TLDR: Servers are referred as Exit IPs.
Like most VPN providers, Hoody allows users to select custom locations that they can use as Exit IPs. However, Hoody distinguishes itself by offering an extensive network of more than 45 different locations, providing users with a wide range of options to suit their needs. This comprehensive coverage eliminates the need for users to rely on multiple VPN providers to access different regions.
Hoody offers multiple connection modes to cater to various user needs:
All locations in Hoody's network are accessible through these protocols, allowing you to choose the best option for your requirements. For more details on each protocol and guidance on selecting the most suitable one for your scenario, refer to our article on Hoody's connection protocols.
One of the key features that sets Hoody apart from other VPN providers is its always-on double-hop architecture. Every connection made through Hoody, regardless of the mode or location selected, always passes through a Hoody Relay before reaching the chosen Exit IP. This additional hop provides an extra layer of security and anonymity, ensuring that the user's true IP address is never directly exposed to the destination server.
By routing all traffic through a Hoody Relay first, users can effectively obscure their online activities from their ISP and any other parties attempting to monitor their connection. The ISP can only see that the user is connected to a Hoody Relay, without any visibility into the final destination or the nature of the traffic.
The locations mentioned in this article refer to Hoody's Datacenter Mode. In this mode, the Exit IPs are located in datacenters such as Leaseweb, Worldstream, M247, OVH, Bacloud..., which are optimized for speed due of greater peering with endpoints. Datacenter Mode is ideal for users who prioritize fast connections and low latency.
However, at times, some websites are not friendly towards VPNs in general, in the eventuality of a website being only allowed from a Home ISP, Hoody offers two other location modes:
Streaming Mode: Optimized for accessing geo-restricted streaming content, with Exit IPs specifically chosen to bypass regional blocks and ensure smooth streaming experiences.
Residential Mode: Utilizes Exit IPs assigned to residential internet connections, providing a more natural browsing experience and helping to blend in with regular internet traffic.
These additional modes give users the flexibility to choose the best option for their specific needs, whether it's high-speed performance, streaming compatibility (think Netflix, Hulu...), or enhanced anonymity.
For users who want to experience Hoody's service without committing to a paid plan, Hoody offers a Free Mode with limited access to three locations:
In Free Mode, the connection speed is limited to 1MB/s per location per IP. This throttling is implemented without the need for users to sign up, maintaining their anonymity. For more information on how Hoody achieves speed throttling while preserving user privacy, please refer to our logging policy article.
Hoody's Datacenter list of locations includes:
Unlike other VPN providers that allow users to select specific servers within each location, Hoody takes a different approach. As Hoody always operates with a double-hop architecture, the servers handle the load balancing internally. This means that users don't have direct control over server selection, but rather rely on Hoody's intelligent load balancing system to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Hoody's primary focus is on protecting user privacy, and as such, the company prioritizes anonymity over server consistency. Exit IPs may change regularly as part of Hoody's commitment to maintaining a high level of privacy and security for its users. This dynamic approach helps to prevent tracking and correlation of user activities.