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 8,478+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 38.4% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 8,478 proxies Updated 4 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
103.172.14.5:5452	BD	—	HTTP	Anonymous	Web Solution : AS136428	9253 ms	22.8%
148.224.14.252:999	MX	Uruapan	HTTPS	Elite	Jorge Luis Torres Fernandez : AS270186	9262 ms	13.8%
186.101.49.211:8080	EC	Babahoyo	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Telconet S.A : AS27947	9275 ms	33.6%
45.74.31.30:36721	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9282 ms	11.8%
45.74.31.25:13207	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9283 ms	15.1%
45.74.31.23:4806	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9289 ms	24.8%
45.74.31.30:32491	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9291 ms	9.0%
45.74.31.40:11273	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9292 ms	7.7%
174.138.165.211:34663	US	Phoenix	HTTPS	Elite	SECURED SERVERS LLC : AS20454	9294 ms	13.1%
174.138.162.37:32355	US	Phoenix	HTTP	Anonymous	SECURED SERVERS LLC : AS20454	9299 ms	12.4%
47.90.149.238:8085	US	Charlottesville	SOCKS5	Elite	ALICLOUD-US : AS45102	9304 ms	0.9%
103.255.132.88:1111	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Sarana Kawan Setia : AS151549	9307 ms	30.0%
45.74.31.42:13143	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9307 ms	13.2%
47.90.149.238:8080	US	Charlottesville	SOCKS5	Elite	ALICLOUD-US : AS45102	9310 ms	1.0%
103.68.214.164:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Media Grasi Internet : AS150517	9311 ms	20.1%
190.14.224.244:999	CO	Medellin	HTTPS	Elite	Media Commerce Partners S.A : AS27951	9317 ms	19.9%
45.167.126.128:999	CO	Popayan	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	SEPCOM COMUNICACIONES SAS : AS269804	9317 ms	35.7%
182.16.171.65:51459	ID	Cipete Selatan	SOCKS4	Elite	PT iForte Global Internet : AS17995	9321 ms	17.5%
45.74.31.22:16641	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9325 ms	6.4%
36.88.150.66:8080	ID	Jakarta	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Telekomunikasi Indonesia (PT) : AS7713	9329 ms	27.2%
160.22.64.16:8097	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	Lintas Data Prima, PT : AS45305	9331 ms	33.8%
181.119.190.196:999	HN	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	9331 ms	30.5%
195.62.50.4:8080	TR	Istanbul	HTTPS	Elite	HS-SYR : AS216472	9334 ms	23.3%
45.74.31.42:5394	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9334 ms	30.2%
174.138.165.211:34774	US	Phoenix	HTTP	Elite	Secured Servers LLC : AS20454	9334 ms	4.0%
59.36.239.108:21133	CN	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Chinanet : AS4134	9342 ms	27.4%
193.221.203.14:3128	FI	Helsinki	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Hosting services : AS41745	9348 ms	22.9%
186.180.66.138:8080	CO	Cucuta	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Colombia Movil : AS27831	9350 ms	33.6%
51.89.135.172:8080	GB	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	9351 ms	4.0%
45.74.31.30:11361	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9354 ms	15.8%
47.90.149.238:9098	US	Charlottesville	SOCKS5	Elite	ALICLOUD-US : AS45102	9357 ms	1.0%
46.209.15.187:8080	IR	Dubai	HTTPS	Elite	RESPINA-AS : AS42337	9360 ms	21.4%
45.74.31.25:5286	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9363 ms	18.6%
174.138.162.37:32984	US	Phoenix	HTTP	Anonymous	SECURED SERVERS LLC : AS20454	9364 ms	11.9%
201.139.115.206:8082	MX	Puebla City	HTTP	Elite	Transtelco Inc : AS32098	9368 ms	29.7%
103.83.233.165:1080	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS4	Elite	Business Zone Limited : AS153038	9370 ms	25.0%
45.74.31.30:6913	NL	Eygelshoven	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS219326	9372 ms	23.9%
174.138.165.213:33431	US	Phoenix	HTTPS	Elite	SECURED SERVERS LLC : AS20454	9373 ms	11.9%
46.209.207.147:8080	IR	—	HTTPS	Elite	RESPINA-AS : AS42337	9373 ms	8.1%
45.74.31.42:16030	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9377 ms	15.6%
89.213.106.25:999	MX	Dolores Hidalgo	HTTPS	Elite	WIFIMAX CONNECTION S.A.S DE C.V : AS270176	9378 ms	32.5%
43.242.227.10:9052	IN	Panvel	SOCKS4	Elite	T4C : AS146943	9379 ms	28.5%
45.74.31.30:12447	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9380 ms	25.0%
102.38.13.8:19000	LY	Tripoli	HTTPS	Elite	Giga for Telecommunication and Technology Limited : AS328539	9384 ms	22.8%
190.109.126.24:1010	AR	Cordoba	HTTPS	Elite	INTERNET CORDOBA S.A.S : AS270099	9387 ms	33.2%
103.106.241.74:8080	BD	Tungi	HTTPS	Elite	Asian Network : AS137385	9392 ms	39.6%
168.227.210.78:3128	BR	Ponta Pora	HTTPS	Elite	67 TELECOM LTDA : AS61614	9394 ms	36.1%
45.74.31.47:9781	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9396 ms	31.7%
45.74.31.23:4219	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	9398 ms	22.8%
103.165.155.52:1111	ID	Tangerang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Jaringan Keluarga Bersama : AS141921	9406 ms	15.5%

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 3,959 HTTP, 2,367 HTTPS, 696 SOCKS4, and 2,672 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

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.