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 11,567+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 40% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 11,567 proxies Updated 5 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
45.74.31.40:10922	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5675 ms	18.2%
38.252.215.197:999	PE	—	HTTPS	Elite	TELDRA S.A.C. : AS274156	5676 ms	11.6%
45.74.31.47:9412	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5676 ms	30.0%
45.74.31.40:8059	NL	Eygelshoven	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS219326	5678 ms	15.4%
181.224.175.200:999	EC	Naranjal	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	MICARMITA S.A.S : AS273141	5679 ms	29.9%
45.74.31.46:4228	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5680 ms	27.8%
181.119.111.239:999	GT	Guatemala City	HTTPS	Elite	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	5682 ms	21.2%
38.75.82.211:999	DO	Santo Domingo Este	HTTP	Transparent	Alcome Tech SRL : AS273217	5682 ms	25.0%
45.74.31.47:7718	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5683 ms	15.5%
61.118.38.234:60808	JP	Honcho	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	NTT Communications Corporation : AS4713	5683 ms	26.7%
45.74.31.46:14958	NL	Eygelshoven	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS219326	5684 ms	8.7%
38.75.82.216:999	DO	Santo Domingo Este	HTTP	Transparent	Alcome Tech SRL : AS273217	5685 ms	25.1%
79.106.108.147:8079	AL	Tepelenë	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS42313	5686 ms	13.0%
177.93.36.153:999	CO	Tumaco	HTTP	Transparent	TV AZTECA SUCURSAL COLOMBIA : AS262186	5687 ms	25.7%
45.229.17.130:999	EC	Vinces	HTTP	Transparent	TURBONET S.A. : AS271967	5688 ms	13.5%
165.99.151.254:10001	ID	Cibinong	HTTP	Transparent	PT Win Akselerasi Net Indonesia : AS153940	5690 ms	35.6%
193.43.104.147:1080	DE	Limburg	SOCKS5	Elite	BlueVPS OU : AS62005	5690 ms	22.3%
45.74.31.42:12922	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5695 ms	17.6%
45.74.31.42:6662	NL	Eygelshoven	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS219326	5695 ms	29.4%
45.74.31.47:7339	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5696 ms	11.5%
45.74.31.47:7631	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5696 ms	22.7%
45.74.31.40:6722	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5697 ms	11.8%
45.74.31.47:5376	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5700 ms	14.3%
169.58.165.34:8118	DE	—	HTTP	Anonymous	TERRATRANSIT-AS : AS42366	5701 ms	32.0%
45.74.31.47:5096	NL	Eygelshoven	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS219326	5703 ms	29.1%
101.96.98.138:8080	VN	Hanoi	HTTP	Transparent	Netnam Company : AS24173	5704 ms	24.9%
36.66.203.163:5678	ID	Jakarta	SOCKS4	Elite	Telekomunikasi Indonesia (PT) : AS7713	5704 ms	25.2%
45.74.31.47:6364	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5704 ms	20.6%
103.156.15.129:12	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	PT Lintas Jaringan Nusantara : AS58821	5706 ms	24.7%
45.74.31.47:9459	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5707 ms	26.3%
45.74.31.40:15433	NL	Eygelshoven	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS219326	5708 ms	16.6%
45.74.31.47:4786	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5709 ms	22.2%
49.148.17.137:9999	PH	Cebu City	HTTPS	Elite	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. : AS9299	5710 ms	35.0%
45.74.31.42:8426	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5711 ms	16.5%
94.156.3.205:8080	BG	—	HTTPS	Elite	STS-AS : AS198228	5711 ms	32.9%
45.74.31.47:12080	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5712 ms	24.2%
90.156.160.235:8080	UZ	Tashkent	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS8193	5712 ms	30.3%
102.0.21.148:8080	KE	Nairobi	HTTPS	Elite	Airtel Networks Kenya Limited : AS36926	5714 ms	25.5%
31.135.214.17:8026	UZ	Tashkent	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	ISTV First Network : AS57016	5720 ms	26.6%
45.74.31.40:5044	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5721 ms	13.2%
45.74.31.40:12789	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5721 ms	4.7%
200.5.26.3:8087	PR	Yauco	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Dimelo Network : AS401436	5722 ms	23.3%
185.95.186.165:48293	IQ	Sulaymaniyah	SOCKS4	Elite	NextNet-AS : AS34515	5723 ms	33.4%
45.74.31.40:5403	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5723 ms	13.9%
203.114.227.129:8080	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Badan Koordinasi Penanaman Modal (BKPM) : AS45703	5724 ms	34.3%
45.74.31.42:8477	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5724 ms	13.4%
45.74.31.41:7773	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5725 ms	17.4%
45.74.31.47:9102	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5726 ms	22.8%
201.4.69.49:8080	SY	Aleppo	HTTP	Transparent	High Speed : AS216472	5727 ms	23.7%
45.74.31.47:9465	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	5728 ms	28.4%

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 3,694 HTTP, 3,407 HTTPS, 906 SOCKS4, and 5,223 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 40% 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.