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 South Korea Proxy List (KR Proxies) (Updated in Real-Time)

91 free South Korea proxies (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5), averaging 51.8% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
112.169.99.71:8023	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	11604 ms	56.5%
112.169.99.71:8092	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	11713 ms	64.3%
211.217.231.234:8080	KR	Mapo-gu	HTTP	Transparent	Korea Telecom : AS4766	12180 ms	53.6%
112.169.99.71:8064	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	12704 ms	66.9%
112.169.99.71:8060	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	13180 ms	48.6%
112.169.99.71:8073	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	13400 ms	64.5%
112.169.99.71:8019	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Anonymous	Korea Telecom : AS4766	14014 ms	63.5%
8.220.216.57:3128	KR	Seoul	HTTP	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	14240 ms	51.9%
112.169.99.71:8052	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	14337 ms	62.4%
47.80.60.84:3128	KR	Seoul	HTTP	Transparent	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	21479 ms	55.6%
168.110.127.81:3128	KR	Chuncheon	HTTP	Transparent	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	31293 ms	64.3%
112.169.99.71:8033	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	31876 ms	52.8%
112.169.99.71:8096	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	56205 ms	46.8%
211.209.210.50:1080	KR	Yangcheon-gu	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	SK Broadband Co Ltd : AS9318	863 ms	8.9%
121.139.218.165:43295	KR	Ansan-si	SOCKS4	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	993 ms	38.0%
13.209.65.136:17787	KR	Incheon	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	1286 ms	22.7%
221.133.129.35:1080	KR	—	SOCKS4	Elite	SK Broadband Co Ltd : AS9689	1527 ms	7.5%
43.108.35.203:8899	KR	Seoul	HTTP	Anonymous	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	1640 ms	19.2%
13.209.65.136:2883	KR	Incheon	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	2088 ms	13.7%
114.108.177.104:60984	KR	Daejeon	SOCKS4	Elite	plannix : AS3786	3550 ms	33.7%
112.169.99.71:8081	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	4102 ms	32.1%
121.174.186.199:8080	KR	Suyeong-gu	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Korea Telecom : AS4766	5042 ms	37.9%
8.213.156.191:6666	KR	Seoul	HTTP	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	5166 ms	1.0%
43.202.114.177:27376	KR	Incheon	HTTPS	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	5815 ms	5.0%
112.169.99.71:8097	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	7184 ms	37.7%
112.169.99.71:8008	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	7509 ms	39.1%
112.169.99.71:8100	KR	Gangnam-gu	HTTP	Elite	— : AS4766	7674 ms	27.0%
112.169.99.71:8054	KR	Gangnam-gu	HTTP	Elite	— : AS4766	7734 ms	28.0%
112.169.99.71:8068	KR	Gangnam-gu	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	— : AS4766	7766 ms	26.8%
112.169.99.71:8018	KR	Gangnam-gu	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	— : AS4766	7982 ms	24.5%
14.34.180.21:38157	KR	Yangju	HTTP	Elite	Kornet : AS4766	9004 ms	5.5%
8.220.205.172:8008	KR	Seoul	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	9623 ms	1.0%
8.220.205.172:12000	KR	Seoul	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	9696 ms	1.1%
112.169.99.71:8091	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTPS	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	9854 ms	31.5%
112.169.99.71:8087	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	9995 ms	40.0%
112.186.12.196:3128	KR	Yongin-si	HTTP	Transparent	Korea Telecom : AS4766	15845 ms	38.1%
112.169.99.71:8084	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	22996 ms	39.2%
112.169.99.71:8001	KR	Seocho-gu	HTTP	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	24781 ms	32.0%
132.145.89.15:6688	KR	Seoul	HTTP	Anonymous	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	29396 ms	23.5%
112.168.176.184:3128	KR	Suwon	HTTP	Transparent	Korea Telecom : AS4766	29800 ms	38.5%
27.255.80.167:8080	KR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	Hostcenter : AS45382	31330 ms	39.9%

This page lists free proxy servers located in South Korea, automatically collected and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently contains 91 proxies, filterable by protocol and anonymity level. It currently ranks #20 of 132 tracked countries by proxy count.

In terms of quality, this list averages 7827ms response time and 51.8% uptime. By anonymity level, that breaks down to 66 elite, 16 anonymous, and 9 transparent proxies.

Servers on this list are concentrated in Seocho-gu, Seoul and Incheon, commonly hosted by providers such as Korea Telecom, Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. and Oracle Corporation.

Choosing between elite, anonymous, and transparent comes down to how much a task needs to hide: elite proxies conceal everything, anonymous proxies reveal only that a proxy is in use, and transparent proxies conceal nothing. These servers are free and publicly sourced, so quality varies — always verify one works before relying on it, and never use a free proxy for sensitive logins or financial transactions.

This list refreshes on its own every 15 minutes, so what's shown above is the most recent available data — come back anytime for an updated batch, no manual refresh required.

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How to Use South Korea Proxy Free

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Choose a proxy

Browse the South Korea 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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