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 7,718+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 38.4% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
45.74.31.47:8916	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7393 ms	15.7%
8.213.195.191:1081	TH	Bangkok	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	7398 ms	1.1%
45.5.119.17:999	GT	Guatemala City	HTTPS	Elite	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	7400 ms	17.7%
45.74.31.42:4243	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7400 ms	9.4%
80.72.176.101:8080	KG	Bishkek	HTTP	Elite	KTNET : AS12997	7402 ms	37.3%
45.74.31.41:21725	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7404 ms	12.1%
45.74.31.41:5396	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7405 ms	19.2%
185.32.4.210:8090	PL	Chociwel	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	ASConsulting : AS60645	7406 ms	16.1%
181.233.50.233:8787	EC	Loja	HTTP	Transparent	Optilink CIA Ltda : AS272094	7407 ms	20.1%
187.251.222.69:8080	MX	Gustavo Adolfo Madero	HTTPS	Elite	TOTAL PLAY TELECOMUNICACIONES SA DE CV : AS22884	7409 ms	21.5%
45.74.31.47:14059	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7411 ms	14.3%
45.74.31.47:16112	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7425 ms	10.2%
45.74.31.42:13379	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7426 ms	7.7%
213.169.33.7:8001	BG	Sofia	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	ESRI BULGARIA Network : AS8717	7426 ms	12.4%
49.147.103.170:5050	PH	Cebu City	HTTP	Transparent	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company : AS9299	7429 ms	24.5%
103.114.25.41:8088	NP	Birendranagar	HTTPS	Elite	Everest Wireless Network pvt. ltd : AS137580	7429 ms	11.5%
103.3.246.152:3128	VN	—	HTTPS	Elite	Bach Kim Network solutions Join stock company : AS135967	7437 ms	13.8%
45.74.31.40:13725	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7441 ms	25.9%
183.236.232.160:8080	CN	Guangzhou	HTTP	Elite	China Mobile Communications Group Co., Ltd : AS9808	7442 ms	6.8%
38.199.26.34:999	CO	Armenia	HTTP	Transparent	Conexion Comercializacion De Servicios De Telecomunicaciones Empalmeria Y Construccion De Redes HFC Del SUR Colombia : AS272138	7447 ms	22.9%
5.59.248.134:8080	IT	Pomezia	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	C1V ISP : AS212271	7451 ms	17.2%
93.55.126.162:8080	IT	Marsala	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Fastweb Gecko : AS12874	7451 ms	15.8%
45.74.31.42:13742	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7452 ms	14.8%
185.27.144.53:999	DO	Santo Domingo Este	HTTP	Transparent	Airtime Technology SRL : AS271935	7452 ms	18.8%
103.176.97.223:3127	ID	Bandung	HTTP	Transparent	PT Global Sarana Elektronika : AS147131	7454 ms	24.9%
45.74.31.47:12426	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7456 ms	17.5%
103.165.155.22:2016	ID	Tangerang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Jaringan Keluarga Bersama : AS141921	7459 ms	20.5%
186.96.97.203:999	CO	Paz de Ariporo	HTTP	Transparent	TV AZTECA SUCURSAL COLOMBIA : AS262186	7460 ms	5.8%
177.93.49.114:999	CO	Villavicencio	HTTP	Transparent	TV AZTECA SUCURSAL COLOMBIA : AS262186	7462 ms	12.8%
45.74.31.47:15758	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7462 ms	11.0%
45.74.31.47:14507	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7472 ms	24.5%
38.75.82.214:999	DO	—	HTTP	Anonymous	ACOLME TECH, SRL : AS273217	7473 ms	22.3%
45.222.101.111:8080	NG	Lagos	HTTP	Transparent	Zeta-web Nigeria Limited : AS328035	7473 ms	38.9%
45.179.246.65:999	CO	Acevedo	HTTP	Transparent	Genionet Telecomunicaciones : AS267929	7475 ms	14.9%
111.68.25.49:8080	ID	Semarang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Media Sarana Data : AS55666	7476 ms	16.7%
77.235.31.24:8080	KG	Bishkek	HTTPS	Elite	AS-MEGALINE-KG : AS41750	7478 ms	21.9%
103.126.87.175:53934	ID	Klaten	HTTPS	Elite	PT. Rasi Bintang Perkasa : AS138109	7482 ms	25.1%
45.74.31.40:8021	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7484 ms	20.0%
45.74.31.40:4095	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7488 ms	10.5%
177.234.217.45:999	EC	Quito	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS52468	7492 ms	21.5%
45.74.31.42:16268	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7500 ms	20.0%
45.74.31.42:11568	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	7505 ms	16.9%
103.234.35.166:8080	ID	Jember	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT. EXABIT GROUP NETWORK : AS151521	7506 ms	31.9%
189.124.85.77:33333	BR	Regente Feijó	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Vero S.A : AS28287	7507 ms	15.8%
103.148.28.181:3125	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Dewata Solusi Tehnologi : AS140012	7508 ms	27.3%
180.191.49.73:8090	PH	Tarlac City	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	— : AS132199	7509 ms	12.3%
38.172.128.140:999	PE	Lima	HTTP	Transparent	Conex TV E.I.R.L : AS273133	7512 ms	14.9%
38.191.210.109:999	CO	Saravena	HTTPS	Elite	SERVICIOS DE TELECOMUNICACIONES E INFORMATICA S.A.S. : AS273850	7512 ms	18.9%
165.101.231.92:8090	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Anugerah Cimanuk Raya : AS141127	7513 ms	29.8%
103.189.97.113:8087	ID	Sragen	HTTP	Anonymous	Lintas Data Prima, PT : AS45305	7514 ms	29.1%

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 3,782 HTTP, 2,514 HTTPS, 815 SOCKS4, and 2,186 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 38.4% 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.