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)

1,883 free United States proxies (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 & SOCKS5), averaging 46.5% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 1,883 proxies Updated 7 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
198.8.84.3:4145	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	Total Server Solutions L.L.C : AS46562	1185 ms	53.5%
45.74.31.40:12688	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1188 ms	83.3%
107.181.168.145:4145	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	1189 ms	53.4%
67.201.59.70:4145	US	El Segundo	SOCKS5	Elite	Total server solutions : AS46562	1194 ms	53.2%
68.71.240.210:4145	US	Beverly Hills	SOCKS5	Elite	ZeroLag Communications : AS46562	1195 ms	53.5%
68.71.243.14:4145	US	Beverly Hills	SOCKS5	Elite	ZeroLag Communications : AS46562	1197 ms	53.5%
68.71.249.153:48606	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	Family Guy Online : AS46562	1199 ms	53.4%
142.54.226.214:4145	US	Beverly Hills	SOCKS5	Elite	ZeroLag Communications : AS46562	1199 ms	53.3%
104.37.135.145:4145	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	1200 ms	53.2%
68.71.245.206:4145	US	Santa Ana	SOCKS5	Elite	RPCD : AS46562	1201 ms	53.3%
68.71.247.130:4145	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	Wonderwall.com : AS46562	1201 ms	54.5%
45.74.31.41:9716	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1202 ms	42.7%
72.37.216.68:4145	US	Beverly Hills	SOCKS5	Elite	ZeroLag Communications : AS46562	1204 ms	53.2%
184.178.172.3:4145	US	Roanoke	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	1225 ms	99.5%
45.74.31.41:6697	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1232 ms	47.7%
45.74.31.47:9180	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1253 ms	40.2%
199.66.183.226:4145	US	Hampton	SOCKS5	Elite	NET2ATLANTA.COM LLC : AS20081	1253 ms	99.9%
45.74.31.47:5946	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1254 ms	41.6%
45.74.31.41:10338	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1270 ms	66.7%
15.204.35.6:30017	US	Hillsboro	HTTPS	Elite	OVH US LLC : AS16276	1293 ms	100.0%
45.74.31.47:10137	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1302 ms	64.6%
45.74.31.41:12892	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1304 ms	85.7%
45.74.31.47:10593	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1305 ms	44.9%
162.120.16.210:1080	US	New York	SOCKS5	Elite	HOSTKEY : AS395839	1308 ms	57.7%
45.74.31.47:6662	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1314 ms	47.1%
5.161.103.41:88	US	Ashburn	HTTP	Elite	HETZNER-CLOUD2-AS : AS213230	1322 ms	63.2%
174.138.162.34:36809	US	Phoenix	SOCKS5	Elite	InternetXS : AS20454	1336 ms	100.0%
45.74.31.47:7791	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1353 ms	50.6%
45.74.31.41:7502	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1358 ms	42.3%
45.74.31.47:8593	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1362 ms	52.2%
45.74.31.41:5130	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1368 ms	43.9%
45.74.31.47:8475	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1368 ms	50.0%
45.74.31.41:14212	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1371 ms	84.4%
45.74.31.40:16663	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1387 ms	50.0%
45.74.31.41:6073	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1396 ms	66.7%
45.74.31.47:9530	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1418 ms	42.1%
45.74.31.46:7200	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1441 ms	75.0%
45.74.31.41:5667	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1451 ms	52.9%
45.74.31.41:8556	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1452 ms	90.6%
172.85.99.37:16062	US	Atlanta	HTTP	Elite	— : AS5650	1455 ms	99.3%
45.74.31.41:10985	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1469 ms	75.0%
158.101.99.182:1081	US	Ashburn	HTTP	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	1485 ms	50.0%
209.50.255.91:1080	US	Manassas	SOCKS5	Elite	Leaseweb USA, Inc : AS30633	1486 ms	95.1%
45.74.31.40:12465	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1501 ms	69.0%
72.37.217.3:4145	US	Syracuse	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	1516 ms	97.6%
45.74.31.40:13446	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1561 ms	87.5%
66.215.197.108:1080	US	Riverside	SOCKS5	Elite	Spectrum : AS20115	1583 ms	40.4%
45.74.31.40:13354	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1606 ms	58.6%
45.74.31.47:9074	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1637 ms	55.2%
66.42.224.229:41679	US	Cincinnati	SOCKS4	Elite	Altafiber : AS6181	1639 ms	66.8%

1,883 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: 1790 elite, 58 anonymous, and 35 transparent — averaging 46.5% uptime and 5997ms response time overall.

Within United States, the current proxies cluster mostly around Atlanta, Los Angeles and North Bergen, 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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