What is a free proxy and how does it work?

A proxy server sits between your device and the internet. When you connect through one, the site you visit sees the proxy's IP address instead of yours, and traffic is relayed back and forth through that server. The proxies listed here are aggregated automatically from public sources — free to use, with no account or payment required.

Is it safe to use the free proxies listed here?

The list is compiled automatically from public sources and not independently vetted for who operates each server. It's fine for low-risk tasks like checking geo-specific content or testing, but avoid using any free proxy — from this list or elsewhere — for logging into important accounts or entering payment details, since an unencrypted (HTTP) proxy operator can potentially see that traffic.

How often is the proxy list updated?

The system automatically syncs new proxy data every 15 minutes from multiple public sources, merges and de-duplicates them, and replaces the list — so what you see is always close to current.

What's the difference between HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4, and SOCKS5 proxies?

HTTP proxies handle plain web traffic; HTTPS proxies add TLS encryption for the connection to the proxy, useful when that leg needs to stay private. SOCKS4/SOCKS5 work at a lower level and can relay almost any TCP connection, not just web traffic — SOCKS5 additionally supports authentication and UDP. Filter by protocol above to match what your task needs.

What do "elite," "anonymous," and "transparent" anonymity levels mean?

Elite proxies hide both your IP and the fact that a proxy is being used at all. Anonymous proxies identify themselves as a proxy but withhold your real IP. Transparent proxies pass your original IP along to the destination, so they don't hide your identity — pick the level that matches what the task actually requires.

Why do free proxies stop working so quickly?

Free proxies are typically run on shared, unmanaged, or misconfigured servers with no guaranteed uptime, so they can go offline, get overloaded, or be reassigned at any time — sometimes within minutes. That's also why this list refreshes automatically every 15 minutes and why it's worth checking uptime and response time before relying on any one entry.

Can I use these proxies for web scraping?

Yes, rotating through multiple free proxies is a common way to distribute scraping requests and avoid a single IP getting rate-limited or blocked. Keep expectations realistic though — free proxies are slower and less reliable than dedicated scraping infrastructure, so build in retries and don't depend on any single proxy staying alive.

Can a proxy help me access content restricted to another country?

Yes — connecting through a proxy located in a specific country makes your traffic appear to originate there, which is commonly used to check how a site, price, or search result looks from that location. Filter the list by country to find one in the location you need.

Do I need to create an account to use TOPFreeProxyList.com?

No. The proxy list, filters, and every tool on this site — including the Proxy Checker — are free to use with no registration, login, or personal information required.

How do I filter the list by country, protocol, or quality?

Use the filter bar above the proxy table: choose a country, protocol (HTTP/HTTPS/SOCKS4/SOCKS5), minimum anonymity level, or minimum uptime, then sort by fastest response, highest uptime, or most recently updated. You can also browse dedicated pages for any country or protocol directly.

What do "uptime" and "response time" mean in the list?

Uptime is the percentage of recent checks where a proxy successfully responded — higher means more reliable. Response time is how long it took to connect, in milliseconds — lower means faster. Proxies with low uptime are sorted toward the bottom of the default "fastest response" view, since a fast proxy that's frequently down isn't actually useful.

Does TOPFreeProxyList.com log or monitor traffic sent through these proxies?

No. TOPFreeProxyList.com only aggregates and republishes proxy server details (IP, port, protocol, and similar metadata) from public sources — it does not operate the proxies themselves and has no visibility into traffic that passes through them. See the Privacy Policy and Disclaimer for more detail.

Can I use a free proxy for streaming video?

Technically yes, but it's rarely a good experience — free proxies typically have limited bandwidth and inconsistent speed, and many streaming services actively detect and block known proxy/datacenter IP ranges. They work better for quick checks (like confirming region-locked availability) than for sustained streaming.

What's the difference between a proxy and a VPN?

