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 5,748+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 32.9% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
45.13.116.130:21537	FR	Mathay	HTTP	Elite	ABJP-SERVICES-SAS : AS47484	24885 ms	37.8%
204.48.31.203:80	US	North Bergen	HTTP	Anonymous	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	24994 ms	14.3%
103.163.244.206:83	IN	Panipat	HTTP	Transparent	Infolink System : AS132746	25050 ms	7.2%
36.151.194.43:8087	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	China Mobile Communications Corporation : AS56046	25151 ms	23.4%
36.112.125.156:3226	CN	Beijing	HTTP	Elite	China Networks Inter-Exchange : AS4847	25219 ms	39.8%
103.158.13.165:3125	ID	Bojonegoro	HTTP	Transparent	PT.Global Media Data Prima : AS138089	25277 ms	29.7%
198.12.37.18:8080	AR	—	HTTP	Transparent	Servicios y Telecomunicaciones S.A. : AS27988	25348 ms	21.5%
194.177.207.44:3128	GR	—	HTTP	Transparent	GR-NET : AS5408	25362 ms	20.9%
144.217.89.217:8080	CA	Beauharnois	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	25390 ms	33.8%
62.182.159.194:3128	RU	St Petersburg	HTTP	Transparent	SELECTEL : AS49505	26164 ms	32.0%
15.235.140.52:3128	SG	—	HTTP	Elite	OVH : AS16276	26357 ms	33.3%
164.90.206.15:3128	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Transparent	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	26481 ms	31.5%
62.171.161.88:2018	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Transparent	CONTABO : AS51167	26520 ms	39.2%
144.24.146.160:3128	IN	Hyderabad	HTTP	Transparent	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	26559 ms	33.2%
122.117.203.252:3128	TW	Kaohsiung	HTTP	Transparent	Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. : AS3462	26910 ms	33.4%
152.233.22.66:36878	US	Miami	HTTP	Elite	CDN77 : AS60068	26931 ms	25.7%
62.109.30.185:4443	RU	—	HTTP	Transparent	RU-JSCIOT : AS29182	27227 ms	33.9%
111.119.162.248:10902	PK	—	HTTP	Elite	Connect Communication : AS132165	27614 ms	39.1%
68.183.93.236:3128	IN	Bengaluru	HTTP	Elite	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	27744 ms	38.5%
92.63.83.23:3129	LV	Riga	HTTP	Transparent	mwtv-as1 : AS44575	27756 ms	35.6%
111.119.162.248:10923	PK	—	HTTP	Elite	Connect Communication : AS132165	28754 ms	35.7%
103.1.50.250:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT. PRATAMA HASTA UTAMA SOLUSINDO : AS142352	28886 ms	14.1%
91.238.104.175:8080	UA	—	HTTP	Transparent	BYTES-AS : AS50321	28950 ms	25.3%
91.122.216.160:8080	RU	Arkhangelsk	HTTP	Transparent	PJSC "Rostelecom". Technical Team : AS12389	29091 ms	21.2%
103.173.138.160:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Serayu Multi Connection : AS147078	29854 ms	9.7%
207.180.228.55:80	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Elite	CONTABO : AS51167	29857 ms	28.9%
103.72.101.61:3128	IN	Mumbai	HTTP	Transparent	ULTAHOST-AP-AS : AS44259	29978 ms	39.5%
78.31.64.152:3133	DE	—	HTTP	Transparent	WIIT group IP Backbone : AS24961	30202 ms	26.3%
194.180.188.100:8080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Elite	HOSTKEY-AS : AS57043	31007 ms	36.9%
62.60.152.245:3128	SE	Stockholm	HTTP	Transparent	NetCraftersOU : AS203273	31037 ms	33.7%
45.13.116.212:21537	FR	Mathay	HTTP	Elite	ABJP-SERVICES-SAS : AS47484	31311 ms	37.5%
103.100.159.145:80	JP	—	HTTP	Elite	Cloudie Limited : AS55933	31498 ms	37.5%
103.227.187.15:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Master Star Network : AS142370	31525 ms	13.2%
164.132.198.195:3128	FR	—	HTTP	Elite	OVH : AS16276	31956 ms	32.0%
51.79.71.202:8080	CA	—	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	32062 ms	36.7%
38.147.75.254:999	VE	Maracaibo	HTTP	Transparent	NAVEGANTE NETWORK, C.A. : AS273837	32265 ms	28.9%
208.87.242.145:3128	US	Los Angeles	HTTP	Transparent	Psychz Networks : AS40676	32948 ms	23.3%
157.15.169.11:3125	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Jeff Network Nusantara : AS152380	32961 ms	9.3%
103.13.235.162:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Disafa Cahaya Utama : AS150232	33243 ms	16.6%
213.199.53.16:8080	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Transparent	CONTABO : AS51167	34316 ms	38.9%
177.19.167.242:80	BR	Porto Alegre	HTTP	Elite	TELEFONICA BRASIL S.A : AS18881	35316 ms	33.7%
103.176.94.238:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Mitra Internet Indonesia : AS147141	35668 ms	6.4%
160.19.18.253:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Indo Telemedia Solusi : AS149360	35784 ms	7.9%
13.221.171.114:80	US	Ashburn	HTTP	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS14618	35802 ms	30.8%
213.199.48.89:80	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Elite	CONTABO : AS51167	36137 ms	27.3%
94.79.152.14:80	DE	Bergisch Gladbach	HTTP	Elite	International IP-Backbone of Vodafone : AS3209	37244 ms	21.9%
149.202.184.186:3128	FR	—	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	37657 ms	36.2%
193.43.140.255:8080	SY	Homs	HTTP	Transparent	STE PDN Internal AS : AS29256	37887 ms	35.8%
172.237.118.102:8080	GB	London	HTTP	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	38238 ms	38.9%
103.46.4.65:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Akses Sentral Teknologi : AS150460	38265 ms	16.1%

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 2,495 HTTP, 1,783 HTTPS, 2,253 SOCKS4, and 1,639 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 32.9% 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.