How to Set Up Hiddify on Android

Download and Install Hiddify App

Open the Google Play Store on your Android device to download Hiddify, or use the link below.

Get Hiddify Google Play Store

If you prefer direct APK installation, you can find the downloads on the GitHub Releases page.

Copy NodeNow Subscription URL

You need your unique subscription URL to fetch the server list in Hiddify.

Log in to NodeNow Account Center via your mobile browser.
Navigate to the My Subscriptions menu.
Click the Copy Subscription (Universal) button to copy your URL to the clipboard.

Your subscription URL contains sensitive account information. Do not share it with others.

Copy the NodeNow subscription URL in an Android browser

Add Subscription (Import)

Open Hiddify and import your configuration.

On the initial Hiddify screen, grant any requested permissions.
Tap the + (Add) button located at the top right or center of the screen.
Select Add from Clipboard. Hiddify will automatically detect and import your copied link.
Once added, return to the main dashboard.

Add a subscription URL to Hiddify on Android

Connect to VPN

You're all set!

Tap the large round button (Connect/Tap to Connect) in the center of the dashboard.
When prompted by Android for VPN permission, tap OK.
The button will change to an active state, and a key icon will appear in your status bar, confirming you're connected.

You can manually select specific nodes or countries from the Proxies tab at the bottom.

Allow and connect the VPN in Hiddify on Android

Hiddify Android Troubleshooting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

This is a standard Android warning for apps downloaded outside the Play Store. Hiddify is open-source and safe; just click 'Download anyway' to proceed.

You likely installed an APK version incompatible with your CPU. Most modern Android phones are 64-bit; try installing the arm64-v8a version for better stability.

Your phone's battery optimization may be killing Hiddify in the background. Go to Settings > Apps > Hiddify and set Battery usage to 'Unrestricted'.

Network restrictions might be blocking some nodes. Swipe down on the server list to refresh and manually select a node with low ping (latency).

Android 13/14+ requires explicit permission for apps to read the clipboard. Allow Clipboard access in the popup or system settings to enable this feature.