Mode Overview
Manual Policy Mode
Manual Policy usually maps to Selector groups. It will not switch nodes by itself; it follows your choice. For cross-border commerce, specific regions, account safety, and long-running sessions, a fixed policy is often more predictable than automatic switching.
- Routing behaviorForward traffic through the node or policy group selected by the user.
- Common namesSelector, Manual, Policy group.
- Best forSpecific regions, stable account sessions, specific access requirements.
Use Cases
When to use it
Fixed region access
TikTok, YouTube, Netflix, and commerce dashboards often require a stable region.
Account safety
Reducing exit changes can lower the chance of triggering account risk checks.
Performance comparison
Switch nodes manually and compare latency, speed, and business results.
Setup
Setup advice
- Test before choosingFilter out unhealthy nodes first, then choose by region and workflow.
- Save common choicesKeep stable nodes in an easy-to-reach group or label them clearly.
- Prepare backupsManual mode will not self-heal, so keep a backup node ready.
Best Practice
Usage notes
Best practice: Manual Policy is for situations where you know the exit you want. If you only want low latency, Auto Select is easier.