Menu labels may vary across operating systems, clients, and versions. This guide uses common terms such as “subscription,” “configuration,” and “import from URL” to describe where to find each option. Follow the labels shown in your user dashboard and current client. Import your subscription before connecting; a client that is open does not necessarily mean the network proxy is active.
Create an account and open the dashboard
Start by opening the account link below and setting a username and password. G8VPN does not require an email address; a username and password are all you need to create an account. Choose a username that's easy to recognize and remember, and use a password you don't use on other sites. Before submitting, check your keyboard layout and capitalization. Save your credentials in a trusted password manager so you can still sign in when you switch devices.
When you're done, follow the page prompts to open the user dashboard. If you land on the login screen, sign in with the username and password you just created. Once you're in, find “Account Overview” to confirm you're signed in to the right account, then check the plans and downloads sections. The marketing site explains the service; the user dashboard is where you manage your plan, get your subscription, and download clients. You'll do most of the remaining setup in the dashboard, not by searching the overview pages for an installer.
If you already have an account, use the “Log in” link in the navigation instead of creating another one. If your credentials don't work, check that you haven't entered details for a different account before trying again. For more help with account access and subscription management, see Account and subscription help. This guide continues with the steps for getting started.
Start FreeChoose a plan and review the order
Open Plans in the user dashboard and first distinguish between monthly subscriptions and data packages. Monthly subscriptions are ¥9.9/month for 60GB, ¥18/month for 250GB, and ¥28/month for 500GB. Data resets monthly on the date your plan starts. Consider how you use the service: browsing, messaging, and everyday tools typically use less data than frequent video streaming or file downloads. Compare the data allowance and billing terms, then choose what fits your habits.
Data packages last until the data is used and never expire. Options are ¥158/300GB, ¥358/1000GB, and ¥658/3000GB. Unlike monthly subscriptions, package data does not reset, so price alone won't tell you how long it will last. Still comparing? Check the details for both options on the full pricing page, then return to the dashboard to choose. All plans allow unlimited simultaneous devices; keep an eye on data use when connecting multiple devices.
Once you've chosen a plan, check the plan name, price, and data allowance in the order, then follow the page instructions to pay. Alipay, WeChat Pay, and USDT are supported; follow the instructions on the order page for payment details. After paying, return to the dashboard and check the order and plan status. Closing the payment page or clicking Back does not mean the order has been updated. If the status hasn't changed, check the existing order before creating another one.
G8VPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. See the Terms of Service for the request requirements. If you upgrade a monthly subscription mid-cycle, the price difference is converted into remaining days; an upgrade does not restart the full billing period. Once the dashboard shows your selected plan, continue to get your subscription.
Choose this planGet your subscription from the dashboard
Open Account Overview in the user dashboard and find the subscription or subscription import section. The subscription link lets your client retrieve server configuration; it is not a regular web address or an installer. Copy the link using the dashboard button, then paste it into the subscription or configuration section of your client. Don't send it to someone else to handle. You must be signed in to get your subscription; this guide does not provide a public subscription link.
If the dashboard offers a quick import option for your client, you can install and open the client first, then return to the dashboard to use it. Your browser may ask whether to open the app. Check that the app name matches the client you're using before proceeding. If nothing happens, switch to manual import: copy the subscription link and choose “Import from URL” or a similar option in the client. There's no need to keep clicking the quick import button.
Paste the link directly after copying it to avoid missing characters when retyping. A subscription link may contain account-identifying parameters, so keep it as secure as your account credentials. Don't include it in public screenshots, shared documents, or public discussions. When contacting support, you can share the error message and where it occurred, but never post the full link publicly. If you think the link has been exposed, check whether the dashboard offers a reset option or submit a support ticket through the dashboard.
You don't need to learn about protocols or routing rules yet. Once your plan is active and the subscription link is copied, continue to the platform-specific instructions below. A successful import means the client can update its configuration and display a server list—not just save a configuration name.
Get your subscriptionInstall and import by platform
Sign in to the dashboard, open Downloads, and choose a client for your device. You can access download links for Windows, macOS, Android, and Linux without buying a plan; you'll still need an active account to get the subscription required to connect. Available iOS downloads depend on your account status in the dashboard. The steps below cover common setup flows for desktop and mobile clients; menu names may differ between versions.
Downloading and importing are separate steps: installation prepares the app to run, while importing your subscription loads the servers associated with your account. Choose a client provided by the dashboard that supports your subscription format. Don't import the configuration into a VPN app designed for a different purpose. If the download page includes specific instructions, follow them to choose a client and import method.
