can help illustrate regional differences, but a region name alone doesn’t confirm that a service will work there. Distance is just one factor: your ISP’s routing, cross-border links, and the target server’s location also affect performance. If you use an account regularly, keep your exit region stable and within the service’s requirements. If switching routes triggers a regional notice, check the service’s rules instead of switching repeatedly.

How do route types and latency relate to real-world performance?

Route types describe the connection path or how it’s organized; they don’t guarantee how every app will perform. Names such as IEPL, transit, or direct connection should be assessed against the available configuration and the target service, not taken as a guarantee of suitability. Latency is a measure of how responsive a round trip feels, while bandwidth affects sustained data transfers. A page may load quickly even if long downloads or video playback fluctuate. To compare routes, keep the task the same and check whether pages load, video plays continuously, or long responses complete smoothly. Also watch for disconnections and reconnections. Metrics can help with troubleshooting, but actual connection results are what matter. If something goes wrong, note the route name and app so the issue can be investigated.

Should I use the same route for Netflix, Disney+, and AI tools?

You don’t have to send every service through the same route. You can set routing by domain and app, as long as the rules are clear and easy to verify. Streaming services may consider account region, content licensing, and exit IP. AI tools may also check account eligibility and session stability. A route that works with one service may not be accepted by another. Check the target service’s regional and account requirements first, then review the client’s rule matches and choose suitable regions separately if needed. When testing, distinguish between loading the homepage, signing in, and using content continuously. Success at one step doesn’t mean everything is working. VPN19 provides network connectivity; each platform sets its own rules for content and accounts.

View route list and selection guide →

Billing & Refunds

Check the billing method, data allowance, and order history. See the Terms of Service for the full refund policy.

How much is a monthly subscription, and when does data reset?

Monthly plans are ¥9.9/month for 60GB, ¥18/month for 250GB, and ¥28/month for 500GB. Data resets monthly on your activation date. If you upgrade mid-cycle, the price difference is prorated for the remaining days. Choose a plan based on your typical use and the data usage shown in the dashboard: text-heavy browsing, AI chats, video, and file downloads consume data differently, so device count alone isn’t a reliable guide. As your reset date approaches, check the subscription details in your account rather than estimating based on the calendar month. To change plans, review the relevant order details in the dashboard’s plans section. Before paying, make sure you’ve chosen a monthly subscription or a data package; they have different prices, allowances, and usage terms, and aren’t billed on the same cycle.

What’s the difference between a data package and a monthly subscription? Do data packages expire?

Data packages are ¥158/300GB, ¥358/1000GB, and ¥658/3000GB. They’re valid until used and never expire. Monthly subscription data resets each month on your activation date, while a data package gives you the selected allowance. The right option depends on how you use the service. If your usage is occasional, compare options based on how often you connect. For regular use, check the monthly allowance against your typical usage instead of comparing only the price of a single order. “Never expires” refers to the package’s validity period; it doesn’t mean the data allowance replenishes automatically. If you already have a subscription and are considering a data package, first review the plan and order details in the dashboard. Don’t assume data from different orders can be combined, switched automatically, or deducted in a particular order.

Which payment methods are accepted, and what should I do if my dashboard doesn’t update after payment?

We accept Alipay, WeChat Pay, and USDT. Before paying, check the plan name, amount, and order status, and follow the payment process shown in the dashboard. If payment completes but your account page hasn’t changed, return to your order list to check the order, then refresh your account overview to confirm your subscription status. Don’t repeat the payment just because the page hasn’t updated yet. If the payment provider shows the payment as complete but the dashboard hasn’t confirmed the order, submit a ticket with the order ID, selected plan, and a screenshot of the payment result so the transaction can be checked. Include only information needed to investigate the order, and hide unrelated personal details. Never share your account password in a public chat or through an unfamiliar link, and don’t assume a payment has been applied to a different order.

How do I request a 7-day no-questions-asked refund, and what information do I need?

VPN19 offers a 7-day no-questions-asked refund. To request one, sign in to the user dashboard and clearly state that you’re requesting a refund through the support ticket system. Include the order ID and plan name so the payment can be checked. If you’re also having connection issues, you can include your device platform, route region, and error message, but keep the refund request clear and separate from the technical details. See the Terms of Service for the full wording and eligibility. Don’t infer eligibility or processing status from a payment screenshot alone. Add any necessary information to the same ticket after submitting it, rather than splitting the issue across multiple tickets. Don’t include your account password or full subscription URL in a ticket. The actual response in your dashboard will confirm the outcome.

Pricing and policies

View plans, or read the full refund policy in our Terms of Service. To get help with an existing order, open a dashboard support ticket and include the relevant order details.

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