In 2026, using the v2rayNG configuration with the Trojan protocol remains the mainstream choice for Android users to balance performance and masquerading. Although new technologies such as VLESS Reality are emerging, Trojan performs robustly in dealing with Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) thanks to its perfect imitation of TLS traffic.
The following is a complete configuration guide for the latest 2026 version of v2rayNG and Trojan.
1. Why still use Trojan in 2026?
Although there are many V2Ray protocols, Trojan has its unique advantages:
- Ultimate Disguise: It doesn’t use custom encryption; instead, it uses the standard TLS handshake directly, making your traffic look like you’re accessing a regular HTTPS website.
- Low Latency: Compared to established protocols like VMess, Trojan has lower header overhead, and its performance on Hiddify or v2rayNG is closer to the original network speed.
- Mature Ecosystem: Trojan is perfectly supported by almost all providers and custom panels (such as 3X-UI).
2. How to add a Trojan node in v2rayNG?
In the latest v2rayNG version (such as v1.10.x+) in 2026, the operation process has been greatly simplified:
Method A: Via subscription link (recommended)
- Open v2rayNG and click the three-line menu in the top left corner.
- Enter Subscription settings.
- Click the + in the top right corner, enter a note, paste the Trojan subscription address provided by your provider, and click save.
- Return to the main interface, click the three dots in the upper right corner, and select “Update subscription”.
Method B: Manually configure a single node
If you are using a self-hosted server, you can enter the information manually:
- Alias: Custom
- Address: Server IP or domain name
- Port: Usually 443
- Password: Your Trojan password
- Transport protocol: Select TCP
- TLS: Must select tls
- SNI: Enter your fake domain name
3. Advanced Optimization Suggestions for 2026 (Must Read)
To ensure no disconnections during special periods, Hiddify.dev suggests you make the following minor adjustments in v2rayNG:
- Enable Xray Core: v2rayNG supports switching cores. Go to “Settings” to confirm that you are using the latest Xray-core, as it handles Trojan concurrency better.
- Enable Traffic Splitting: Enable “Bypass Mainland China” in settings. This prevents domestic apps (such as WeChat and Douyin) from using proxies, which could cause lag or account abnormalities.
- Try Trojan-Go Obfuscation: If your environment is subject to extremely strict scrutiny, verify whether your service provider supports the Trojan-Go plugin by configuring the WebSocket path in v2rayNG’s “Transport Settings”.
4. 2026 Performance Benchmark: Trojan vs. Other Protocols
| Protocol | Anti-blockade Capability | Speed Performance | Battery Efficiency | Recommendation Level |
| Trojan | High (imitating HTTPS) | Extremely Fast | Excellent | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| VLESS Reality | Extremely High (Strongest) | Extremely Fast | Excellent | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| VMess | Middle | General | General | ⭐⭐ |
| Hysteria 2 | High | Strongest (Unlimited Speed) | Slightly consumes power | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Summary
Trojan is a perennial favorite for v2rayNG users seeking stability. If you find that Trojan nodes frequently time out, it’s recommended to visit Hiddify.dev and try our cross-platform open-source client, which is specifically optimized for handling Trojan’s TLS handshake. Connection speeds are typically more than 20% faster than older versions of v2rayNG.