Both route your traffic through another server, but a VPN typically encrypts all traffic from your device at the operating-system level and is meant for consistent, ongoing use, while a proxy is usually configured per-application (like a browser) and, unless it's an HTTPS/SOCKS5 proxy, doesn't necessarily encrypt the connection to itself. Proxies are generally lighter-weight and better suited to one-off or task-specific use.

How do I check whether a proxy is actually working before I use it?

Use the free Proxy Checker tool — paste in one or more proxies, pick the protocol and format, and it will connect through each one in real time and report back whether it's alive, its exit IP, country, city, and response time.

Free Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

Browse 7,809+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 37.7% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 7,809 proxies Updated 10 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
5.42.127.131:80	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Anonymous	TWC-EU : AS210976	33 ms	96.6%
195.201.251.184:80	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Transparent	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	38 ms	99.9%
109.199.119.160:80	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	40 ms	99.1%
195.154.84.121:10801	FR	Paris	HTTP	Anonymous	FR-SCALEWAY-960827 : AS12876	45 ms	95.0%
35.241.172.224:80	BE	Brussels	HTTP	Anonymous	Google LLC : AS396982	50 ms	72.4%
185.196.68.106:3128	SK	Bratislava	HTTP	Anonymous	Internet DC "One Cloud Lab" : AS206110	51 ms	69.4%
79.110.192.44:8081	PL	Wroclaw	HTTP	Elite	Korbank S. A. : AS35179	57 ms	92.3%
51.34.24.52:48668	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	66 ms	52.4%
16.63.202.203:2080	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	68 ms	45.2%
51.34.24.52:41665	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	68 ms	49.2%
16.63.207.85:80	CH	Zurich	HTTP	Anonymous	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	69 ms	69.3%
16.63.202.203:5050	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	70 ms	46.5%
144.76.111.58:80	DE	Falkenstein	HTTP	Transparent	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	72 ms	98.6%
15.160.16.72:20141	IT	Milan	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	72 ms	45.2%
195.201.249.114:80	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Transparent	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	73 ms	100.0%
157.90.10.50:8888	DE	Falkenstein	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	75 ms	85.1%
35.152.37.123:9898	IT	Milan	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	75 ms	49.6%
157.90.10.50:999	DE	Falkenstein	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	77 ms	90.1%
62.210.215.36:80	FR	Paris	HTTP	Anonymous	Scaleway Dedibox : AS12876	78 ms	74.0%
195.201.14.69:80	DE	Falkenstein	HTTP	Transparent	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	80 ms	100.0%
51.34.24.52:50761	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	80 ms	45.3%
15.160.145.162:22587	IT	Milan	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	82 ms	40.7%
15.160.145.162:8080	IT	Milan	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	89 ms	61.2%
46.35.9.110:80	FR	—	HTTP	Elite	--- I3Dnet --- : AS15557	89 ms	80.8%
15.160.145.162:58580	IT	Milan	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	91 ms	42.6%
3.250.220.74:45249	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	91 ms	51.0%
83.168.74.163:8080	PL	Wroclaw	HTTP	Elite	Korbank S. A. : AS35179	93 ms	85.1%
94.76.224.104:5002	GB	Reading	HTTP	Elite	SIMPLYTRANSIT : AS29550	95 ms	41.5%
46.51.198.97:58730	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	97 ms	48.2%
46.51.198.97:23904	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	98 ms	47.5%
179.191.229.33:8900	BR	São João das Missões	HTTP	Transparent	—	98 ms	98.5%
16.63.202.203:11342	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	99 ms	44.0%
3.252.122.151:48826	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	100 ms	54.5%
16.18.32.153:8080	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	102 ms	58.0%
16.18.32.153:32342	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	102 ms	46.3%
3.249.217.54:28138	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	102 ms	58.1%
54.194.162.228:25308	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	102 ms	49.4%
31.220.40.59:5080	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS4	Elite	Amarutu Technology Ltd : AS206264	105 ms	46.7%
212.127.95.235:8081	PL	Wroclaw	HTTP	Elite	Korbank S. A. : AS35179	110 ms	89.2%
79.110.200.27:8000	PL	Wroclaw	HTTP	Elite	Korbank S. A. : AS35179	114 ms	89.7%
161.97.82.173:8888	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Anonymous	CONTABO : AS51167	115 ms	53.5%
165.101.230.76:8080	ID	Jatibarang	HTTP	Transparent	PT CIMANUK DIGITAL NETWORK TEKNOLOGI : AS141127	120 ms	99.4%
66.135.27.9:443	US	Piscataway	HTTP	Elite	Vivint Wireless, Inc. : AS20473	122 ms	100.0%
185.79.243.153:31382	PL	Myszkow	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	KARIO-SAT : AS206957	123 ms	88.6%
16.18.32.153:9090	CH	Zurich	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	127 ms	50.0%
13.60.60.167:39572	SE	Stockholm	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	128 ms	47.4%
66.151.34.89:80	FI	Helsinki	HTTP	Elite	Hostkey B.V : AS57043	132 ms	98.2%
51.20.109.37:5443	SE	Stockholm	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	133 ms	51.0%
62.133.62.18:1082	FR	Paris	SOCKS5	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	138 ms	44.3%
13.60.60.167:9002	SE	Stockholm	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	141 ms	40.7%

