The client runs but the proxy is not active
Check the system proxy switch and listening port manually; clients do not automatically cover every app.
Connectivity troubleshooting
Troubleshoot no connectivity after starting a Clash Meta / Mihomo client, including proxy settings, profiles, and port conflicts.
Content reviewed: 2026-08-21
Users whose client starts but browsers, terminals, or other apps cannot connect.
Confirm the client is running and the profile has usable nodes or proxy groups.
Check that the system proxy points to the client listening address and port; do not run multiple proxy apps at once.
Check port conflicts, DNS behavior, and firewall rules.
Disable TUN and complex rules, test with a minimal profile, and restore custom settings gradually.
Check the system proxy switch and listening port manually; clients do not automatically cover every app.
The app may ignore system proxy settings, miss a rule, or need TUN; inspect logs before changing settings.
If the problem started after enabling TUN, read the TUN troubleshooting guide.
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