A subscription URL is a link from your provider that returns a full Clash profile - all nodes plus recommended rules. Importing one is the first real step in using Clash for Windows.

Import steps

  1. Copy the Clash-specific subscription URL from your provider's user panel (not a V2Ray/SSR link; if only a generic link exists, see "conversion" below).
  2. Open the Profiles page in Clash for Windows.
  3. Paste the URL into the top input and click Download.
  4. A profile card appears below; click the card so it is highlighted - that activates it.
  5. Switch to the Proxies page and confirm your node list is there.

Enable automatic updates

Providers rotate server addresses from time to time. Right-click the profile card and choose Edit Info, then set Update interval in minutes (e.g. 1440 for daily) and save.

If the import fails

  • Network error: the subscription domain may be blocked on your network. If you have any working node, connect first and retry; many providers also offer several backup subscription domains.
  • Format error (Invalid YAML / unsupported format): the link is not in Clash format. Look for a "Clash subscription" option at your provider, or use a subscription converter.
  • More cases: Why Subscription Imports Fail.
Security reminder: your subscription URL contains your account credentials. Do not share it and do not paste it into untrusted online converters.

Once the profile is active, the next step is to enable the system proxy and verify it works.