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FAQ Guide

Use your account, connection, route and billing details to narrow down the issue. Run reproducible checks first, then provide the necessary information in a ticket.

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CHECK METHOD

Narrow Down the Issue

When you have connection issues, avoid changing several settings at once. Refresh the subscription and note the current route, then change only one variable: switch to a route in the same region, change the target app or change the network. This quickly shows whether the issue comes from local permissions, client rules, one route or the target service.

If you need to submit a ticket, include the platform, client, route region, target app and the complete error message. Do not submit your password or complete subscription link. The more specific the information, the easier it is to reproduce and diagnose the issue.

ACCOUNT / SUBSCRIPTION

Account & Subscriptions

Common steps for registration, retrieving subscriptions, refreshing routes and switching devices.

What do I need to register?

Set a username and password to create an account—no email address required. Choose a recognizable username that is not reused on other services, and keep your password secure. After registration, open the user panel to view plans, orders, client downloads and subscription details.

What is a subscription link, and where can I get one?

A subscription link imports available routes into your client. After signing in to the user panel, get it from the subscription or client section. Do not copy unknown links from chat histories, search results or third-party pages. Because the link contains account access information, treat it like a credential and do not share it publicly.

How should I update my subscription link?

Open the client’s subscription manager, find the imported 04VPN subscription and select Update or Refresh. Then return to the route list and check whether the region and route names have changed. If old content still appears, verify that the imported link is the one currently shown in the panel, then remove the old subscription and import it again.

Do I need to buy another plan when I switch devices?

No. 04VPN supports unlimited devices, so the same account’s active subscription can be used on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and Linux. When switching devices, retrieve the subscription from the user panel and import it into the new client. Do not share the subscription link with unrelated people.

What should I do if my subscription link is exposed?

Stop forwarding the link and submit a ticket through the user panel, explaining that it may have been exposed and requesting an access-information check and reset. Once the issue is handled, remove the old subscription from every device and import the updated one from the panel. Never include the complete link in public screenshots or documents.

CONNECTION / DIAGNOSIS

Connections & Troubleshooting

Start with system takeover, per-app rules, network permissions and error messages.

The client says it is connected, but webpages still will not open. What should I do?

First switch to another route in the same region, then reopen the target webpage. If nothing changes, check whether the client has enabled the system proxy or the relevant takeover mode, and make sure the browser is not locked to a different proxy configuration. You can also temporarily disable browser extensions and try again to rule out rule conflicts.

Why does only one app fail to use the accelerated route?

The usual cause is that the app is not covered by the current routing rules, or that the client is handling browser traffic only. Switch the client to a mode with broader coverage, then check system network permissions and per-app settings. If other apps work but the target app still fails, include the platform, client mode, target app and selected region in your ticket.

What should I check first if the Connect button does nothing or keeps disconnecting?

Confirm that the subscription is still active and refresh the route list, then quit and reopen the client. Next, try routes in different regions or with different topologies to determine whether the issue is limited to one route or comes from the local network. If the current network is restrictive, test again on another network and include the client’s exact message in your ticket.

What should I do if the client cannot connect after a system update?

A system update may reset network permissions, proxy settings or background-activity permissions. Reopen the client, check the required permissions, refresh the subscription, switch routes and reconnect. If the client itself will not start, use the download section in the user panel to get the version for your platform. Do not use installers from unknown sources.

How do I submit useful troubleshooting details?

When submitting a ticket through the user panel, state the platform, client name, selected region, affected app and the error message shown by the client. Also say whether other routes work and whether the issue can be reproduced consistently. Do not put your subscription link or password in the ticket body; support will verify necessary details separately.

SPEED / ROUTE

Speed & Routes

Choose routes based on the target region, route topology and actual app performance—not geographic distance alone.

What should I do about slowdowns during peak hours?

Switch to another route in the same target region instead of repeatedly reconnecting to the same entry point. Pause bandwidth-heavy syncing, downloads or updates, then test the target app again. If the direct path is unstable, compare a relay route. If the target service allows it, choosing a nearer region may also reduce the path length.

How should I choose between direct, relay and dedicated routes?

A direct route is more straightforward and suits stable routing from the local network to the target region. A relay route uses an optimized entry point and can help when inter-network paths fluctuate or peak-hour detours are significant. A dedicated route prioritizes link quality and stability. Choose based on whether the target app works reliably, not just on the route label.

Why is a nearer region not always faster?

Geographic distance is only one factor affecting a network path. Carrier interconnection, entry-point congestion, inter-network detours, the target service’s access point and route topology can all change the actual experience. Filter by the target service’s region first, then compare routes within that region instead of choosing solely by map distance.

When video playback stutters, should I change the region or the route?

If you need content from a specific region, keep the region unchanged and switch only to another route within it so the content region does not change. If the content has no regional requirement, compare nearby regions. After switching routes, reopen the playback page so the app can establish a new connection and reassess the exit region.

Which regions and platforms does 04VPN support?

04VPN covers 90+ countries / 200+ routes and supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux. Routes are organized by region and use case. Start by identifying the region required by the target service, then compare direct, relay and dedicated route types.

BILLING / REFUND

Billing & Refunds

Review monthly subscriptions, data packages, upgrade rules, payment options and the refund request process.

What monthly subscription plans are available?

Monthly plans are ¥9.9/month with 60GB, ¥18/month with 250GB, and ¥28/month with 500GB. Data resets monthly on the activation date, and mid-cycle upgrades convert the price difference into remaining days. Choose based on typical usage rather than a single peak estimate.

What data packages are available, and do they expire?

Data packages are ¥158/300GB, ¥358/1000GB and ¥658/3000GB. They remain valid until used and never expire. Data packages suit users with irregular usage who prefer to consume a cumulative allowance; monthly subscriptions reset data on the activation date each month.

How is a mid-cycle monthly-plan upgrade calculated?

For a mid-cycle upgrade, the plan price difference is converted into remaining days. Before upgrading, check your current plan, remaining status and available options in the user panel, then confirm the change. If the order status does not match expectations, do not submit it again; keep the order details and check through a ticket.

Which payment methods are supported?

Alipay / WeChat Pay / USDT are supported. During checkout, use the payment options shown on the order page in the user panel. If the order status does not sync after payment, return to the order page and check it. Do not create duplicate orders; if it still has not updated, submit a ticket with the relevant order details.

How do I request a refund?

04VPN offers a 7-day no-questions-asked refund. To request one, sign in to the user panel, open the ticket section, select the relevant order and explain the refund request. Confirm the order details before submitting to avoid duplicate requests. Track progress and results through the ticket and order status in the user panel.

ACCOUNT PANEL

Review Orders & Tickets

Order status, plan changes and refund requests are handled in the user panel. Have the relevant order details ready before submitting, and avoid creating duplicate requests.

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