A Solid Open-Source Client for Xray and V2Ray
If you're after a dependable way to handle proxy connections on Windows, v2rayN is one of the go-to desktop clients out there right now. It's essentially a graphical front-end for the Xray and V2Ray cores, taking the pain out of importing server configs, hopping between protocols, setting up routing rules, and steering your network traffic — all without touching a single JSON file by hand.
This site is here to give you a safe, no-nonsense way to grab the latest v2rayN build straight from the official GitHub releases, along with guides, install walkthroughs, troubleshooting help, and documentation for newcomers and power users alike.
Whether this is your first proxy setup or you're juggling several profiles across different networks, you should find what you need right here.
v2rayN is a free, open-source Windows app that gives you a proper interface for the Xray and V2Ray ecosystem. Rather than hand-editing dense JSON files, you manage servers, subscriptions, routing rules, DNS settings, and proxy modes through a UI that actually makes sense.
It covers most of the protocols you'd expect — VMess, VLESS, Trojan, Shadowsocks, SOCKS5, and HTTP — so it fits a wide range of setups. On top of that, you get the more advanced stuff too: TUN mode, system proxy integration, QR code imports, subscription handling, and flexible traffic routing.
The big difference from a typical VPN is that v2rayN doesn't just funnel everything through one encrypted tunnel. You get to decide exactly which apps, domains, or IPs go through the proxy and which connect directly. That kind of control is a big part of why developers, researchers, sysadmins, and privacy-focused users tend to gravitate toward it.
// Loading protocols configuration...
● VPN Bypass Direct Outbounds Activated.
Part of why v2rayN has caught on is that it doesn't force you to pick between simple and powerful. New users can drop in a subscription link and be connected in a couple of minutes, while anyone who wants to go deeper has full access to routing policies, DNS tweaks, and a choice of proxy cores.
A few standout points:
Since the project stays actively maintained, you get a steady stream of fixes, compatibility patches, and support for whatever new networking tech comes along.
Every download link on this site points straight to the official GitHub Releases page, published by the actual maintainers — nothing gets mirrored or repackaged here.
Before you hit download, double check your system specs and grab the build that matches your OS and processor.
Each release comes with release notes and a version history, so it's easy to see what's changed if you're updating from an older build.
Grab pre-compiled software archives safely. These points directly to official repository release assets.
Good news: installing v2rayN is pretty painless. It comes as a portable ZIP, so there's no installer wizard to click through and nothing gets buried in your system files. Download it, unzip it, add a server, and you're online.
Here's the full walkthrough, whether this is your first time setting it up or you're just updating an old copy.
Head to the official GitHub repo and download the newest version using the link above.
You'll need to pick the right build for your machine:
Stick to the official source — it's the safest way to make sure you're not getting a tampered or outdated copy.
Once it's downloaded:
C:\v2rayNSince it's portable, everything lives in this one folder. Want to back it up or move it to another PC later? Just copy the folder — no reinstall needed.
Go into the folder you just extracted and double-click v2rayN.exe.
Windows will probably throw up a Firewall or Defender prompt asking for network permission — go ahead and click Allow Access. Without it, the app can't route your traffic through a proxy.
The first time you open it, v2rayN might ask to download a core engine if it doesn't detect one already.
v2rayN can run on a couple of different cores — Xray Core and sing-box are the main options.
If you're not sure which to pick, go with Xray Core. It's the safer default and handles VMess, VLESS, Trojan, Shadowsocks, and Reality without any hiccups.
Curious about sing-box later on? You can switch over anytime — your server configs will carry over fine.
You won't be able to connect to anything until you've got at least one server set up. v2rayN gives you a few ways to do that:
Once it's added, it'll show up in your server list on the main screen.
Click on the server you want and set it active.
Got several servers in your subscription? Run the Ping or Real Delay Test to see which one responds fastest from your location — worth doing before you settle in for a long browsing session.
Now you need to decide how your traffic actually gets routed.
The go-to option for most people. Routes your browser and other proxy-aware apps through the server.
Only sends specific sites or apps through the proxy based on a rule set, while everything else connects normally.
The most aggressive option — sets up a virtual adapter and pushes nearly all your traffic through the proxy, similar to how a full VPN behaves, but with more routing flexibility.
Pick whichever fits how you actually use your connection day to day.
Once your proxy mode is on:
Not working? Try refreshing your subscription, switching servers, or checking that your firewall isn't quietly blocking the app in the background.
New versions roll out fairly often with bug fixes and new protocol support, so it's worth updating every so often.
Here's how:
Keeping the app and core current is the easiest way to avoid weird bugs and stay on the best performance.
Running into trouble? Check these first before digging deeper:
Grab the latest v2rayN release from the official GitHub page, work through our install guide, and dig into the tutorials we've put together on configuration, routing, troubleshooting, and the more advanced networking features. First-timer or seasoned admin, the goal is the same — get you using v2rayN confidently.