No email required; get started with a username and password
Start here with smart routing VPN.
International routes are automatically routed by app, with 110+ countries / 250+ routes.
Everyday browsing and international services take separate routes, with unlimited devices.
- Bank-grade encryption
- 7-day refund policy
- Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT
- Windows
- macOS
- iOS
- Android
- Linux
- United States
- Hong Kong
- Japan
- Singapore
- Germany
Browse rules by use case
Routing rules, starting with how you use them.
Connecting doesn’t mean every app has to use the same route. VPNBegin starts by identifying what you’re accessing, then choosing a route and data plan. The rule checklist below lays out what to verify before connecting and where to look if something goes wrong.
Routing rules / Choosing a route at peak times
Compare routes first, then set your go-to route
Your experience during peak hours depends on your local network, the route you choose, and the service you’re accessing—not just the location name. When you get started, update your subscription and compare routes for the target app on the same network. Then keep frequently used services on a suitable route. International sites can use international routes while local sites connect directly, avoiding unnecessary route changes. If things feel slow, first check whether all websites are affected or just one app, then try a different route type. This makes it easier to pinpoint the cause than repeatedly switching locations.
110+ countries / 250+ routesRouting by app
WWindows
Routing rules / Connection protection
Bank-grade encryption, plus the right connection checks
VPNBegin uses bank-grade encryption to help protect data in transit between the client and service routes. You should still verify that your subscription came from the user panel, the client is connected, and the target app matches the intended rule. An encrypted connection and the security of an account on a website are separate things; neither replaces the other. When accessing an account, check the domain and browser warnings too. After switching networks, confirm the connection status and exit location again. A client showing as active doesn’t necessarily mean every app is using an international route.
Bank-grade encryptionGet your subscription from the dashboard
MmacOS
Routing rules / Device setup
Unlimited devices; check each one individually
Use VPNBegin on as many devices as you need, configuring the computers and mobile devices you use day to day without having to manage a fixed device limit. Import the subscription on each client, then check system permissions, connection status, and routing rules separately. Device count and plan data are different things: unlimited devices doesn’t mean unlimited data. Choose a plan based on actual usage across your devices. When moving to a new device, update the subscription and test a webpage first, then configure your usual apps. That makes future troubleshooting easier to trace to a specific device.
Unlimited devicesWindows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux
AAndroid
Routing rules / AI tools
Check the service region and app rules together
Using AI tools depends on the exit location, the app connection, and the platform’s own requirements. Before using services such as ChatGPT, check the target platform’s regional requirements and choose an appropriate international route. Websites, desktop apps, and sign-in pages may use different domains, so check the rules for each. Once you find a route that works, keep the access path consistent. If only one feature won’t load, check the platform’s message first, then verify that the app is using the intended route. Account permissions or platform restrictions aren’t necessarily network issues.
Choose an exit by appCheck regional requirements with the platform
WWindows
Routing rules / Streaming
Check the catalog region, then troubleshoot playback
Available content and playback requirements are determined by the streaming platform; route location is just one thing to check. Before choosing an exit for services such as Netflix, confirm which catalog you want to access, then check your account, device, and app settings. A page loading doesn’t mean every title will play; the platform’s current message is the best guide. If playback is slow, try a suitable route on the same device and network, then check whether sign-in, the catalog, and playback all work again. Avoid changing several settings at once, so you can tell what made a difference.
Check the service regionPlayback depends on the platform
MmacOS
Routing rules / Refunds
7-day refund policy; check your setup in practice
VPNBegin offers a 7-day refund policy. After getting started, test the connection on your usual devices and network with the apps you use—not just on the client’s launch screen. Monthly plans suit ongoing use, while data packs let you plan around your actual usage; their data rules differ, so review the full plan details before choosing. To request a refund, submit a ticket through the user panel and check the refund policy for eligibility and process details. Keeping account and order information in the panel makes it easier to track your request.
7-day refund policyAlipay / WeChat Pay / USDT
AAndroid
Regions and routes
Choose an international route based on what you’re accessing.
Coverage across 110+ countries and 250+ routes. The table below illustrates how to read popular locations and route options; it isn’t a complete list of available routes. Check the user panel for cities, specific routes, and current service availability. Coverage doesn’t mean every app is supported in every location.
| Country / Region | City | Route type | Streaming support |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Check the dashboard | Illustrative IEPL dedicated route | Check the service region |
| Hong Kong | Check the dashboard | Illustrative IEPL dedicated route | Check the service region |
| Japan | Check the dashboard | Illustrative routed connection | Check the service region |
| Singapore | Check the dashboard | Check the dashboard | Check the service region |
| Germany | Check the dashboard | Check the dashboard | Check the service region |
Location, route, and direct local connection are different things
A location is where your traffic exits; route type describes its connection path. Direct local connections let websites that don’t need an international route use your local network. Choose between IEPL dedicated routes and routed connections by comparing them in practice; the names alone don’t predict the results. For your first setup, keep the default rules, confirm that the target service works, and adjust individual apps as needed. Broad rule changes may affect sign-in, content loading, and access to local websites at the same time.
