Mainland CDN nodes only serve domains that hold an ICP filing, and the filing requires a mainland business entity. Vendors check this before they activate a domain.
Nodes just outside the border, on routes with good mainland connectivity, shorten the path for mainland visitors. Performance depends heavily on the carrier route, so vendor choice matters more than node count.
If mainland users are your main audience and you need stable speed for video or large downloads, filing is worth it. We can quote in-country acceleration once the domain is filed.
Near-China delivery does not exempt content from being blocked. Legal businesses only.
| Option | Needs ICP | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Mainland China nodes | Yes | Mainland-first sites, video, large downloads |
| Hong Kong / nearby nodes with optimized China routes | No | Sites and apps serving both mainland and overseas users |
| Global CDN only | No | Audiences mostly outside China |
Using nodes outside mainland China does not require an ICP filing. The filing requirement applies to serving content from servers inside the mainland.
How much slower is it than mainland nodes?It varies by carrier route, time of day and the visitor's ISP. We do not quote a fixed number; we suggest testing one domain first and comparing.
Can I switch to mainland nodes later?Yes. Once your domain has an ICP filing, mainland acceleration can be added without changing your origin.
How do I get a price?Fill the form below with your monthly traffic and regions, or message us on Telegram. We quote by volume.