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 5,860+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 33.3% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
43.128.31.172:7890	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP	Transparent	Shenzhen Tencent Computer Systems Company Limited : AS132203	28106 ms	54.8%
217.28.220.182:3128	RU	—	HTTP	Transparent	RU-JSCIOT : AS29182	28205 ms	52.4%
154.113.18.189:8443	NG	Lagos	HTTP	Elite	Main one Cable Company Nigeria Limited : AS37282	28525 ms	40.0%
31.129.99.41:5555	RU	St Petersburg	HTTP	Transparent	BEGET-AS : AS198610	28853 ms	41.8%
173.249.28.254:4080	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Elite	CONTABO : AS51167	29183 ms	90.0%
118.145.141.251:45244	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	29351 ms	89.6%
217.182.195.221:30008	FR	—	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	29457 ms	60.6%
185.80.196.126:3128	GB	London	HTTP	Transparent	BitCommand : AS212552	29480 ms	40.2%
138.2.50.246:3128	JP	Osaka	HTTP	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	30220 ms	43.0%
160.191.47.102:3128	VN	—	HTTP	Transparent	TIDADIGI COMPANY LIMITED : AS153017	30775 ms	54.0%
149.28.137.172:8888	SG	Singapore	HTTP	Transparent	The Constant Company, LLC : AS20473	30813 ms	40.6%
139.162.89.198:3128	JP	Tokyo	HTTP	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	31140 ms	61.9%
178.128.223.15:3128	SG	Singapore	HTTP	Elite	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	31339 ms	40.8%
64.188.57.128:3128	HK	—	HTTP	Transparent	TWC-EU : AS210976	32397 ms	41.6%
94.101.187.3:3128	IR	—	HTTP	Transparent	AbrArvan CDN and IaaS : AS202468	33200 ms	48.7%
158.160.220.59:3128	RU	Moscow	HTTP	Transparent	YandexCloud : AS200350	33206 ms	42.0%
79.175.188.203:443	IR	—	HTTP	Elite	to AS62265 announce AS25184 : AS25184	33964 ms	48.5%
165.99.14.18:1111	VN	Hanoi	HTTP	Elite	LIENVPS TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED : AS150820	34066 ms	61.2%
172.235.191.31:8080	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	34078 ms	60.2%
45.13.116.230:21537	FR	Mathay	HTTP	Elite	ABJP-SERVICES-SAS : AS47484	34160 ms	40.4%
36.136.48.61:995	CN	—	HTTPS	Elite	China Mobile : AS9808	34176 ms	42.2%
163.61.39.57:3128	IN	Noida	HTTP	Transparent	JOY SERVICES : AS152565	34720 ms	44.1%
118.145.141.251:45067	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	34784 ms	89.8%
131.222.250.178:8080	TR	Istanbul	HTTP	Transparent	HS-SYR : AS216472	36296 ms	47.8%
113.249.102.192:18255	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	Chongqing Telecom : AS134420	36316 ms	80.2%
143.244.129.201:9090	IN	Bengaluru	HTTP	Elite	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	36328 ms	41.6%
104.105.202.246:3128	FR	Paris	HTTP	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	36646 ms	86.4%
128.199.247.154:8080	SG	Singapore	HTTP	Transparent	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	37502 ms	44.2%
177.234.245.231:999	EC	—	HTTP	Transparent	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	37929 ms	47.4%
185.244.50.54:18080	BY	—	HTTP	Elite	CLOUDVPS-AS : AS215272	39820 ms	56.5%
150.241.70.103:6666	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	PLAY2GO-NET : AS215439	40341 ms	67.9%
159.65.129.62:8081	SG	Singapore	HTTP	Elite	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	42585 ms	72.4%
77.110.107.82:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Elite	GCS-AS : AS215540	43196 ms	44.1%
118.145.141.251:45068	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	45091 ms	91.6%
130.17.2.209:3128	US	—	HTTP	Elite	CENIC : AS2152	45202 ms	82.7%
34.134.231.117:3129	US	Council Bluffs	HTTP	Anonymous	Google LLC : AS396982	45715 ms	98.9%
54.38.35.209:3630	FR	—	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	46021 ms	70.4%
165.22.103.5:443	SG	Singapore	HTTP	Transparent	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	50679 ms	71.8%
46.101.223.220:3124	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	51221 ms	90.8%
118.145.141.251:45170	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	52009 ms	90.5%
34.84.162.206:38080	JP	Tokyo	HTTP	Elite	Google LLC : AS396982	52435 ms	59.5%
219.151.185.208:18255	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	Chongqing Telecom : AS134420	58461 ms	64.1%
74.208.207.247:2095	US	—	HTTP	Anonymous	This is the joint network for IONOS, Fasthosts, Arsys, 1&1 Mail and Media and 1&1 Telecom. Formerly known as 1&1 Internet SE. : AS8560	60544 ms	50.8%
154.223.77.54:10001	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP	Elite	Kaopu Cloud HK Limited : AS138915	61114 ms	87.5%
36.152.150.242:8081	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	China Mobile Communications Corporation : AS56046	83977 ms	62.3%
3.121.130.230:46172	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTPS SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	23 ms	10.3%
63.181.83.210:8097	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	29 ms	11.2%
63.179.134.206:40203	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	31 ms	12.4%
3.121.130.230:8090	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	33 ms	14.5%
3.121.130.230:8089	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTPS SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	34 ms	12.5%

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 2,380 HTTP, 1,822 HTTPS, 2,423 SOCKS4, and 1,731 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 33.3% 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.