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 7,604+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 42% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
130.110.103.245:3128	SA	—	HTTP	Transparent	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	51592 ms	98.5%
89.45.94.130:3128	TR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	MUVHost : AS209711	52411 ms	73.1%
139.162.169.163:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	52472 ms	74.8%
178.128.40.78:3128	GB	Slough	HTTP	Transparent	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	55955 ms	66.7%
161.132.68.244:8080	PE	Lima	HTTP	Transparent	Red Cientifica Peruana : AS3132	56427 ms	52.1%
81.12.28.35:3128	IR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	TCI : AS58224	59108 ms	67.4%
129.150.53.35:3128	SG	Loyang	HTTP	Transparent	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	59323 ms	47.4%
159.195.77.126:3128	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Anonymous	netcup GmbH : AS197540	59419 ms	66.3%
194.163.175.167:40000	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Elite	CONTABO : AS51167	60434 ms	90.3%
172.236.200.10:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Anonymous	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	62870 ms	68.8%
168.100.8.162:8080	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Transparent	BL Networks : AS399629	65554 ms	48.6%
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	80874 ms	53.2%
45.74.31.41:12212	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	86982 ms	62.0%
47.76.189.189:8899	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP	Anonymous	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	87008 ms	48.9%
103.20.102.155:8182	VN	—	HTTP	Elite	EZ TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED : AS150895	88662 ms	88.9%
45.202.240.161:10808	US	Los Angeles	HTTP	Elite	AkileCloud Network : AS61112	89245 ms	49.4%
83.171.249.38:1080	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS5	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	45 ms	31.9%
180.194.9.255:8081	PH	Dipolog City	HTTP	Transparent	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company : AS9299	186 ms	23.0%
47.85.37.60:1080	US	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	258 ms	33.4%
169.255.4.170:7777	CM	Douala	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS327820	282 ms	24.6%
172.105.120.179:443	SG	Singapore	HTTPS	Elite	Linode : AS63949	316 ms	33.9%
108.175.23.49:13135	US	Hull	SOCKS4	Elite	Highline Services, LLC : AS32798	318 ms	19.6%
34.162.86.240:443	US	Columbus	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Google LLC : AS396982	341 ms	18.1%
116.203.139.209:5153	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	360 ms	18.2%
45.40.136.39:45741	US	—	SOCKS4	Elite	GoDaddy.com, LLC : AS26496	361 ms	9.3%
116.203.139.209:1080	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	364 ms	13.1%
108.175.24.1:13135	US	Liberty	SOCKS4	Elite	Highline Services, LLC : AS32798	373 ms	19.3%
177.253.136.162:5678	CO	Medellin	SOCKS4	Elite	Colombia Movil : AS27831	484 ms	30.3%
82.67.114.12:8888	FR	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PROXAD : AS12322	503 ms	27.3%
180.190.188.49:8080	PH	Lahug	HTTPS	Transparent	— : AS132199	533 ms	35.1%
52.214.92.206:57256	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	548 ms	5.2%
65.108.159.129:8081	FI	Helsinki	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	551 ms	17.7%
8.220.189.51:8118	PH	Manila	HTTP	Anonymous	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	570 ms	20.1%
213.7.196.26:4153	CY	Nicosia	SOCKS4	Elite	Internet Services : AS6866	576 ms	19.2%
103.227.187.241:6090	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Master Star Network : AS142370	612 ms	26.6%
65.108.203.37:18080	FI	Helsinki	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	626 ms	17.1%
154.88.189.20:5678	DO	Santiago de los Caballeros	SOCKS4	Elite	TELEMARCH S.R.L : AS272011	633 ms	9.2%
94.158.49.82:3128	UZ	Guliston	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	IPLUS-AS : AS43060	638 ms	10.5%
166.62.88.163:45842	US	Tempe	SOCKS5	Elite	GoDaddy.com, LLC : AS398101	643 ms	4.9%
8.219.69.210:443	SG	Singapore	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	650 ms	22.0%
195.225.49.137:55774	UA	Snovsk	SOCKS4	Elite	SMARTCOM : AS51357	655 ms	34.9%
37.131.164.39:59341	PL	Gorzow Wielkopolski	SOCKS4	Elite	PROVECTOR-AS : AS35745	655 ms	8.9%
108.131.152.118:14798	IE	Dublin	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	658 ms	20.7%
5.200.72.61:3128	IR	Tehran	HTTP	Elite	— : AS24631	658 ms	30.0%
43.155.85.222:8443	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Shenzhen Tencent Computer Systems Company Limited : AS132203	679 ms	4.0%
70.60.132.130:5678	US	Columbus	SOCKS4	Elite	Charter Communications Inc : AS10796	711 ms	24.7%
201.234.24.89:4153	AR	Buenos Aires	SOCKS4	Elite	COOPERATIVA DE OBRAS Y SERVICIOS PUBLICOS DE DESPENADEROS LIMITADA : AS265758	714 ms	26.7%
177.207.247.189:4153	BR	Salvador	SOCKS4	Elite	TELEFONICA BRASIL S.A : AS18881	717 ms	34.5%
92.86.92.126:42740	RO	Crevedia	SOCKS4	Elite	Bucharest, Romania : AS9050	761 ms	23.2%
47.85.9.228:10800	US	San Mateo	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	771 ms	38.9%

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 2,647 HTTP, 1,981 HTTPS, 798 SOCKS4, and 3,088 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 42% 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.