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 Canada Proxy List (CA Proxies) (Updated in Real-Time)

25 free Canada proxies (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5), averaging 68.3% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
159.203.61.169:8080	CA	Toronto	HTTP	Anonymous	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	38 ms	92.5%
159.203.61.169:3128	CA	Toronto	HTTP	Anonymous	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	43 ms	92.5%
149.56.110.145:3128	CA	Montreal	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	74 ms	59.8%
159.203.61.169:80	CA	Toronto	HTTP	Anonymous	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	86 ms	92.4%
159.203.61.169:1080	CA	Toronto	SOCKS5	Elite	Digital Ocean : AS14061	537 ms	100.0%
173.181.143.245:80	CA	Surrey	HTTP	Elite	TELUS Communications Inc. : AS852	656 ms	49.2%
40.177.65.8:80	CA	Calgary	HTTP	Anonymous	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	691 ms	97.1%
184.75.221.82:3118	CA	Toronto	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Amanah Tech Inc : AS32489	1048 ms	93.7%
38.49.210.122:8118	CA	Montreal	HTTP	Elite	Rica Web Services : AS26832	1439 ms	99.9%
167.114.172.208:1088	CA	Montreal	SOCKS5	Elite	OVH Hosting, Inc. : AS16276	1576 ms	100.0%
45.133.16.88:1080	CA	Toronto	SOCKS5	Elite	— : AS208951	1608 ms	93.2%
38.49.210.79:40000	CA	Montreal	SOCKS5	Elite	Rica Web Services : AS26832	2262 ms	83.9%
51.222.12.245:10084	CA	Beauharnois	SOCKS4	Elite	OVH Hosting, Inc. : AS16276	2762 ms	100.0%
144.217.107.25:1080	CA	Beauharnois	SOCKS4	Elite	OVH : AS16276	3920 ms	53.0%
151.243.236.236:80	CA	Beauharnois	HTTP	Elite	— : AS16276	4566 ms	56.1%
45.81.154.75:1080	CA	Vancouver	SOCKS4	Elite	Huize Holdings LLC : AS400992	4991 ms	85.0%
51.222.30.140:3128	CA	Montréal	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	19990 ms	58.6%
51.161.137.166:8080	CA	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	22085 ms	61.6%
173.181.142.228:80	CA	Surrey	HTTP	Anonymous	TELUS Communications Inc. : AS852	24967 ms	54.7%
51.161.142.97:8080	CA	Montréal	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	26936 ms	62.3%
192.158.15.201:50877	CA	Mississauga	SOCKS4	Elite	1651884 Ontario Inc. : AS40028	4313 ms	34.8%
50.67.100.178:8080	CA	West Vancouver	SOCKS4	Elite	Shaw Communications : AS6327	4371 ms	15.0%
185.196.61.251:8081	CA	Toronto	HTTPS	Elite	BrainStorm Network, Inc : AS136258	7897 ms	34.4%
68.233.127.229:1080	CA	Montreal	SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	10872 ms	17.0%
173.231.106.226:8080	CA	Montreal	HTTP	Transparent	Videotron Ltee : AS22652	14501 ms	21.4%

Looking for a proxy server in Canada? This page tracks 25 of them, kept current with an automatic refresh every 15 minutes. It currently ranks #34 of 132 tracked countries by proxy count. Filter by protocol or anonymity level to find the right one.

Across the current list, the average uptime is 68.3% and the average response time is 6489ms. By anonymity level: 14 elite (fully anonymous), 9 anonymous, and 2 transparent.

Most of these Canada proxies are hosted in or near Montreal, Toronto and Beauharnois. Providers seen frequently in this list include OVH SAS, OVH and DigitalOcean, LLC.

Not every proxy on this list behaves the same way: elite proxies conceal both the original IP and the fact that a proxy is in use, anonymous proxies hide the IP but reveal a proxy is present, and transparent proxies hide neither. Because these are free, publicly sourced servers, reliability and speed can vary from one to the next — test before depending on one, and steer clear of using free proxies for logins or payments.

The list above reflects the most recent sync and updates automatically every 15 minutes — no need to refresh manually, just revisit this page whenever a fresh batch is needed.

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How to Use Canada Proxy Free

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Choose a proxy

Browse the Canada proxies listed above and pick one based on protocol, uptime, and anonymity level (elite, anonymous, or transparent) 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.

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