Frequently Asked Questions
Six categories of common questions to help you solve any issue quickly
1. Download & Installation
How to download Whirlwind Accelerator?
- Visit the official website xuanfengka.com.cn.
- Click the Download tab to enter the download center.
- Choose your platform such as Windows, macOS, Android or iOS.
- Click Download and save the installer.
- Run the installer.
- Follow the wizard, open the app and sign in.
Which operating systems are supported?
- Windows 10 and Windows 11 are supported.
- macOS with both Intel and Apple Silicon.
- Android 8.0 and above.
- iOS 13 and above.
- All platforms share the same features and account.
2. Connection & Usage
How to connect to Whirlwind Accelerator?
- Open the app and sign in.
- The app automatically recommends the best node.
- Tap the Connect button.
- Wait until it shows Connected.
- You can now browse the global network.
- Tap Disconnect when finished.
How to switch nodes?
- Tap Node List or Select Line.
- Nodes are shown by country and region.
- Choose your target region.
- Tap a node to connect.
- Prefer green low-latency nodes for the best experience.
3. Speed & Performance
How to choose the best node for speed?
- Prefer nodes geographically closer to you.
- Choose the lowest latency node.
- Avoid high-load nodes.
- Choose a specific country node when needed.
- Enable smart routing for automatic matching.
What to do if the network becomes slow?
- Switch to another node.
- Test direct connection to check local network.
- Restart router and device.
- Try a different protocol.
- Close bandwidth-hungry programs.
- Contact support if needed.
4. Account & Subscription
How to register an account?
- Open the app and tap Register.
- Enter a valid email address.
- Set a strong password.
- Send and enter the verification code.
- Account registration is complete.
- Sign in with your new account.
Free vs. paid plans
- Free offers basic nodes and speed.
- Paid unlocks all high-speed nodes.
- Paid has higher bandwidth and lower latency.
- Paid supports more devices.
- Neither plan records browsing data.
5. Security & Privacy
Does Whirlwind log my browsing data?
- We strictly follow a no-logs policy.
- We never record browsing history or downloads.
- Only connection duration and bandwidth are collected.
- All data is AES-256 encrypted.
- Your privacy is always protected.
Is it safe to use Whirlwind?
- Bank-grade AES-256 encryption.
- Strict no-logs policy.
- Built-in kill switch.
- Self-built and managed nodes.
- Safe and reliable by design.
6. Troubleshooting
Connection fails
- Check your network connection.
- Switch to another node.
- Try a different protocol.
- Restart the app or device.
- Check system time.
- Reinstall or contact support.
Connection unstable or drops frequently
- Switch to a stable node.
- Check Wi-Fi signal.
- Turn off battery saver.
- Enable auto-reconnect.
- Update the app.
- Contact support if needed.