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 United States Proxy List (US Proxies) (Updated in Real-Time)

1,605 free United States proxies (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5), averaging 42.2% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
198.211.109.221:3128	US	North Bergen	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Digital Ocean : AS14061	12054 ms	28.6%
45.74.31.46:8801	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12073 ms	18.7%
45.74.31.42:4004	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12085 ms	12.0%
45.74.31.42:12873	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12094 ms	7.2%
45.74.31.42:11192	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12165 ms	3.9%
45.74.31.47:7703	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12169 ms	33.7%
45.74.31.42:15046	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12226 ms	16.3%
45.74.31.47:8477	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12232 ms	38.7%
45.74.31.41:4209	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12288 ms	9.2%
45.74.31.42:14778	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12296 ms	18.0%
45.74.31.42:7338	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12343 ms	9.5%
45.74.31.42:6601	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12381 ms	27.3%
45.74.31.42:9135	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12396 ms	9.9%
45.74.31.41:16021	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12420 ms	13.0%
103.48.71.70:83	US	Hyderabad	HTTP	Anonymous	Country Online Services PVT LTD : AS136290	12444 ms	14.9%
45.74.31.42:10821	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12469 ms	9.7%
23.225.30.117:9999	US	Los Angeles	HTTP	Transparent	CNSERVERS LLC : AS40065	12485 ms	20.4%
45.74.31.41:7481	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12547 ms	26.4%
45.74.31.47:5071	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12578 ms	9.6%
45.74.31.47:6786	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12610 ms	13.3%
45.74.31.47:6588	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12659 ms	38.7%
45.74.31.42:4768	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12693 ms	5.4%
45.74.31.47:6656	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12751 ms	20.7%
45.74.31.41:5123	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12777 ms	27.2%
45.74.31.47:11132	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12841 ms	33.3%
45.74.31.42:13018	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12882 ms	7.7%
45.74.31.41:5904	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12939 ms	20.1%
45.74.31.41:5780	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	12971 ms	39.8%
45.74.31.41:5815	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13000 ms	37.8%
45.74.31.42:4563	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13205 ms	6.1%
45.74.31.41:6359	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13255 ms	37.4%
45.74.31.42:4602	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13276 ms	5.1%
108.170.12.13:80	US	Phoenix	HTTP	Elite	SECURED SERVERS LLC : AS20454	13302 ms	19.0%
45.74.31.42:14276	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13327 ms	7.3%
45.74.31.40:6348	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13374 ms	13.4%
45.74.31.40:5309	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13375 ms	18.2%
45.74.31.42:10921	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13429 ms	13.9%
45.74.31.46:9858	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13491 ms	32.1%
45.74.31.42:4601	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13502 ms	7.9%
45.74.31.47:10717	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13535 ms	33.6%
45.74.31.47:11754	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13611 ms	15.3%
45.74.31.42:15453	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13663 ms	30.8%
45.74.31.42:18748	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13693 ms	14.7%
45.74.31.41:6383	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13709 ms	33.0%
23.225.253.182:9999	US	Los Angeles	HTTP	Anonymous	CNSERVERS LLC : AS40065	13743 ms	26.3%
45.74.31.42:9277	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13771 ms	6.9%
45.74.31.41:4767	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13796 ms	9.7%
45.74.31.47:12813	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	13894 ms	25.7%
45.74.31.47:11832	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	14137 ms	35.6%
45.74.31.42:8364	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	14159 ms	17.2%

1,605 free proxy servers based in United States are listed below, pulled automatically from public sources and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently ranks #1 of 132 tracked countries by proxy count. Use the filters to narrow the list by protocol or anonymity level.

Of the proxies currently listed: 1511 elite, 52 anonymous, and 42 transparent — averaging 42.2% uptime and 7041ms response time overall.

Within United States, the current proxies cluster mostly around Los Angeles, Atlanta and Phoenix, with M247, Performive LLC and Cox Communications Inc. 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 United States Proxy Free

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Choose a proxy

Browse the United States 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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