Kuaimiao VPN Answers

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What platform clients does Kuaimiao VPN offer?Expand

The client covers four systems: Support covers Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.

Routing modes explained: smart mode and global proxyExpand

Smart mode: uses preset site rules and proxies only the sites that need it

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Global mode: all computer traffic goes through the proxy

On mobile:

Smart mode: uses preset site rules and proxies only the sites that need it

Global mode: all traffic goes through the proxy

On desktop:

Which regional line is fastest?Expand

Conditions on the network shift from one region to another. Pick the line that matches the region you want to reach — the site or the game — and prefer the one with lower latency.

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Any rate or data limits? Can it work with no connection?Expand

Kuaimiao VPN places no ceiling on your data. Note that if your device has no internet connection of its own, no VPN app can work either.

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What to do when local apps slow down after enabling accelerationExpand

Disable global mode and return to smart mode.

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Encryption and security mechanisms in Kuaimiao VPNExpand

Yes. Three things make it secure: 1. Encryption - VLESS Reality and Hysteria protocols with encrypted tunnelling that guards the whole path from device to server.

2. Anonymity - a virtual IP replaces yours, DNS queries run through the tunnel, and the service keeps zero logs of what you do online.

3. Access and surveillance - geo-blocks and ISP monitoring are bypassed, and public Wi-Fi sessions are encrypted so nothing can be snooped.

What to do when Kuaimiao VPN will not connect or the internet stopsExpand

Work through it in this order:

1. Verify antivirus and firewall settings: security software sometimes blocks VPN connections, so try disabling it temporarily and reconnect. 2. Contact support: if the issue persists, open the app, go to My page and tap contact support, including a detailed description and screenshots so our technical team can help.

Stages to validate that your IP is hiddenExpand

Verify that your real IP is hidden like this:

Work through it in this order:

1. Note your current IP: before connecting, open a browser and search 'my IP address'. 2. Check again once connected: search 'my IP address' a second time — a different address means your real IP is hidden. 3. Clear the cache: if it did not change, the browser may show a cached result. Clear the cache, restart the browser or try another one.

How to tell the real Kuaimiao VPN site from lookalikesExpand

To make sure you downloads the genuine Kuaimiao VPN, please use these official channels:

Work through it in this order:

1. Official website: https://kuaimiaoapp.cn/

2. Official Google Play listing: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Kuaimiao.pro

3. Official Apple App Store listing: https:https://kuaimiaoapp.cn/downloads/

Please ignore other sites claiming to be Kuaimiao VPN. Their software is not authorised by us, so quality is not guaranteed, your privacy may leak, the app may not work at all, and you risk losing money.

Also, our team actively protects current and long-time users by reporting and removing counterfeit copies on app stores.

We also encourage you to report impersonating apps to our official email (the official support email).

What to do when most nodes turn redExpand

Work through it in this order:

1. Open Kuaimiao VPN and go to My > Settings > VPN settings.

2. Find the dedicated line forwarding choice and turn on it if you are in mainland China; turn it off elsewhere.

3. Restart the app so the setting takes effect.

Stages to unlink a device from your Kuaimiao VPN accountExpand

Work through it in this order:

Tap the person icon at the bottom of the home screen, open My account and choose Delete account to remove your information. (This choice is only available in the Android and iOS apps.)

2. Open My devices and remove the device you no longer use, or tap Sign out at the bottom of the page to leave the current account.

Stages for closing a Kuaimiao VPN accountExpand

Tap the person icon at the bottom of the home screen, open My account and choose Delete account to remove your information. (This choice is only available in the Android and iOS apps.)

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Why the free membership draw does not always succeedExpand

Claim slots are assigned at random, like a draw, so not everyone wins. You can try again to increase your chances.

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Payment methods and channels at a glanceExpand

Alipay, WeChat Pay, UnionPay, credit cards, PayPal, Google Play and Stripe are all supported.

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Pricing model and free trial explainedExpand

For all subscribers:

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A 30-day money-back guarantee on every subscription.

Kuaimiao VPN is a subscription-based service offering a free trial and affordable plans, and you can try it through official channels.

The rules are as follows:

For all Kuaimiao VPN users:

When you first downloads and add the app, the system registers you automatically and you get a 15-minute free trial. Daily verify-in adds 15 more minutes of free time.

