# Create router

> A router is a virtual networking device responsible for directing data traffic between different networks. It operates at Layer 3 and enables instances within project networks to communicate with external networks through routing and Network Address Translation (NAT).

A router is a virtual networking device responsible for directing data traffic between different networks. It operates at Layer 3 and enables instances within project networks to communicate with external networks through routing and Network Address Translation (NAT).

## Create a router bridging private network and external network {#create-a-router-bridging-private-network-and-external-network}

1. Navigate to `Project > Network > Routers` > `+ Create Router`

   ![/assets/img/create_route_1.png](/assets/img/create_route_1.png)

2. Name the router and check `Open Externel Gateway` checkbox.

   ![/assets/img/create_route_2.png](/assets/img/create_route_2.png)

3. Select desired `Externel Network`, then click `OK` to proceed.

   ![/assets/img/create_route_3.png](/assets/img/create_route_3.png)

4. Verify router creation by its status become `Activate`.

   ![/assets/img/create_route_4.png](/assets/img/create_route_4.png)

5. Hover to `More`, then click `Connect Subnet` at the drop down menu.

   ![/assets/img/create_route_5.png](/assets/img/create_route_5.png)

6. Select private network and its subnet. Click `OK` to proceed.

   ![/assets/img/create_route_6.png](/assets/img/create_route_6.png)

7. Verify router bridge setting by navigate to `Project > Network > Topology`

   ![/assets/img/create_route_7.png](/assets/img/create_route_7.png)