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 ProxyFree?

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 ProxyFree log or monitor traffic sent through these proxies?

No. ProxyFree 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 Germany Proxy List (DE Proxies) (Updated in Real-Time)

240 free Germany proxies (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5), averaging 37.9% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
138.124.10.104:443	DE	Frankfurt Am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Baykov Ilya Sergeevich : AS41745	5490 ms	34.6%
3.121.130.230:12084	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	5884 ms	14.0%
3.121.130.230:8899	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	6115 ms	14.0%
8.211.51.115:28	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	6195 ms	9.9%
45.74.31.30:10663	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	6254 ms	13.8%
150.241.105.211:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	u1host ltd : AS213877	7128 ms	35.2%
45.74.31.30:32720	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	7132 ms	28.8%
45.74.31.30:8083	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	7138 ms	23.0%
144.31.255.9:1080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTPS	Elite	U1DS-AS : AS213877	7271 ms	22.0%
209.38.214.48:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	7406 ms	16.9%
45.74.31.30:10086	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	7465 ms	30.5%
8.211.42.167:8008	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	7778 ms	8.1%
45.74.31.30:34807	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Anonymous	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8504 ms	13.3%
45.74.31.42:4837	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8657 ms	20.9%
159.195.67.82:32769	DE	Nuremberg	SOCKS4	Elite	NETCUP-KVM : AS197540	8817 ms	17.1%
8.211.42.167:1081	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	8856 ms	7.4%
45.74.31.30:15169	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8944 ms	37.8%
91.107.243.254:9104	DE	Frankfurt Am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Hetzner Online AG : AS24940	9063 ms	31.8%
45.74.31.42:16982	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	9240 ms	14.3%
150.241.64.211:8080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Senko Digital LLC : AS213520	9597 ms	11.9%
46.203.233.116:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	FREAKHOSTING : AS215703	9677 ms	39.8%
57.129.120.78:9050	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	OVH GmbH : AS16276	10176 ms	18.1%
45.74.31.42:8088	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	10182 ms	31.0%
45.74.31.42:28904	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	10338 ms	33.7%
138.199.222.72:9050	DE	Nuremberg	SOCKS5	Elite	Hetzner : AS24940	10467 ms	28.0%
84.247.171.137:3128	DE	Düsseldorf	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	10892 ms	17.3%
213.165.43.234:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Aeza International LTD : AS210644	10979 ms	38.8%
159.195.43.169:8080	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Transparent	Netcup KVM : AS197540	11419 ms	35.8%
140.82.35.234:44444	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Vultr Holdings, LLC : AS20473	12102 ms	38.1%
64.226.66.252:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	12197 ms	11.8%
45.74.31.30:11819	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	12614 ms	18.4%
45.74.31.42:12901	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	15017 ms	33.9%
45.74.31.30:11822	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	15043 ms	36.0%
54.37.75.154:9050	DE	Saarbrücken	SOCKS5	Elite	OVH GmbH : AS16276	16012 ms	9.6%
85.214.190.195:3128	DE	—	HTTP	Transparent	STRATO AG : AS6724	18012 ms	27.9%
165.227.169.229:3080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	DigitalOcean, LLC : AS14061	28422 ms	38.4%
194.180.188.100:8080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Elite	HOSTKEY-AS : AS57043	31007 ms	36.9%
79.76.121.87:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Transparent	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	40131 ms	34.3%
91.107.150.6:8888	DE	Nuremberg	HTTP	Anonymous	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	45257 ms	26.0%
212.227.182.100:110	DE	—	HTTP	Transparent	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	51299 ms	37.6%

This page lists free proxy servers located in Germany, automatically collected and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently contains 240 proxies, filterable by protocol and anonymity level. It currently ranks #5 of 132 tracked countries by proxy count.

Across the current list, the average uptime is 37.9% and the average response time is 5341ms. By anonymity level: 212 elite (fully anonymous), 8 anonymous, and 18 transparent.

Within Germany, the current proxies cluster mostly around Frankfurt am Main, Nuremberg and Falkenstein, with Amazon.com, Inc., Secure Internet LLC and Hetzner Online GmbH among the more common hosting providers.

Elite proxies hide the fact that a proxy is being used at all, anonymous proxies identify themselves as a proxy but withhold the original IP, and transparent proxies pass the original IP along — pick the anonymity level that matches what the task actually requires. Since this list is sourced from public, free servers, response times and reliability vary; always test a proxy before relying on it for anything important, and avoid using free proxies for sensitive logins or financial transactions.

No need to check back constantly: this page automatically pulls a fresh batch every 15 minutes, so it always reflects the current data as of the last sync.

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How to Use Germany Proxy Free

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Choose a proxy

Browse the Germany 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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