Other ways to get a longer free trial:

With a special agent referral code you can enjoy 1-3 days of free trial. Refer a friend who downloads and signs up and you earn extra trial time or a generous commission.

What the rules say about sharing an accountExpand

For your own security, standard accounts are for personal use only. Do not share them — any loss caused by sharing is yours to bear.

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What the device restriction actually coversExpand

It is the number of devices that can be online at the same time. You can add our client on as many devices as you like, and the basic plan covers 1 device online at a time and VIP up to 6 devices simultaneously.

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What to do when you lose your sign-in detailsExpand

Work through it in this order:

1. Tap the My icon at the bottom of the home screen, open My account and choose Switch account to see the account name and password of the current account. If that does not show them, tap the Support button and we will provide your account details.

2. To reset a forgotten VPN password, tap Forgot password if your account has an email address and reset it by email. Without a linked email, send your order screenshot to support (the official support email) and we will reset it once the account is verified.

Stages to verify a payment that did not activate membershipExpand

Work through it in this order:

1. If you paid with PayPal and the membership did not activate immediately, PayPal's risk system is most likely reviewing the order, which can take 1-3 business days. Please be patient.

2. If you subscribed through iTunes, first make sure you are signed in with the same Apple ID on your iOS device. Then open the app, tap My and verify My orders to confirm the purchase.

3. For payments by Alipay, UnionPay, Google Pay or other methods, if your membership is still not active please contact us via the live chat on the official website. Include your account details and order screenshot so we can resolve it faster.

Refund policy and conditions explainedExpand

Google Play / iOS subscribers get a 7-day free trial and can request a refund within 30 days.

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Third-party payment methods are not refundable at the moment. If you are unsure about a long-term plan, try a short and smaller package first.

A full walkthrough of the VPN settingsExpand

Below is a detailed explanation of every choice on the Kuaimiao VPN settings page, including the Windows and macOS specific ones.

Work through it in this order:

1. Local DNS settings

⦁ Description: sets the DNS resolver for domestic domains. It is normally best to match your ISP's DNS for faster and steadier access to local sites.

When other local services on your LAN cannot be reached, set local DNS to 'local' so LAN devices resolve local addresses first and avoid access problems.

2. Remote DNS settings.

⦁ Description: sets the DNS resolver for international domains such as Google. An international resolver (Google DNS or Cloudflare) normally improves connection rate and resolution efficiency.

⦁ Recommended when you visit international sites frequently: remote DNS improves both rate and stability.

3. New protocol

⦁ Description: enables or disables the newer encryption protocol (such as VLESS) for stronger security and more consistent connections.

⦁ Recommended: keep the new protocol on for better privacy; turn it off if connections behave oddly or stop working.

4. Disconnect all connections when switching

⦁ Description: drops the current connection when you switch servers, so traffic never keeps using the old IP and every connection picks up a fresh address.

⦁ Recommended: leave it on so switching servers always refreshes your IP address and keeps you private.

5. Turn on IPv6

⦁ Description: sets the protocol used for DNS resolution. Off means IPv4 only, on means both IPv4 and IPv6 are resolved.

⦁ Recommended: turn it on for faster access on IPv6-capable networks; turn it off on unstable or restricted networks.

6. One-tap return to China

helps users abroad reach Chinese content such as Youku, iQIYI and Tencent Video.

⦁ Recommended when Chinese sites are restricted from abroad: switch it on to bypass regional limits and improve the viewing experience.

7. BT proxy downloads

⦁ Description: proxies BT downloads so P2P traffic is encrypted and network restrictions are bypassed.

⦁ Recommended: switch it on when using BT on restricted networks or when you want your downloads to stay private.

8. Direct-reach domains

⦁ Description: the listed domains bypass the VPN and connect directly, ideal for common local domains that do not need proxying.

⦁ Recommended: add everyday sites, banks and payment pages to the direct list for faster, safer access.

9. Proxy per application

⦁ Description: lets specific applications reach directly without the VPN, which suits lighter usage.

⦁ Recommended: add local or non-proxied apps to the list to save data and rate up connections.

10. Windows specific options

TUN mode

⦁ Description: routes all system traffic through the VPN via a virtual network adapter, giving stronger security and leak protection.

⦁ Recommended: helpful for high-privacy needs or public networks, but it uses more system resources.

