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Using Dual-Zone Configurations

Using Dual-Zone Configurations

EcoVPN supports dual-zone tunnel logic for users requiring simultaneous access to two distinct deployment regions. This configuration enhances failover resilience, jurisdictional flexibility, and entropy balancing across node clusters.

What Is Dual-Zone Routing?

  • Simultaneous tunnel access to two geographically distinct node regions
  • Used for jurisdictional drift handling and latency optimisation
  • Available to Tier 2+ users with sponsor-approved config slots

Configuration Logic

  • Primary zone selected based on latency and jurisdiction preference
  • Secondary zone activated silently for entropy balancing or failover
  • Config file includes both endpoints under ecovpn_dual.conf

Failover Behavior

  • Triggered by node degradation, jurisdictional flagging, or entropy collapse
  • Failover is silent and does not interrupt tunnel continuity
  • Audit trail available for Tier 3 users via telemetry request

Zone Pairing Options

  • UK + EU: Privacy-first routing with low latency
  • EU + North America: Compliance flexibility and endpoint diversity
  • Asia-Pacific + EU: Jurisdictional contrast and global reach

Best Practices

  • Use dual-zone only with EcoVPN client version 3.2+
  • Avoid manual zone switching unless sponsor-approved
  • Monitor tunnel health via dashboard if dual-zone is active

“Two zones, one signal - encrypted continuity across fractured regions.”

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