What Is Clash Verge Rev?

Clash Verge Rev is one of the most actively maintained Clash clients for Windows. It is a community-driven continuation of the original Clash Verge project, rebuilt with a modern Tauri-based interface and powered by the Mihomo core (widely known as Clash Meta). If you searched for a Clash Verge Rev tutorial because Clash for Windows no longer receives updates, you are looking at the right client for Windows 11 in 2026.

Compared with legacy tools, Clash Verge Rev ships with better protocol support (including newer proxy transports), a cleaner dashboard, built-in profile management, and regular release cycles on GitHub. The app runs comfortably on Windows 11 Home and Pro, supports both installer and portable packages, and gives you fine-grained control over rule-based routing, TUN mode, and DNS settings — all from a single desktop window plus a system tray icon.

This guide walks you through the full Windows 11 install workflow: from your first Clash Verge Rev download to importing a subscription and turning on proxy for everyday browsing. No prior Clash experience is required; follow the steps in order and you should be connected within ten minutes.

Before You Start

Make sure your PC meets these basic requirements before downloading Clash Verge Rev:

  • Operating system: Windows 11 (64-bit). The current builds target x64; ARM-based Windows devices may need to check release notes for experimental builds.
  • Administrator access: Required once when installing the TUN service or allowing firewall rules on first launch.
  • A Clash-compatible subscription: Most proxy providers supply an HTTPS subscription URL or a downloadable .yaml profile. You need one before Step 5.
  • Network access: Your PC must reach GitHub to download the client, and reach your provider's subscription endpoint to fetch nodes.
Clash Verge Rev is free and open source. You still need a paid or self-hosted proxy service to obtain working nodes — the client itself does not include any servers.

Download Clash Verge Rev for Windows 11

The safest place for a Clash Verge Rev download is the official GitHub repository. Third-party download mirrors sometimes bundle outdated or modified builds, so stick to the source.

  1. Open the Clash Verge Rev Releases page on GitHub.
  2. Find the latest stable release (avoid pre-release tags unless you intentionally want beta features).
  3. Under Assets, download the Windows installer. Typical filenames look like:
    • Clash.Verge_2.x.x_x64-setup.exe — recommended for most users; adds Start Menu entry and auto-update support.
    • Clash.Verge_2.x.x_x64-portable.zip — no installation; extract and run from any folder (useful on restricted PCs).
  4. Save the file to a folder you can find easily, such as Downloads.
Verify the download size matches the release notes. If your browser or antivirus quarantines the file, confirm you downloaded from the official repository before adding an exception.

Clash Verge Rev vs. Clash for Windows

Many older tutorials still reference Clash for Windows (CfW). That project is discontinued and its GitHub repository was removed. Clash Verge Rev fills the same role on Windows but uses the Mihomo core, receives ongoing security patches, and offers a refreshed UI with better Windows 11 integration (including improved tray behavior and service-mode setup). If you are migrating from CfW, export any custom rules you still need, then import your provider subscription fresh in Verge Rev — profile formats are compatible, but a clean import avoids stale local paths.

Install Clash Verge Rev on Windows 11

The installer route is the simplest path for a permanent setup. Portable builds skip this section — extract the ZIP and jump to the first-launch step.

  1. Double-click the downloaded *-setup.exe file.
  2. If Windows SmartScreen shows Windows protected your PC, click More info, then Run anyway. Open-source apps without expensive code-signing certificates often trigger this warning even when the build is legitimate.
  3. Follow the setup wizard: accept the license, choose an install location (the default under Program Files is fine), and click Install.
  4. When finished, leave Launch Clash Verge checked and click Finish.

After installation, Clash Verge Rev adds a shortcut to the Start Menu and optionally the desktop. You can also launch it by searching Clash Verge in the Windows search bar.

First Launch and Permissions

The first time you open Clash Verge Rev, Windows may ask for several permissions. Allow them so the proxy stack can function correctly.

  1. Windows Firewall: When prompted, allow Clash Verge Rev on private networks. Without this, local proxy ports cannot accept connections from browsers and apps.
  2. Main window: The dashboard shows connection status, current mode, and quick toggles for System Proxy and TUN. The app also minimizes to the system tray — look for the Verge icon near the clock.
  3. Language: The interface defaults to English. You can switch languages in Settings if needed; this does not affect your proxy configuration.
  4. Service mode (later): When you first enable TUN mode, the app installs a system service. Confirm the UAC prompt — this is normal and required for capturing non-proxy-aware traffic.

At this stage the client is running but not yet routing traffic. You still need a profile and an enabled proxy toggle — covered in the next sections.

Import Your Subscription

Clash Verge Rev, like other Clash clients, relies on a YAML configuration profile that lists your proxy nodes, proxy groups, and routing rules. Most users load this through a subscription URL from their provider.

Get a Clash Subscription URL

Log in to your proxy provider's dashboard and copy the Clash or Clash Meta / Mihomo subscription link. It usually starts with https:// and ends with a long token. Keep this URL private — anyone with the link can use your account bandwidth.

If your provider only offers a raw .yaml file, download it to your PC. Clash Verge Rev can import local files as well as remote URLs.

Add the Profile in Clash Verge Rev

  1. Open Clash Verge Rev and click Profiles in the left sidebar (sometimes labeled with a document icon).
  2. Click New or the import button at the top of the profile list.
  3. Choose Remote and paste your subscription URL into the input field. For a local file, choose Local and browse to the downloaded YAML.
  4. Give the profile a recognizable name (for example, your provider name plus the expiry month).
  5. Click Save or Import. The client fetches the configuration and displays it in the list.
  6. Select the new profile so it becomes active — an indicator (often a colored dot or highlight) shows which profile is loaded.
Use the profile refresh button after your provider rotates nodes or renews your plan. Stale profiles are a common reason for "connected but no internet" symptoms.