If something goes wrong, use the same device and local network: update your subscription first, then test another suitable exit. If the issue affects just one app, check its regional requirements and whether the routing rule matches. If all websites are affected, check your local connection first. For a more complete troubleshooting process, read Troubleshooting instead of repeatedly switching routes based only on their names.
View all routes →Route status is a reference for choosing a route, not a complete picture of how your device will reach a particular website. Check the user panel and the target service for actual connection status and regional availability.
Get started with the client
Keep device setup in one place.
Supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Get the client and subscription through the user panel. Sign in to the panel to access your subscription. System permissions and setup screens vary by platform, so configure your current device first, then verify the route used by your target app.
Get your subscription, then test the connection
No email required; create an account with a username and password. In the panel, check your account and plan status, then go to downloads and choose your platform. The panel determines client availability; for iOS, follow the availability details shown there. After importing your subscription, confirm the route list has updated, then grant the system connection permissions it requests. If you haven’t approved the system prompt, seeing the client interface doesn’t mean a connection has been established.
Once connected, open a regular webpage to check your basic connection, then visit an international service you use and confirm the exit is as expected. On Android, check background activity and battery settings; on macOS, pay attention to system permission prompts. Review these settings in your device’s interface. Repeat the same checks when switching devices rather than assuming another device’s results will apply. For step-by-step help, continue to Guides; if you run into a specific issue, move on to troubleshooting.
Choose by data allowance and usage
Preview plans; check the reset rules first.
Monthly plans: ¥9.9/month for 60GB · ¥18/month for 250GB · ¥28/month for 500GB. Data resets monthly on your activation date; mid-cycle upgrades are prorated by the remaining days. All plans allow unlimited devices and include a 7-day refund policy. Pay with Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT.
Monthly plan · 60GB
¥9.9 / month
A good fit if you know your typical data use and mostly browse webpages or make light use of international services. Video and file transfers use data continuously, so consider your habits before choosing.
- Includes 60GB of data
- Data resets monthly on your activation date
- Unlimited devices
- 7-day refund policy
Monthly plan · 250GB
¥18 / month
A good fit for regular international access across computers and mobile devices. Check data usage for your most-used apps first to see whether this allowance fits.
- Includes 250GB of data
- Data resets monthly on your activation date
- Unlimited devices
- 7-day refund policy
Monthly plan · 500GB
¥28 / month
A good fit if you need more data each month. A larger data allowance doesn’t guarantee faster speeds; choose a route for the service you’re using and check your local network.
- Includes 500GB of data
- Data resets monthly on your activation date
- Unlimited devices
- 7-day refund policy
Prefer not to plan monthly usage? Explore data packs
Data packs: ¥158/300GB · ¥358/1000GB · ¥658/3000GB. Use the data until it runs out; it never expires. Unlike monthly plans, which reset on your activation date each month, data packs suit people with irregular usage who want to plan around their remaining data. Compare the billing models, not just the prices shown.
If you’re still figuring out your usual apps, how often you’ll connect, or which devices you’ll use, check your current usage and plan rules before choosing an allowance. Mid-cycle upgrade costs are prorated by the remaining days; don’t assume different tiers come with extra data. For details on orders, upgrades, and refunds, check the user panel and the relevant policy page. Don’t treat usage guidance as an additional plan benefit.
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User experiences
Keep reading about setup and plan choices.
Start by fixing the issue on your current device and app before moving on to more complex setup. The articles below cover Android setup, Mac permissions, free versus paid options, and connecting AI image-generation tools. There’s no need to change every setting the first time you use the service.
How to Use a VPN on Android: A Beginner’s Setup Guide
From installing the client and importing your subscription to granting VPN permissions and checking battery and background settings. After your first successful connection, test the target app to distinguish setup issues from background disconnects.
Read the guide →Mac VPN Setup for Beginners: From Installation to Connection Checks
Follow the steps in order: install the client, grant system permissions, import your subscription, and verify the connection. If a permission prompt appears, check what macOS is asking before returning to the client. Reinstalling without addressing the permission won’t help.
Read the guide →Free vs. Paid VPNs: What Free Plans Really Cost
When comparing options, consider data limits, connection requirements, privacy policies, and usage restrictions together. This article explains common trade-offs to help you decide whether an ongoing subscription makes sense, rather than choosing based on the signup message alone.
Read the full article →Which VPN Should You Use with Midjourney? Choosing for Discord and Regional Requirements
Check Discord connectivity, regional requirements, and routing rules. Troubleshooting sign-in verification, content loading, and network connectivity separately can help distinguish app requirements from route selection issues.
Read the full article →The troubleshooting tips in these articles can help you understand the connection process; exact menus vary by operating system and client. Before contacting support, note your platform, network environment, target app, routes you’ve tried, and any error messages. Don’t post your password or full subscription details on a public page. For account or order issues, sign in to the user panel and submit a support ticket.
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