Understand the terms in a minute
Plain-language definitions of the terms used across the service.
- Enterprise secure connection
- An encrypted network-connection service for individuals and teams, using enterprise-grade protocols and certificate authentication for stable, secure cross-border access.
- Encrypted line
- A dedicated, end-to-end encrypted network channel so data is not exposed in transit; suited to cross-border access that needs stability and privacy.
- Cross-border access
- Reaching services and content hosted in another region from your current network, using an encrypted connection for a steadier, lower-latency link.
- Cisco Secure Client
- Cisco official secure-connection client (formerly AnyConnect), available on major app stores and compatible with this service one-tap import and passwordless certificate login.
- OpenConnect / ocserv
- An open-source secure-connection protocol and server used as this service enterprise-grade transport; desktop and command line can also connect with the OpenConnect client.
- Client-certificate authentication
- Uses a one-time imported certificate instead of a username and password for identity; on iOS it enables install once, then connect without a password. Android and desktop use account + password by default.
- One-tap profile import
- A mechanism that imports every route and certificate into the client server list at once, avoiding manual per-entry setup.
- Global mode
- Routes all network traffic through the encrypted line; the most stable way to reach overseas services.
- Split-routing (China-direct) mode
- Smart routing where domestic sites connect directly and only overseas traffic uses the encrypted line, balancing speed and reach.
- Concurrent devices
- How many devices one account may keep online at the same time, determined by the plan tier.
- Super-tunnel (TCP)
- A TCP-only connection mode that is steadier when the network blocks UDP; off by default and enabled manually when needed.
- Peak speed
- The top transfer rate for a plan tier; see the plans comparison table for exact figures. Data is likewise tiered by plan.
- DTLS
- A UDP-based encrypted transport protocol with low latency, used in the default connection mode for faster response.
- Free trial
- A trial period granted automatically on sign-up (24 hours currently); try before you buy, no payment required.