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 9,441+ free HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5 proxies from 132+ countries, averaging 42.9% uptime and refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 9,441 proxies Updated 10 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
38.183.212.8:999	VE	Turmero	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	WISP TECNOGER, C.A. : AS273093	3039 ms	29.6%
45.123.142.84:1111	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Anten Sarana Teknologi : AS152026	3039 ms	33.4%
45.74.31.47:14135	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3040 ms	25.0%
212.34.230.102:4153	AM	Yerevan	SOCKS4	Elite	Ucom CJSC : AS44395	3043 ms	31.8%
115.127.95.82:8080	BD	Dhaka	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	BRACNet Limited : AS24342	3045 ms	26.0%
103.138.185.17:83	IN	—	HTTP	Anonymous	Mahrth Internet Service Private Limited : AS138772	3050 ms	30.7%
190.102.247.122:999	CL	Los Angeles	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Pacifico Cable SPA. : AS27901	3054 ms	39.6%
46.148.234.53:8120	RU	St Petersburg	HTTP	Elite	— : AS49505	3061 ms	9.9%
103.172.42.17:1111	ID	Karawang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Media Solusi Sukses : AS142393	3063 ms	35.1%
45.74.31.46:6099	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3063 ms	32.0%
45.74.31.47:4121	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3063 ms	23.4%
45.74.31.47:7207	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3065 ms	25.7%
123.108.98.89:5678	ID	Banda Aceh	SOCKS4	Elite	Dinas Perhubungan,komunikasi, informasi dan Telematika -NAD : AS45313	3071 ms	26.5%
45.74.31.41:7923	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3071 ms	30.8%
154.73.29.205:8080	LY	—	HTTPS	Elite	LTT Autonomous System, Tripoli Libya : AS21003	3076 ms	16.1%
115.127.190.42:6979	BD	Dhaka	HTTPS	Elite	BRACNet Limited : AS24342	3079 ms	25.9%
170.80.95.10:11211	AR	Mar del Plata	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	FIBRAS OPTICAS DE MAR DEL PLATA S.A. : AS270089	3081 ms	27.5%
45.74.31.47:8919	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3085 ms	12.0%
191.37.156.50:4153	BR	Sao Luis	SOCKS4	Elite	REDE SPEEDNET TELECOM LTDA : AS263362	3086 ms	15.6%
45.74.31.41:6472	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3087 ms	33.8%
89.43.133.229:8080	HU	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	HS-SYR : AS216472	3089 ms	28.1%
45.74.31.41:7791	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3093 ms	26.0%
221.157.45.249:80	KR	Seo-gu	SOCKS4	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	3097 ms	35.6%
168.228.44.66:999	HN	Yoro	HTTPS	Elite	CABLE NACIONAL, S.A. : AS273160	3099 ms	25.6%
103.92.218.121:9514	BD	Dhaka	HTTPS	Elite	KS Network Limited : AS59362	3100 ms	26.7%
38.183.144.94:8080	ID	Bekasi	HTTPS	Elite	PT Ikhlas Cipta Teknologi : AS140457	3103 ms	30.2%
103.111.99.6:3125	ID	Pekanbaru	HTTPS	Elite	PT Mitra Lintas Multimedia : AS136093	3106 ms	39.4%
78.110.155.229:1080	RU	Vladikavkaz	SOCKS5	Elite	ISP Irtelcom Ltd. : AS43530	3108 ms	30.1%
103.155.168.164:8299	ID	Karawang	HTTP	Transparent	PT Arozak Bima Yudho Sangkara : AS141065	3111 ms	17.4%
186.26.95.249:61445	BR	Sao Joao de Meriti	SOCKS5	Elite	AS274386 - NOSSO WI-FI LTDA : AS274386	3117 ms	19.4%
45.229.58.33:999	PA	Panama City	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	GEEK NETWORKS, S.A : AS266692	3117 ms	19.3%
45.74.31.42:12765	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3122 ms	10.7%
123.56.196.188:8080	CN	Beijing	HTTPS	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	3127 ms	23.5%
45.77.249.199:1236	SG	Singapore	HTTPS	Elite	The Constant Company, LLC : AS20473	3129 ms	5.0%
181.115.75.102:5678	HN	San Pedro Sula	SOCKS4	Elite	SERCOM de Honduras : AS14754	3131 ms	24.3%
45.177.16.131:999	PY	Ciudad del Este	HTTP	Transparent	MSW S.A. : AS267885	3132 ms	33.0%
45.74.31.42:14643	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3133 ms	4.5%
45.74.31.47:7191	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3135 ms	13.5%
176.236.37.132:1080	TR	Istanbul	SOCKS4	Elite	TELLCOM-AS : AS34984	3140 ms	28.1%
38.10.82.128:999	DO	Samana	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	NET LINK DOMINICANA EMIMAR SRL : AS272971	3141 ms	34.7%
38.191.203.226:9992	CO	Villavicencio	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	HOLA TELECOMUNICACINES COLOMBIA S.A.S : AS273134	3143 ms	29.5%
43.106.60.21:1080	SG	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	3149 ms	27.9%
157.10.7.211:8080	PK	Lahore	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Z COM NETWORKS : AS152605	3150 ms	31.7%
179.49.162.133:999	CO	Zipaquira	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	INTEGRA MULTISOLUTIONS S.A.S. : AS267857	3157 ms	29.2%
81.0.49.104:18500	ES	—	SOCKS5	Elite	WWW Ibercom Net : AS15704	3158 ms	25.5%
145.239.196.123:80	FR	Strasbourg	HTTP	Elite	OVH : AS16276	3164 ms	31.2%
208.163.39.218:53281	JM	Kingston	HTTP	Anonymous	Cable & Wireless Jamaica : AS10292	3168 ms	16.9%
190.94.213.6:999	VE	Caracas	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	IFX Networks Venezuela C.A. : AS8053	3173 ms	23.2%
45.74.31.47:7265	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	3174 ms	8.3%
51.222.97.83:8080	CA	—	HTTPS	Elite	OVH : AS16276	3179 ms	8.5%

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 3,611 HTTP, 3,004 HTTPS, 737 SOCKS4, and 3,814 SOCKS5 proxies spanning 132+ countries, averaging 42.9% 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.