Slowdowns during peak hours
Start with a suitable route
Slow connections during peak hours can be caused by your local network, the international link or the destination website—not always the client. X1VPN's route guide explains IEPL, relay and direct connections to help you troubleshoot by use case. Start with a route that matches your destination region. If congestion occurs, keep your existing settings and test another route. Check whether pages load fully and videos play smoothly; the connection icon alone tells you less. Route type can help guide your choice, but it does not guarantee the same experience at every hour.
Read the route guide