Location Services
Location & Server Guide
Master server location selection for optimal performance. Learn how to choose the best servers for your needs.
Featured Locations
Our most popular and reliable server locations:
Amsterdam
EU hub with high capacity, all protocols, multiple servers
London
UK gateway with premium speeds and streaming optimization
Hong Kong
Asia gateway with low latency and multiple backups
Toronto
North America presence with privacy focus
Doha
Middle East access with stable connections
Tokyo
East Asia hub with gaming optimization
Choosing the Right Location
Identify Your Purpose
Are you streaming, gaming, browsing, or need privacy? Different activities benefit from different servers.
Check Geographic Distance
Closer servers mean lower latency. Start with servers nearest to your physical location.
Review Server Load
Check status indicators. Green means low load and better performance.
Match Protocol
Some locations work better with specific protocols. Try WGuard first, then Reality.
Test Performance
Connect and run a speed test. Try alternatives if results are below expectations.
Smart Selection
Enable auto-select in settings to let OrbVPN automatically choose the best server based on your location and current network conditions.
Regional Access Guide
Europe
Primary: Amsterdam, London. Backup: Frankfurt, Paris. Best for streaming EU content.
Asia Pacific
Primary: Hong Kong, Tokyo. Backup: Singapore. Optimal for Asian content access.
Americas
Primary: New York, Toronto. Backup: LA, Miami. Great for US streaming services.
Middle East
Primary: Doha, Dubai. Backup: Tel Aviv. Best for regional access needs.
Location Sorting Options
Organize servers to find what you need quickly:
Alphabetical
Sort A-Z for easy browsing and finding specific countries or cities.
Continental
Group by continent - perfect when targeting a specific region.
Congestion
Sort by server load to find the fastest, least crowded options.
Crypto Friendly
Filter locations that support cryptocurrency-related activities.
Location-Based Use Cases
Streaming Services
Choose servers in the country where content is available. Use streaming-optimized locations.
Gaming
Select servers with lowest ping to game servers. Usually closest geographic location.
Privacy
Switzerland, Netherlands, Iceland - countries with strong privacy laws.
Bypassing Restrictions
Choose servers outside restricted regions. Use Reality protocol for best results.
Common Location Issues
Can't Connect to Location
Server may be offline. Try backup server in same country or nearby location.
Slow Speed at Location
High load on server. Switch to alternative server in same region.
Content Still Blocked
Try different server in same country. Some services block specific IPs.
High Latency
Server too far away. Choose geographically closer location.
Location Tips
Save your favorite locations for quick access. You can have different favorites for different activities - streaming, gaming, work.
Need Location Help?
Our support team can recommend the best server locations for your specific needs and region.