Clash Global Mode Explained Simply | Generated by AI
Great question! “Global mode” in Clash means all traffic goes through the proxy. Here’s how it works:
Global Mode Flow:
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DNS Resolution — When your device requests a domain (e.g.,
google.com), Clash intercepts it and uses its configured DNS servers to resolve it to an IP address. - Routing Decision — Clash then decides where to send the traffic:
- In global mode, ALL traffic (not just specific domains/IPs) gets routed through your proxy/VPN.
- This is different from Rule mode, where only certain traffic matching your rules goes through the proxy.
- Proxy Forwarding — The resolved traffic is then sent through your configured proxy server(s) to reach the destination.
Why use global mode?
- Everything encrypted and routed through your proxy (more privacy)
- Bypasses geo-blocking or restrictions everywhere
- Useful when you want complete anonymity
The DNS configuration’s role:
nameserver:
- 8.8.8.8
- 1.1.1.1
These resolve domain names to IPs. When Clash gets a DNS query, it uses these servers. The fallback servers are backups if the primary ones fail.
Fake-IP mode advantage:
fake-ip-range: 198.18.0.1/16
Instead of waiting for real DNS resolution, Clash assigns temporary fake IPs instantly and resolves in the background—faster response times.
Common issue: If you’re getting DNS errors in global mode, it usually means either the nameservers are unreachable or there’s a conflict with your system’s DNS settings. Make sure your proxy connection is working first before enabling global mode.
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