Android Setup Guide

This guide walks you through connecting your Android device to CompassVPN using v2rayNG, a free app: install it, paste in your connection link, and connect.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, you’ll need:

• A configuration link from your CompassVPN server
• An Android device running Android 6.0 or later

Step 1: Install v2rayNG

1. On your Android device, open the latest v2rayNG release on GitHub
2. Under Assets, download the arm64-v8a.apk file
3. Open the downloaded file to install it (allow installing from unknown sources if your device asks)
4. Once installed, open the application

Step 2: Configure v2rayNG

Before importing your configuration links, set these options for the best experience:

1. Tap the menu icon (three lines) in the top-left corner
2. Select Settings
3. Set the following:

Keep your Android device and v2rayNG updated to the latest versions.

Step 3: Import Configuration

1. Copy the configuration link provided by your CompassVPN server
2. Open v2rayNG
3. Tap the + button in the bottom-right corner
4. Select Import config from clipboard
5. The app will automatically detect and import the configuration

Step 4: Connect to CompassVPN

1. After importing, you’ll see the server configuration in the list
2. Tap on the configuration to select it
3. Tap the button at the bottom to connect
4. When connected, you’ll see a notification showing the connection status
5. A key icon will also appear in your status bar

Step 5: Test Your Connection

1. Once connected, open your web browser
2. Visit browserleaks.com/ip
3. Verify that your IP address has changed to the VPN server’s IP

Advanced Features

Split Tunneling

v2rayNG allows you to choose which apps use the VPN connection. It’s recommended to bypass local or regional applications (like Iranian or Chinese apps) that should go through your national network:

1. Tap the menu icon (three lines) in the top-left corner
2. Select Settings
3. Tap App Proxy
4. Choose one of the following options:
   • Bypass apps: Selected apps will NOT use the VPN (Recommended for local/regional apps)
   • Proxy apps: Only selected apps will use the VPN
5. Select the apps you want to include or exclude

Multiple Configurations

CompassVPN provides multiple configuration links that you can import and use:

1. Import each configuration following the steps above
2. To switch between configurations, simply tap on the desired one
3. Tap the button to connect to the selected server