Proxy mode

⦁ Description: applies only to selected apps or browsers and sends some traffic through the proxy server instead of routing everything.

⦁ Recommended: handy if you only need to rate up or protect one browser, with less overhead while still keeping some privacy.

11. macOS specific options

On M-series Macs you can turn on the VPN through a system extension. When it runs as a system extension, per-application proxying stops working since the extension cannot tell which app the traffic comes from.

Quick answers to settings questionsExpand

Normally leave the new protocol on for stronger security and privacy; if connections become unstable, try turning it off.

1. When should I change local DNS?

When other local services on your LAN cannot be reached, set local DNS to 'local' so LAN devices resolve local addresses first and avoid access problems.

2. When should I adjust the new protocol?

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3. Should Windows users choose proxy mode or TUN mode?

If the network stops working after enabling TUN mode on Windows, switch to proxy mode. Proxy mode affects only selected apps or browsers, uses fewer resources and still routes the apps you need through the VPN.

Together these options let you tune rate, privacy and stability for whatever network you are on.

Fixes for slow YouTube loadingExpand

Try disabling QUIC in Chrome: open chrome://flags/#turn on-quic and tap Disable.

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The unblocking range of Kuaimiao VPNExpand

Gaming platforms: Steam, Ubisoft Connect, Apple App Store, Google Play Store and other game services.

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Forums: Discord, Reddit, Quora, Stack Exchange, V2EX and other popular forums.

Kuaimiao VPN helps you reach websites and services in any region. Here is what it can unblock:

Streaming sites: watch TikTok, Netflix, Disney+, HBO, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Spotify, AbemaTV, Apple TV+, Tencent Video, iQIYI and more from anywhere.

AI platforms: ChatGPT (OpenAI), Midjourney, Steady Diffusion, Google AI, DALL-E, BigGAN and many other AI sites.

Social platforms: Facebook, Twitter (X), Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Discord, Tumblr, Pinterest, WeChat, WhatsApp, Telegram, Line and more.

What to do when 360 Security deletes Kuaimiao VPN by mistakeExpand

360 Security may flag Kuaimiao VPN as risky and uninstall it. Is Kuaimiao VPN a threat? No — it is certified security software with an international security certificate embedded. This is a false positive.

Work through it in this order:

Add Kuaimiao VPN to the 360 whitelist so it runs normally:

1. Open 360 Security;

2. Tap Trojan detection in the main menu;

3. Tap the Trusted Zone panel on the right;

4. Tap Add file, choose Kuaimiao VPN and open it;

5. Tick the confirmation prompt;

6. Tap OK to finish;

Note: in different versions of 360 Security the Trusted Zone may sit elsewhere, but the stages are the same.

Kuaimiao VPN is upgraded regularly to keep pace with changing network policies worldwide. An update replaces the old version and invalidates the whitelist, so please add the whitelist entry again after updating to keep everything working.

Fixing a bouncing Turn on buttonExpand

If the issue persists, tap My > Cover inside the app and our team will help you online.

1. Launch the Kuaimiao VPN app, go to My > VPN settings and turn off TUN mode in the proxy settings. Then return to the home screen, tap Turn on and connect.

2. If it still happens, uninstall Kuaimiao VPN, downloads it again from the official website and try connecting once more.

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Connected but some apps cannot reach the networkExpand

Work through it in this order:

1. Open Kuaimiao VPN and confirm your network connection works.

2. Go to My > Settings > VPN settings > Proxy settings and switch TUN mode on.

3. Return to the main screen, disconnect, then restart the app.

Stages for fixing TUN mode disconnectionsExpand

If neither step helps, tap Cover on the My page of the app and we will assist you directly.

1. Update Kuaimiao VPN to the latest version — reinstall it if needed — then connect and try again.

2. If it still drops with TUN mode, open your computer's network connections and look for a virtual adapter named 'tun0' or 'Kuaimiao VPN'. If it is missing, reset the network and restart the computer, then turn Kuaimiao VPN on again with TUN mode selected.

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App Store purchase failed: item ID not foundExpand

Log in with a Hong Kong or overseas Apple ID and the purchase will go through.

A failed iOS purchase with this message normally means the Apple ID region is mainland China, where the app is not available.

How to fix an App Store search that returns nothingExpand

Switch to a Hong Kong Apple ID, register a new one, or use our shared account to install it.