This free proxy list aggregates working HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4, and SOCKS5 proxies from multiple public sources into one place, de-duplicated and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes. As of the most recent sync, it includes 4,842 HTTP, 2,604 HTTPS, 771 SOCKS4, and 730 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 37.7% uptime across the current list.

Proxy types available on this list

HTTP proxies handle standard, unencrypted web traffic and are the most widely supported option for browsers, scrapers, and automation tools. HTTPS proxies add TLS encryption for the connection to the proxy itself, which matters when that leg needs to stay private — for example when submitting forms. SOCKS4 proxies operate at a lower level, relaying almost any TCP connection rather than just web traffic, which makes them useful for non-browser applications. SOCKS5 extends SOCKS4 with authentication support and UDP relaying, making it the more capable choice when an application needs more than basic TCP forwarding. Use the protocol filter above to narrow the list down to exactly the type you need.

How to pick the right proxy

Every entry in the list shows its country, protocol, anonymity level, organization/ASN, response time, and uptime, so you can compare options at a glance instead of guessing. Filter by country if a task needs a specific location, by protocol if an application requires HTTP/HTTPS or SOCKS, by minimum uptime to rule out unreliable servers, and by anonymity level (elite, anonymous, or transparent) depending on how much a task needs to hide. Sorting by "Fastest response" automatically groups reliable proxies (green or amber uptime) ahead of unreliable ones, so the top of the list is usually the best starting point.

Keeping the list fresh

Free proxies have a short shelf life — a server that works now can be offline, overloaded, or reassigned within the hour. Rather than showing a static snapshot, this list is fully replaced every 15 minutes from live source data, so stale entries don't linger and newly available proxies show up quickly. The "Updated" timestamp above the table reflects exactly when that happened.

Using free proxies safely

Because this list is sourced from public, free servers rather than a vetted or paid service, treat every entry as unverified: test a proxy with the Proxy Checker before depending on it, and avoid using any free proxy for logging into important accounts or entering payment details. For most everyday uses — checking region-specific content, testing, or basic scraping — the list above is refreshed often enough to keep a steady supply of working options.

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How to Use Proxy Free

1

Choose a proxy

Browse the list above and filter by country, protocol (HTTP/HTTPS/SOCKS4/SOCKS5), and anonymity level to find a proxy that fits what you need it for.
2

Add it to your device

Copy the IP address and port, then enter them into your device's or browser's proxy settings (Windows/macOS network settings, a browser extension, or an app's connection settings both work — the exact steps depend on what you're using it in).
3

Connect and check the status

Save the settings and try loading a page. If it doesn't connect, the proxy may already be offline — free proxies come and go, so pick another from the list and try again.
4

Use it to protect your original IP

Once connected, sites you visit see the proxy's IP address instead of your own — useful for basic anonymity, checking how a site looks from another location, or keeping your real IP address private.