Enable System Proxy and TUN Mode

Loading a profile alone does not redirect traffic. You must turn on the proxy switch and pick an operating mode.

Turn On System Proxy

  1. Go to the Home or Dashboard page.
  2. Toggle System Proxy to ON. Windows will route HTTP/HTTPS and SOCKS-aware applications through Clash's local mixed port (default 7897 or similar — check Settings if connections fail).
  3. Confirm the tray icon shows an active state (often colored rather than gray).

When to Use TUN Mode

System Proxy covers browsers, most chat apps, and many desktop programs. Some software — games, certain IDEs, command-line tools — ignores Windows proxy settings. For those cases, enable TUN Mode on the Home page:

  1. Toggle TUN Mode ON.
  2. Approve the UAC prompt to install the Clash Verge service if this is your first time.
  3. Wait a few seconds for the virtual adapter to initialize.

TUN captures IP-level traffic at the OS layer, so nearly every application goes through Clash's rule engine. The trade-off is slightly higher resource usage; for everyday web browsing, System Proxy alone is often enough.

Choose Rule, Global, or Direct Mode

Clash Verge Rev supports three routing modes, usually selectable from the Home page or the tray menu:

  • Rule: Recommended for daily use. Traffic follows your YAML rules — domestic sites direct, foreign sites through the selected proxy group.
  • Global: Sends all traffic through the proxy. Useful for quick tests when a site fails in Rule mode.
  • Direct: Disables proxy routing while keeping the app open. Handy when you need a temporary bypass without uninstalling.

Leave the mode on Rule unless you have a specific reason to change it.

Select a Proxy Node

With System Proxy enabled and Rule mode active, pick a server node that matches your latency and content needs.

  1. Open the Proxies page from the sidebar.
  2. Expand the main proxy group — common names include Proxy, 节点选择, or provider-specific labels.
  3. Click a node to select it. Many profiles include an Auto or URL-Test group that picks the fastest server automatically.
  4. Optionally run a latency test (lightning icon or right-click menu) to compare servers before choosing.

If your provider ships multiple groups (streaming, gaming, region-specific), read their documentation to know which group suits each task. Selecting a dead node is the fastest way to get errors — switch nodes or refresh the profile if pages stop loading.

Verify Your Connection

Run these quick checks to confirm your Clash Verge Rev setup works on Windows 11:

  1. Open a browser and visit a site that is normally unreachable without a proxy. If it loads, System Proxy is working.
  2. On the Clash Verge Rev Logs or Connections page, watch for live entries when you browse — this proves traffic is passing through the core.
  3. Search "what is my IP" in your browser. The result should show your proxy server's region, not your home ISP location.
  4. If TUN is enabled, open a command prompt and run curl https://www.google.com. A successful response confirms non-browser traffic is routed.

When everything passes, your installation is complete. Bookmark the Profiles page — you will return there whenever your provider updates nodes or you add a backup subscription.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clash Verge Rev the same as Clash for Windows?

No. Clash for Windows is unmaintained and its official repository was taken down. Clash Verge Rev is an independent, actively updated client using the Mihomo core. It supports modern protocols, receives regular releases, and is the practical replacement for CfW on Windows 11 in 2026.

Why does Windows SmartScreen block the installer?

SmartScreen flags applications that lack a well-known commercial code-signing certificate. Clash Verge Rev is open source and community-signed. Download only from the official GitHub Releases page, verify the file name matches the release, and use More info → Run anyway if you trust the source. Never run installers from unknown Telegram channels or SEO spam sites.

The app starts but web pages still won't load

Work through this checklist:

  • Confirm System Proxy or TUN Mode is ON.
  • Ensure a profile is selected and recently refreshed.
  • Try another node — the current server may be offline.
  • Check whether your subscription expired on the provider's website.
  • Temporarily switch to Global mode. If sites load in Global but not Rule, your ruleset may need updating from the provider.
  • Look at the Logs page for DNS or TLS errors; switching DNS mode to fake-ip in Settings sometimes resolves resolver conflicts on Windows 11.

Do I need TUN mode on Windows 11?

Not always. System Proxy is sufficient for browsers and most desktop apps. Enable TUN when specific programs ignore proxy settings — common examples include some game launchers, terminal-based tools, and older desktop software. TUN requires the service component and administrator approval once during setup.

How do I update Clash Verge Rev?

Installer users can check for updates inside the app (Settings → Update) or download the latest release from GitHub and run the new setup over the existing install. Portable users should replace the extracted folder with the new ZIP contents, keeping a backup of custom profiles in %USERPROFILE%\.config\clash-verge or the path shown in Settings.

Can I use multiple subscriptions?

Yes. Import each subscription as a separate profile on the Profiles page. Switch between them by selecting the profile you want active. Some advanced users merge providers manually in a single YAML file, but separate profiles are easier for beginners.

Summary

You now have a working Clash Verge Rev setup on Windows 11: downloaded from the official release page, installed with the right permissions, configured with your first subscription, and verified with System Proxy or TUN mode. Keep your profile updated, pick healthy nodes, and stay on Rule mode for balanced daily routing.

Many Windows users still follow outdated Clash for Windows guides that point to dead download links, or switch to generic VPN apps that offer no rule-based split routing and lock you into a single tunnel for all traffic. Clash Verge Rev avoids both problems — it is actively maintained for Windows 11, speaks native Clash YAML and subscription workflows, and lets you route only the traffic that needs a proxy while domestic services stay direct. If you want that level of control without wrestling with abandoned software, Clash is the ecosystem these clients are built on, and the download page collects current builds for every major platform in one place.

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