A search that finds nothing normally means the app is not listed for the region your Apple ID belongs to.

Why performance sometimes dropsExpand

Pick a lower-latency line and keep the network steady.

The usual cause is network jitter. Rapid switching between networks leaves requests unfinished, which looks like images not loading and messages not sending.

How to resolve iOS 16 connection problemsExpand

Restore network settings once: Settings - General - Transfer or Reset iPhone - Reset - Reset Network Settings.

On some models iOS 16 produces network anomalies that affect Kuaimiao VPN as well.

Why the app is unavailable and what to doExpand

Sign out, log in with a Hong Kong Apple ID and downloads again.

'Unavailable' most frequently means the Apple ID region is mainland China, or that a recent region change is still being processed.

Causes and fixes for verification failuresExpand

Remove the current version and reinstall it with the same Apple ID.

Verification normally fails since the downloads and the update were made under different Apple IDs.

Purchase refused: this item cannot be purchasedExpand

Delete it and reinstall.

If you see this message, verify whether an old version of Kuaimiao VPN is still installed - it clashes with the store version.

Fixing the 'item no longer available' promptExpand

When the store says the item is no longer available, first verify whether an old version of Kuaimiao VPN remains on the device - that is a common source of conflict.

Remove it and reinstall.

Fixing the 'no longer offered' messageExpand

Delete it and reinstall.

When the system reports the app is no longer offered, verify for an old version on the device - it may be the cause.

Fixing update failures caused by a different Apple IDExpand

An incorrect account message normally indicates that downloads and update happened under different Apple IDs.

Go back to the original Apple ID and update, or remove the app and reinstall it with the current one - save your account details first.

Fixing Kuaimiao VPN when it misbehaves on macOSExpand

1. Confirm the app is in the Applications directory; if it is elsewhere, drag it in and reconnect.

2. Test with Safari. When Safari is fine and another browser is not, a proxy or ad-blocking extension in that browser is normally to blame; turn it off.

Keeping the Android client alive in the backgroundExpand

In your phone settings or device manager, allow Kuaimiao VPN to run in the background and grant the related permissions, such as auto-start and start with other apps.

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Why the connection drops periodically and the settings that fix itExpand

Samsung phones:

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Open Smart Manager > App management, tap Manage auto start-up and set Kuaimiao VPN to Allow background running;

Cause: this is normally caused by a system default. Android kills background apps by default, so Kuaimiao VPN may be terminated after a while in the background and your connection drops. Adjust these settings to fix it:

In your phone settings or device manager, allow Kuaimiao VPN to run in the background and grant the related permissions, such as auto-start and start with other apps.

Huawei phones:

Open Settings, search for Battery optimisation, choose Kuaimiao VPN and exclude it from battery optimisation;

Open Settings > App management, choose Kuaimiao VPN, tap Permission management > Background management and choose Allow background running;

Xiaomi phones:

Open Settings > More apps, choose Kuaimiao VPN, tap Power saving strategy and set it to No restrictions;

Open Settings > Special features, choose Game turbo and turn it off;

OPPO phones:

Open Settings > App management, choose Kuaimiao VPN, tap Permission management > Background management and choose Allow background running;

Vivo phones:

Open Settings > Battery, tap Background high power consumption and allow Kuaimiao VPN to keep running;

Meizu phones:

Open Settings > App management, choose Kuaimiao VPN, tap Permission management > Background management and choose Allow background running;

OnePlus phones:

Open Settings > Battery, tap Battery optimisation and set Kuaimiao VPN to No optimisation;

Getting Kuaimiao VPN onto HarmonyOS NEXTExpand

First: open the official site's downloads page in the phone browser and get the Android APK.

Second: head to Huawei AppGallery and install Zhuoyitong.

Third: open Zhuoyitong and import the APK through File Transfer.

Fourth: tap the APK, choose Install anyway, and when it finishes open the app and tap Turn on to connect.

Fixing the VPN permission prompt at sign-inExpand

Work through it in this order:

1. Open your phone's Settings and search for VPN apps.

2. Open Other VPN apps and turn off Always-on for each one.

3. Restart the Kuaimiao VPN app to apply the changes.

Fixing Android TV layout mismatchesExpand

This one needs a device-specific build. Reach support through the Kuaimiao VPN app or the official website, tell us the model, and a matched installer will be provided.

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