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 44.9% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
103.152.238.23:1080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Acces Prima Nusantara : AS140448	1428 ms	24.4%
154.201.126.245:8080	IN	Delhi	HTTP	Elite	CtrlS : AS18229	1428 ms	33.9%
45.171.111.255:999	EC	Tena	HTTP	Transparent	LAGONET-TV CIA. LTDA. : AS267778	1435 ms	27.2%
103.172.42.161:1111	ID	Karawang	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Media Solusi Sukses : AS142393	1440 ms	33.7%
144.124.251.24:10605	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Elite	Servers Tech Fzco : AS216071	1441 ms	6.0%
203.205.49.2:10100	VN	Ho Chi Minh City	HTTP	Anonymous	CMC Telecom Infrastructure Company : AS45903	1454 ms	13.7%
27.65.28.116:1080	VN	Ho Chi Minh City	SOCKS4	Elite	Viettel Group : AS7552	1454 ms	16.7%
185.94.29.2:1080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	dataforest GmbH : AS58212	1455 ms	31.1%
188.191.18.66:1080	UA	Saint Petersburg	SOCKS4	Elite	CrimeaCom South LTD. Autonomous system : AS28761	1456 ms	23.4%
103.174.237.128:8080	ID	Kediri	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Global Erasiber Teknologi : AS147106	1466 ms	28.9%
45.74.31.47:10982	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1476 ms	9.3%
190.103.205.253:9097	AR	Pigue	HTTP	Transparent	COOPERATIVA DE PROVISION DE SERVICIO ELECTRICO Y OTROS SERV DE PIGUE : AS264790	1481 ms	32.0%
45.74.31.42:7692	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1481 ms	10.1%
186.1.182.194:4153	CO	Santa Marta	SOCKS4	Elite	Dialnet de Colombia S.A. E.S.P. : AS27837	1485 ms	25.9%
45.74.31.40:4188	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1487 ms	20.2%
117.102.101.52:5678	ID	Jakarta	SOCKS4	Elite	BIZNET NETWORKS : AS17451	1490 ms	38.9%
49.0.245.175:5555	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	HUAWEI INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD. : AS136907	1497 ms	20.9%
202.162.219.12:1080	ID	Duren Tiga	SOCKS4	Elite	PT INDONESIA COMNETS PLUS : AS9341	1513 ms	9.7%
45.74.31.46:9444	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1515 ms	5.1%
203.77.239.219:50574	ID	Jakarta	SOCKS4	Elite	PT. Total Info Kharisma : AS9228	1523 ms	15.3%
60.54.19.45:1080	MY	Petaling Jaya	SOCKS4	Elite	TM TECHNOLOGY SERVICES SDN BHD : AS4788	1523 ms	8.9%
177.184.67.25:4145	BR	Barra do Pirai	SOCKS4	Elite	Multipla Servicos Inteligentes : AS52898	1525 ms	10.6%
182.93.75.162:1080	NP	Mahottari	SOCKS4	Elite	Subisu Cablenet : AS4007	1529 ms	32.9%
218.90.167.205:1080	CN	Wuxi	SOCKS4	Elite	Chinanet : AS4134	1533 ms	16.6%
200.215.160.210:5678	BR	Sao Marcos	SOCKS4	Elite	BRSULNET TELECOM LTDA : AS263656	1535 ms	28.4%
144.124.251.24:10088	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Servers Tech Fzco : AS216071	1540 ms	4.9%
171.248.213.31:1080	VN	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Viettel Group : AS7552	1541 ms	9.6%
58.144.196.192:39105	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	CHINA UNICOM China169 Backbone : AS4837	1544 ms	11.9%
144.22.51.165:8082	CR	—	HTTPS	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	1548 ms	23.6%
186.216.195.1:4153	BR	Rio de Janeiro	SOCKS4	Elite	YIPI Telecom LTDA. : AS52973	1550 ms	24.6%
66.215.197.108:1080	US	Riverside	SOCKS5	Elite	Spectrum : AS20115	1555 ms	39.6%
45.172.177.1:59341	AR	Carcarana	SOCKS4	Elite	INTERMEDIA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS S.R.L. : AS267791	1565 ms	8.9%
176.114.199.202:1080	RU	Tver	SOCKS5	Elite	MNT-ANNET : AS50060	1566 ms	34.2%
45.74.31.42:13775	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1575 ms	12.1%
45.74.31.47:7998	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1589 ms	37.4%
181.78.67.162:1080	CO	Cartagena	SOCKS4	Elite	UFINET : AS52468	1599 ms	29.9%
144.124.251.24:10485	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Elite	Servers Tech Fzco : AS216071	1601 ms	3.0%
45.118.74.113:4153	IN	Vijayawada	SOCKS4	Elite	VAINAVI INDUSTIES LTD, INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER, INDIA : AS45582	1605 ms	14.7%
103.79.96.205:4153	ID	Curug	SOCKS4	Elite	PT IndoDev Niaga Internet : AS64308	1609 ms	7.2%
45.116.230.79:4673	IN	Kochi	SOCKS4	Elite	DWANIRINN : AS133301	1612 ms	32.8%
195.158.2.130:3128	UZ	Tashkent	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	BRM-AS : AS8193	1621 ms	14.8%
119.148.23.210:9990	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS4	Elite	Agni Systems Limited : AS23923	1622 ms	35.8%
27.72.98.89:8443	VN	Hanoi	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Viettel Group : AS7552	1624 ms	22.7%
138.94.236.100:8080	BR	Altamira	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	NETTCON PROVEDOR DE INTERNET EIRELI EPP : AS264177	1625 ms	22.5%
181.78.67.99:1080	CO	Cartagena	SOCKS4	Elite	UFINET : AS52468	1625 ms	29.1%
38.226.49.34:1080	PE	Ayacucho	SOCKS4	Elite	KAZAV LATAM E.I.R.L. : AS274029	1629 ms	9.7%
45.74.31.46:6368	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1629 ms	38.5%
45.74.31.47:4495	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1632 ms	29.9%
103.204.211.48:32255	BD	Dhaka	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	LEVEL3 CARRIER LIMITED : AS58682	1634 ms	33.8%
45.142.195.110:995	RO	Timişoara	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	datacampus : AS215929	1635 ms	14.5%

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 3,152 HTTP, 2,511 HTTPS, 774 SOCKS4, and 3,230 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 44.9% 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.