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 6,203+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 33.1% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 6,203 proxies Updated 13 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
45.81.146.7:8080	IQ	—	HTTP	Transparent	FactLtd : AS208859	10273 ms	13.7%
89.46.219.133:8000	IR	—	HTTP	Transparent	Padidar : AS198357	10276 ms	14.6%
125.209.110.83:39617	PK	—	HTTP	—	Multinet Broadband : AS9260	10292 ms	17.9%
64.76.106.106:999	PE	Huancayo	HTTP	—	LOA NETWORK JL S.A.C. : AS273067	10292 ms	23.5%
181.119.109.13:999	GT	Guatemala City	HTTP	—	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	10293 ms	20.9%
8.210.17.35:312	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	10294 ms	6.5%
40.192.120.123:1088	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	10330 ms	7.8%
179.60.51.161:999	EC	Puerto El Carmen de Putumayo	HTTP	Transparent	EXPERTSERVI S.A. : AS265799	10330 ms	26.1%
190.97.224.99:999	VE	Caracas	HTTPS	Elite	VIGINET C.A : AS263703	10338 ms	17.3%
181.119.84.212:8080	CO	Cali	HTTP	—	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	10346 ms	17.8%
190.104.134.145:3128	PY	Asuncion	HTTP	—	Nucleo S.A. : AS27895	10352 ms	10.3%
103.229.14.82:8080	ID	Bandung	HTTP	Transparent	PT Arthaloka Reka Teknologi : AS150196	10360 ms	13.6%
8.218.152.184:1024	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	10361 ms	14.0%
113.11.121.33:2505	BD	Jessore	HTTP	—	BDCOM Online Limited : AS7565	10376 ms	21.3%
40.192.120.123:59028	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	10404 ms	11.9%
203.111.253.106:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Wifian Global Nusantara : AS151993	10412 ms	14.5%
185.234.229.132:8000	RU	Irkutsk	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	BaikalWestCom : AS50187	10425 ms	5.8%
110.164.128.124:8080	TH	—	HTTP	—	Triple T Broadband Public Company Limited : AS45758	10451 ms	17.6%
185.236.22.192:9050	LV	Riga	SOCKS4	Elite	Baykov Ilya Sergeevich : AS41745	10457 ms	26.4%
40.192.120.123:32420	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	10461 ms	12.1%
47.243.197.73:9050	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba Cloud - HK : AS45102	10464 ms	29.9%
122.52.19.50:8082	PH	Manila	HTTP	—	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. : AS9299	10468 ms	35.8%
103.239.201.49:58765	PH	San Juan	SOCKS5	Elite	TRI PH : AS17970	10470 ms	11.8%
154.73.29.129:8080	LY	—	HTTP	Transparent	LTT Autonomous System, Tripoli Libya : AS21003	10471 ms	13.4%
190.60.39.196:999	CO	—	HTTP	Transparent	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	10486 ms	10.0%
157.20.207.15:3125	ID	Cibungur	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Erajaya Telco Indonesia : AS152436	10493 ms	11.7%
31.163.202.186:9050	RU	Perm	SOCKS5	Elite	Dynamic distribution IPs for broadband services : AS12389	10503 ms	23.0%
58.246.79.38:7080	CN	Shanghai	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS17621	10508 ms	22.7%
47.90.149.238:41	US	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	10522 ms	5.1%
103.174.122.215:3128	ID	Sumedang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Jaya Sejahtra Nugraha : AS147096	10529 ms	30.1%
156.245.234.127:3128	HK	—	HTTP	Transparent	Zillion Network Inc. : AS54801	10534 ms	39.9%
152.228.134.176:8080	FR	Strasbourg	SOCKS4	Elite	OVH : AS16276	10536 ms	32.9%
40.192.120.123:10985	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	10557 ms	12.1%
40.192.120.123:8882	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	10565 ms	11.7%
39.104.69.76:80	CN	Beijing	SOCKS4	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	10684 ms	9.3%
118.145.141.251:45094	CN	Haidian	HTTP	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	10719 ms	38.7%
103.170.22.44:8080	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Puskomedia Indonesia Kreatif : AS141123	10787 ms	19.3%
103.130.70.253:83	IN	—	HTTP	—	Siliguri Meghrekha Net Services Pvt. Ltd. : AS134250	10824 ms	9.4%
158.94.208.76:9050	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Omegatech LTD : AS202412	10827 ms	31.6%
36.95.142.35:8080	ID	South Tangerang	HTTP	—	Telekomunikasi Indonesia (PT) : AS7713	10834 ms	15.0%
103.56.206.67:4000	ID	Bandung	HTTP	Anonymous	Argon Data Communication : AS58477	10845 ms	14.1%
161.97.106.223:9050	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS4	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	10871 ms	22.3%
157.100.26.250:999	EC	Guayaquil	HTTP	Transparent	Telconet S.A : AS27947	10898 ms	12.9%
152.233.22.66:39290	US	Miami	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	CDN77 Miami : AS60068	10915 ms	18.2%
40.192.120.123:8050	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	10920 ms	14.2%
40.192.120.123:30113	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	10935 ms	12.5%
134.65.238.25:3129	BR	Vinhedo	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (sa-vinhedo-1) : AS31898	10946 ms	7.6%
38.51.220.64:999	VE	Maracaibo	HTTP	Transparent	TECNOVEN SERVICES CA : AS269730	10949 ms	39.7%
203.124.40.245:8080	PK	Islamabad	HTTP	Transparent	CIIT : AS7590	10968 ms	28.8%
213.165.43.234:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	Aeza International LTD : AS210644	10979 ms	38.8%

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 2,627 HTTP, 1,842 HTTPS, 2,442 SOCKS4, and 1,859 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 33.1% 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

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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.