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 ProxyFree?

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 ProxyFree log or monitor traffic sent through these proxies?

No. ProxyFree 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 5,984+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 31.9% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
129.205.198.122:8080	BW	Gaborone	HTTP	Transparent	BOTSWANA FIBRE NETWORKS (Proprietary) Limited : AS37678	7166 ms	9.2%
103.48.71.58:83	IN	Hyderabad	HTTP	Transparent	Country Online Services PVT LTD : AS136290	7170 ms	14.2%
45.119.113.65:83	IN	Hyderabad	HTTP	Transparent	Netrun Technologies PVT LTD : AS59185	7177 ms	6.2%
177.234.217.85:999	EC	Quito	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS52468	7195 ms	30.4%
103.46.11.92:8080	ID	—	HTTP	—	Lintas Data Prima, PT : AS45305	7199 ms	15.8%
49.147.102.109:5050	PH	Cebu City	HTTP	Transparent	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company : AS9299	7199 ms	29.2%
103.156.217.101:1111	ID	Jakarta	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS58369	7203 ms	10.0%
222.252.14.70:8443	VN	Hanoi	HTTP	—	VNPT Corp : AS45899	7206 ms	14.5%
103.167.156.202:8084	ID	Pemalang	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Jaringan Tiang Indonesia Group : AS150554	7217 ms	23.3%
118.145.141.251:44073	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	7219 ms	38.4%
5.59.248.134:8080	IT	Pomezia	HTTP	Elite	C1V ISP : AS212271	7222 ms	17.4%
38.210.179.171:999	MX	Zimapan	HTTP	Transparent	Jair Lozano / Intercom Internet : AS272405	7223 ms	8.8%
187.19.200.217:8090	BR	Petrópolis	HTTP	Transparent	MAXMEIO INFORMACAO, TECNOLOGIA E COMUNICACAO EIREL : AS28126	7225 ms	7.5%
14.248.84.131:8080	VN	Hanoi	HTTP	Transparent	VNPT Corp : AS45899	7226 ms	21.7%
181.209.111.149:999	AR	Benavídez	HTTP	Transparent	Puerto80 S.R.L : AS52361	7231 ms	3.3%
47.237.92.86:88	SG	—	HTTP	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	7245 ms	7.7%
204.199.129.38:999	CL	Alto Hospicio	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Level 3 Communications, Inc. : AS3549	7245 ms	6.7%
179.1.76.147:8080	CO	Santa Fe de Antioquia	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Internexa S.a. E.S.P : AS18678	7251 ms	24.5%
177.234.217.46:999	EC	Quito	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS52468	7252 ms	20.9%
103.166.124.227:8080	ID	Kabupaten Tuban	HTTP	—	PT Loveika Host Nusantara : AS141947	7252 ms	23.4%
103.172.42.191:1111	ID	Karawang	HTTP	—	PT Media Solusi Sukses : AS142393	7265 ms	17.0%
181.174.231.30:9992	CO	Pitalito	HTTP	Transparent	Fibra Optica Colombia S.a.s. Zomac : AS265688	7269 ms	14.9%
103.124.197.29:8080	ID	Batam	HTTP	—	PT INFORMASI NUSANTARA TEKNOLOGI : AS138096	7271 ms	7.0%
45.190.170.0:999	PE	Lima	HTTP	Transparent	DSP CORP S.A.C : AS269898	7272 ms	7.4%
62.241.133.227:1974	EG	Cairo	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS24863	7272 ms	4.8%
68.64.179.186:1080	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	PacketExchange : AS139659	7273 ms	29.4%
200.107.206.10:999	AR	—	HTTP	—	DLD SERVICIO SRL : AS272149	7285 ms	30.4%
203.150.166.174:8080	TH	Vadhana	HTTP	Transparent	INEXT Broadband Company Limited : AS4618	7286 ms	5.3%
210.87.125.57:8080	ID	—	HTTP	—	CV Brawijaya Giga Network : AS152059	7288 ms	16.1%
66.210.33.34:8080	US	Pensacola	HTTPS	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	7288 ms	13.7%
103.165.128.171:8080	ID	Jakarta	HTTP	Transparent	PT iForte Global Internet : AS17995	7289 ms	12.4%
138.59.11.192:999	VE	—	HTTP	—	DISTRIBUIDORA OFIC TECH DE VENEZUELA C.A. : AS269788	7289 ms	17.8%
103.203.234.75:8080	ID	Muarapinang	HTTP	Transparent	PT Nesta Indo Media : AS151006	7290 ms	7.3%
181.119.64.21:999	CO	Suárez	HTTP	Transparent	UFINET COLOMBIA, S. A : AS52468	7297 ms	22.9%
103.48.70.27:83	IN	—	HTTP	—	Country Online Services PVT LTD : AS136290	7297 ms	30.5%
110.164.175.110:8080	TH	Lak Si	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS45758	7300 ms	14.1%
185.98.208.98:28000	SK	Cifer	SOCKS4	Elite	GOLEMTECH-AS : AS30929	7300 ms	17.5%
187.33.151.110:3128	ES	Barcelona	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	CLOUDING : AS49635	7302 ms	35.6%
103.122.0.52:8181	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT. Java Digital Nusantara : AS135477	7307 ms	17.8%
190.93.179.1:999	PY	Ciudad del Este	HTTP	Transparent	MULTI LINK S.A. : AS262183	7315 ms	14.0%
201.144.25.226:3128	MX	Atotonilco el Alto	HTTP	Transparent	Uninet S.A. de C.V. : AS8151	7318 ms	37.7%
103.155.168.171:8299	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Arozak Bima Yudho Sangkara : AS141065	7323 ms	9.6%
190.217.17.10:999	CO	Bogotá	HTTP	Transparent	Cadena S.A : AS3549	7335 ms	33.5%
103.180.123.245:8081	ID	Duren Tiga	HTTPS	Elite	PT Indo Telemedia Solusi : AS149360	7337 ms	31.8%
103.97.140.64:8080	ID	—	HTTP	—	PT Jembatan Data Pangrango : AS141071	7344 ms	22.3%
45.149.93.120:8015	SG	Singapore	HTTPS	Elite	PT Perwira Media Solusi : AS211407	7345 ms	29.8%
103.155.190.162:2080	ID	Kota Blitar	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS141067	7356 ms	31.3%
45.65.227.97:999	AR	Rafael Castillo	HTTP	—	SOLUTION LAN S.A : AS266725	7359 ms	19.0%
103.36.11.21:8080	ID	Serang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Awinet Global Mandiri : AS133360	7368 ms	18.8%
8.213.128.6:800	KR	Seoul	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	7368 ms	3.8%

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 2,601 HTTP, 1,791 HTTPS, 2,372 SOCKS4, and 1,647 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 31.9% 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.