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 8,363+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 41.7% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
103.236.142.41:8080	ID	Pati Regency	HTTP	Transparent	PT Jaringan Internet Tayu : AS151520	33254 ms	68.4%
111.90.143.197:60808	MY	Taman Desa	HTTP	Anonymous	Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd : AS45839	33281 ms	47.7%
188.166.179.50:3128	SG	Singapore	HTTP	Anonymous	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	33365 ms	55.0%
139.162.169.163:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	34160 ms	74.9%
45.74.31.41:12266	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	34617 ms	64.9%
178.250.159.127:80	RU	—	HTTP	Transparent	RU-JSCIOT : AS29182	34738 ms	46.6%
213.199.53.16:8080	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Transparent	CONTABO : AS51167	34872 ms	63.1%
79.137.202.109:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	AEZA-AS : AS210644	34879 ms	79.1%
103.157.135.199:443	BD	—	HTTP	Transparent	Bangladesh Research and Education Network (BdREN) : AS63961	34981 ms	42.6%
45.74.31.47:13887	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	35033 ms	40.5%
36.68.150.7:3128	ID	Bandar Lampung	HTTP	Anonymous	Telekomunikasi Indonesia (PT) : AS7713	35202 ms	46.6%
217.182.195.221:30004	FR	Eygelshoven	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	35535 ms	66.0%
107.174.66.209:3128	US	Buffalo	HTTP	Transparent	HostPapa : AS36352	35842 ms	71.2%
46.188.49.186:3128	RU	Moscow	HTTP	Transparent	Moscow : AS8334	36214 ms	58.4%
103.169.186.167:3125	ID	Malang	HTTP	Transparent	PT. PRATAMA HASTA UTAMA SOLUSINDO : AS142352	36748 ms	47.2%
38.183.184.15:999	VE	Santa Teresa del Tuy	HTTP	Transparent	OIT SERVICIO DE DATOS, C.A. : AS273125	36752 ms	41.3%
85.14.247.185:3128	DE	—	HTTP	Anonymous	WIIT group IP Backbone : AS24961	37627 ms	79.6%
47.76.45.10:3128	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP	Anonymous	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	38427 ms	83.3%
172.239.110.86:8080	GB	London	HTTP	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	38992 ms	81.9%
118.31.168.1:3128	CN	Hangzhou	HTTP	Transparent	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	39504 ms	64.2%
5.255.104.109:8082	NL	Dronten	HTTP	Anonymous	Liteserver : AS60404	39777 ms	52.7%
36.111.205.240:6666	CN	Shanghai	HTTP	Elite	No.293,Wanbao Avenue : AS63835	39786 ms	79.7%
89.45.94.130:3128	TR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	MUVHost : AS209711	39800 ms	73.0%
154.113.18.189:9779	NG	Lagos	HTTP	Elite	Main one Cable Company Nigeria Limited : AS37282	40167 ms	45.6%
179.1.178.10:999	CO	Soacha	HTTP	Transparent	INTERNEXA S.A. E.S.P : AS18678	40218 ms	57.0%
185.188.30.161:3128	FI	—	HTTP	Anonymous	WEB1-AS : AS207003	41244 ms	70.8%
149.202.47.125:3128	FR	Roubaix	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	42011 ms	54.5%
31.56.7.5:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Anonymous	DeluxHost : AS214677	49921 ms	47.4%
154.223.77.54:10001	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP	Elite	Kaopu Cloud HK Limited : AS138915	53242 ms	86.6%
45.74.31.40:7303	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	54377 ms	62.5%
36.152.150.243:8081	CN	—	HTTP	Elite	China Mobile Communications Corporation : AS56046	59394 ms	61.6%
31.56.7.5:110	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	DeluxHost : AS214677	60086 ms	63.5%
103.43.191.71:8888	SG	—	HTTP	Elite	West263 International Limited : AS139021	61715 ms	93.5%
140.238.32.108:3128	JP	Inzai	HTTP	Anonymous	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	71031 ms	93.1%
47.76.189.189:8899	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP	Anonymous	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	71563 ms	48.9%
130.110.103.245:3128	SA	—	HTTP	Transparent	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	72578 ms	98.5%
104.243.157.1:8080	US	Evansville	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	LiteWire Internet Services, Inc. : AS32003	182 ms	31.2%
180.194.9.255:8081	PH	Dipolog City	HTTP	Transparent	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company : AS9299	186 ms	23.0%
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%
144.124.251.24:11265	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Anonymous	VDSINA : AS216071	347 ms	11.4%
205.209.66.105:1080	SY	Al-Hasakah	SOCKS4	Elite	RCell LLC : AS214707	359 ms	31.3%
144.124.251.24:10594	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Anonymous	VDSINA : AS216071	375 ms	8.8%
137.175.39.87:80	US	—	HTTPS	Elite	PEG TECH INC : AS54600	378 ms	14.4%
144.124.251.24:11124	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	VDSINA : AS216071	381 ms	10.6%
154.201.127.46:8080	IN	Noida	HTTP	Elite	Real Time Data Services Private Limited : AS18229	389 ms	32.2%
116.203.139.209:4145	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	444 ms	13.4%
144.124.251.24:10526	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	VDSINA : AS216071	517 ms	10.1%
180.190.188.49:8080	PH	Lahug	HTTPS	Transparent	— : AS132199	533 ms	35.1%
144.124.251.24:10605	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Transparent	VDSINA : AS216071	561 ms	11.4%

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 3,215 HTTP, 2,519 HTTPS, 780 SOCKS4, and 3,121 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 41.7% 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.