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 HTTP Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

2,948 free HTTP proxies, averaging 42.3% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 2,948 proxies Updated 7 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
180.194.241.136:8080	PH	Bauan	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company : AS9299	5932 ms	23.5%
45.198.32.235:8085	ID	Balung	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS138089	5934 ms	24.8%
177.73.155.246:999	CO	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	DOBLECLICK SOFTWARE E INGENERIA : AS264646	5936 ms	26.5%
38.75.80.32:999	DO	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	ACOLME TECH, SRL : AS273217	5939 ms	27.6%
103.158.162.226:8080	ID	Malang	HTTP	Transparent	Iforte : AS17995	5939 ms	27.6%
103.174.122.230:3128	ID	Sumedang	HTTP	Anonymous	— : AS147096	5946 ms	16.8%
103.152.238.39:1080	ID	Cikarang	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS140448	5947 ms	20.8%
181.233.100.101:8080	PY	San Estanislao	HTTP	Transparent	WIRSCHKE MONGES RICARDO DANIEL : AS272099	5949 ms	18.9%
180.183.170.61:8080	TH	Bangkok	HTTP	Transparent	Triple T Broadband Public Company Limited : AS138524	5950 ms	32.3%
103.4.76.237:1111	ID	Depok	HTTP	Transparent	PT Khazanah Net Indonesia : AS150216	5962 ms	22.6%
92.39.129.50:1256	RU	Moscow	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	WestCall Ltd : AS8595	5963 ms	28.3%
103.183.13.94:8080	ID	Palembang	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	— : AS17995	5966 ms	19.2%
202.21.124.132:1011	MN	Ulan Bator	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS9484	5967 ms	31.5%
38.19.41.226:999	CO	Bucaramanga	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS270075	5970 ms	14.7%
157.20.35.41:8080	ID	Jakarta	HTTP	Transparent	PT Desible Eradata Komunikasi : AS152424	5972 ms	25.6%
154.88.136.186:999	DO	Santiago de los Caballeros	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Dominican Telecom Prime DTP SRL : AS64126	5972 ms	16.4%
111.125.242.34:1111	IN	—	HTTP	Anonymous	Microscan Internet Limited : AS24554	5974 ms	22.4%
113.46.227.104:2388	CN	Guangzhou	HTTP	Transparent	Huawei Public Cloud Service : AS55990	5975 ms	30.2%
210.87.125.58:1080	ID	Kediri	HTTP	Transparent	CV Brawijaya Giga Network : AS152059	5976 ms	13.9%
103.71.162.17:8080	ID	Trenggalek	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT. Menaksopal Link Nusantara : AS139981	5984 ms	26.0%
160.19.19.122:8090	ID	Subang	HTTP	Transparent	PT. SMART COMPUTER SERVICE : AS149360	5985 ms	11.9%
103.171.161.96:9090	ID	Central Jakarta	HTTP	Elite	— : AS63859	5987 ms	19.3%
103.140.188.144:8080	ID	Bandar Lampung	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT INDONESIA TRANS NETWORK : AS138881	5989 ms	29.1%
103.229.14.115:8080	ID	Bandung	HTTP	Transparent	PT Arthaloka Reka Teknologi : AS150196	6003 ms	33.1%
186.97.236.99:8080	CO	Medellín	HTTP	Transparent	Colombia Móvil : AS13489	6005 ms	23.7%
124.158.164.150:8080	ID	Jakarta	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT INDONESIA COMNETS PLUS : AS9341	6014 ms	35.9%
139.255.74.124:8080	ID	Bekasi	HTTP	Anonymous	Linknet ASN : AS9905	6015 ms	20.3%
175.101.26.97:84	IN	Hyderabad	HTTP	Transparent	Excellmedia : AS17754	6015 ms	13.7%
103.1.50.190:3125	ID	Pandaan	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT. PRATAMA HASTA UTAMA SOLUSINDO : AS142352	6016 ms	21.7%
1.20.101.17:443	TH	Chon Buri	HTTP	Transparent	TOT Mobile Co LTD : AS23969	6022 ms	16.0%
45.68.63.201:999	HN	San Pedro Sula	HTTP	Transparent	PIT HONDURAS S. DE R.L. DE C.V : AS64150	6029 ms	22.8%
103.163.103.213:8080	ID	Jatiroto	HTTP	Transparent	PT Mamura Inter Media : AS141673	6034 ms	26.0%
94.183.6.226:9090	IR	Tehran	HTTP	Transparent	Shtl NET ZNJ DSL : AS31549	6034 ms	23.3%
103.172.71.5:9191	ID	Tangerang	HTTP	Transparent	— : AS142386	6037 ms	15.0%
103.145.161.18:8080	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT INDONESIA COMNETS PLUS : AS9341	6041 ms	39.0%
165.99.192.29:1111	ID	—	HTTP	Anonymous	PT IDN NUSANTARA NETWORK : AS134129	6043 ms	36.8%
103.214.251.74:8080	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Bittara Interkoneksi Nusantara : AS151009	6050 ms	34.5%
103.94.133.20:8080	ID	Serang	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT CITRA AKSES INDONUSA : AS136128	6050 ms	28.8%
45.71.186.213:999	EC	Naranjito	HTTP	Transparent	Nedetel S.A : AS52468	6051 ms	34.2%
103.193.145.185:3125	ID	Batam	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Lintas Jaringan Nusantara : AS58821	6052 ms	23.0%
115.135.156.28:8080	MY	Sungai Buloh	HTTP	Transparent	Adsl Streamyx : AS4788	6059 ms	27.6%
111.199.234.107:9000	CN	Beijing	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	— : AS4808	6062 ms	26.7%
118.179.191.167:81	BD	Khulna	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Dhakacom Limited : AS23956	6066 ms	25.7%
131.100.49.50:999	CO	Florencia	HTTP	Transparent	FIBERNET TV SAS : AS270062	6069 ms	10.8%
126.209.16.170:5050	PH	Manila	HTTP	Transparent	Enterprise : AS135607	6070 ms	24.7%
161.49.219.181:8082	PH	Camiling	HTTP	Transparent	Converge ICT Solution Inc : AS17639	6071 ms	22.4%
112.204.105.222:8082	PH	Antipolo City	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company : AS9299	6071 ms	23.2%
103.156.74.36:8181	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Trika Global Media : AS141082	6078 ms	36.9%
103.121.22.192:8080	ID	Depok	HTTP	Transparent	PT. Eka Mas Republik : AS63859	6097 ms	28.2%
201.131.237.163:999	MX	Fresnillo	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Telecable del Mineral, S. A. de C.V. : AS28432	6105 ms	32.4%

This page lists free HTTP proxy servers from around the world, automatically collected and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently contains 2,948 proxies, filterable by country and anonymity level. It currently ranks #2 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count.

Of the proxies currently listed: 464 elite, 1087 anonymous, and 1397 transparent — averaging 42.3% uptime and 8335ms response time overall.

HTTP proxies handle standard, unencrypted web traffic and are the most widely supported option for browsers, scrapers, and automation tools. Because HTTP traffic isn't encrypted between the proxy and the destination, avoid it for anything involving passwords or payment details — pair it with an HTTPS-only destination site, or use an HTTPS proxy instead when in doubt.

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.

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 HTTP Proxy Free

1

Choose a proxy

Browse the HTTP 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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