Get the clientWindows: Find the desktop client's configuration settings
In the dashboard's Downloads section, select Windows and follow the instructions to download and install the G8VPN client. Open the main window and look for “Configuration,” “Subscription,” or a similar settings section. Choose an option such as Add Remote Configuration, Import from URL, or Import from Link, then paste the subscription you copied from the dashboard into the address field. You can add a note in the name field to help identify it. Save and update the configuration, wait for the server list to appear, then select it as the active configuration.
Next, open the server or proxy page, choose a server, and enable the system proxy or connection toggle. Some desktop clients stay in the system tray when you close the main window, so a hidden window doesn't necessarily mean the connection has stopped. For your first setup, keep the default rules and don't enable additional routing modes or change advanced network settings. When you're done, turn off the proxy or disconnect in the client before quitting the app to restore your previous network settings.
macOS: Import a subscription and allow network configuration
Choose the macOS client in the dashboard and open the app after installation. Find “Subscription,” “Profiles,” or the remote configuration settings, then add your subscription using its link and save and update it. If the app mainly runs from the menu bar, click its menu bar icon to open the controls, then go to configuration settings. After adding the subscription, make sure you've selected it rather than a blank or outdated configuration.
The first time you connect, macOS may ask you to approve a network configuration or related permission. Check that the request comes from the client you just installed, then follow the system prompts. If a permission issue prevents the connection, check the relevant alert in System Settings; don't disable system security features. Once the configuration is active, choose a server, connect, and test the target website in your browser. If another proxy client is running, disconnect it first to prevent conflicting system proxy settings.
Android: Import a remote subscription and authorize the connection
In the dashboard's Downloads section, select Android, follow the instructions to install the G8VPN client, and open it. Find the option to add a configuration, choose Import from URL or Link, paste in your subscription, and save it. If the client asks for a name, enter a short note to identify the account or configuration source. Paste the full subscription link in the address field; don't add the note to the link. After updating, select the configuration and open the server list.
Choose a server and tap Connect. Android may ask you to authorize the VPN connection. Check that the app's source and name are correct, allow the connection, then return to the client to check its status. Keep the app in the foreground during your first test. Once access is working, you can switch to other apps. If the connection drops in the background, check your device's background activity and battery settings for the app. Menu names vary by device; see the Help Center for troubleshooting steps.
iOS: Dashboard access and subscription updates
In the user dashboard, select iOS and follow the instructions currently shown to get the client. Available iOS downloads depend on your account status: you need a purchased plan that hasn't expired. Check the dashboard for current availability. If no download option is available, check your plan status, and don't install configuration profiles from unknown sources. After installation, open a client that supports your subscription format and find the subscription, configuration, or remote configuration option.
Use the dashboard's quick import option, or copy the subscription and paste it manually. Save and update the subscription, make sure the server list appears, and choose a server. The first time you connect, follow the system prompt to allow the VPN configuration, then return to the app to complete the connection. A connection status in iOS only confirms that the network configuration is enabled. Test the service you actually want to use in the next step to confirm the server meets your needs.
Linux users can also get the relevant client and instructions from the dashboard's Downloads section. For details on command-line tools, IDE extensions, or differences in access to AI tools, read the AI Access Guide. You don't need to configure these use cases during your initial client setup.
Connect to a server and verify access
Return to the client's main screen and confirm that the right configuration is selected and the subscription updated without errors. Choose a server and connect. On desktop, check that the system proxy is enabled; on mobile, make sure the system has authorized the connection. For your first session, keep the client's default routing mode. You can learn about the difference between rule-based and global modes later; there's no need to change every setting just to test the connection.
First, visit a website that normally works to confirm your local connection is online. Then open the international website or tool you actually need. A page that loads, an account that signs in successfully, and content that continues to load are more meaningful checks. A successful connection indicator, a status icon, or a refreshed server list alone cannot guarantee access to a particular platform.
If regular websites load but a specific service still shows an error, note the message and check whether it relates to regional policies, account permissions, or the connection. Streaming and AI services may also make decisions based on account status and your exit region, so not every error means your subscription has stopped working. To try another server, stop what you're doing, choose one in a region supported by the service, and test again. Avoid switching exit locations repeatedly while signing in or making a payment.
If nothing loads, check in this order: local network, successful subscription update, selected configuration, and active connection. Change one setting at a time, then revisit the same page to see what made a difference. If the issue persists, visit Connection and troubleshooting help or submit a support ticket in the dashboard. Include your device's operating system, client name, error message, and steps you've tried. Hide your account credentials and the full subscription link.
After verifying your connection, configure automatic subscription updates and launch at startup if needed; available options depend on your client. For everyday use, keep an eye on your plan status, remaining data, and configuration updates. To use another device, sign in to the same account, get the client for that platform, and repeat the import steps. G8VPN allows unlimited simultaneous devices.