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 HTTP Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

2,544 free HTTP proxies, averaging 36.4% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
57.128.159.156:21	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	33163 ms	39.2%
51.159.156.201:3128	FR	Paris	HTTP	Transparent	ONLINENET_DEDICATED_SERVERS : AS12876	33622 ms	36.9%
160.238.65.5:3128	HK	—	HTTP	Transparent	GZ REMITTANCE (CHINA) INDUSTRY LIMITED : AS142019	33914 ms	28.6%
5.129.217.87:3128	RU	Amsterdam	HTTP	Transparent	TWC-EU : AS210976	35049 ms	37.8%
62.109.24.177:3128	RU	—	HTTP	Transparent	RU-JSCIOT : AS29182	35073 ms	30.7%
122.3.127.241:8082	PH	Manila	HTTP	Transparent	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. : AS9299	35604 ms	6.0%
38.147.75.252:999	VE	Maracaibo	HTTP	Transparent	NAVEGANTE NETWORK, C.A. : AS273837	35977 ms	28.5%
154.113.18.189:8443	NG	Lagos	HTTP	Elite	Main one Cable Company Nigeria Limited : AS37282	36212 ms	39.9%
62.171.161.88:2018	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Transparent	CONTABO : AS51167	36517 ms	39.2%
2.26.65.76:3128	US	—	HTTP	Transparent	CHSL-ONE : AS210546	37011 ms	39.4%
62.60.216.244:3128	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Elite	NetCraftersOU : AS203273	37130 ms	7.3%
140.245.66.105:8081	KR	Chuncheon	HTTP	Transparent	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	37609 ms	39.4%
54.38.35.209:3128	FR	—	HTTP	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	38152 ms	38.6%
198.12.37.19:8080	AR	—	HTTP	Transparent	Servicios y Telecomunicaciones S.A. : AS27988	38304 ms	20.5%
140.245.99.127:8080	SG	Loyang	HTTP	Anonymous	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	38690 ms	34.2%
161.97.139.242:3129	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP	Anonymous	CONTABO : AS51167	38734 ms	39.3%
160.19.19.139:8097	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Indo Telemedia Solusi : AS149360	39934 ms	23.9%
192.124.181.90:8888	CZ	—	HTTP	Elite	INIOS-AS : AS209378	41009 ms	22.2%
185.247.224.57:8118	RO	Bucharest	HTTP	Elite	FlokiNET : AS200651	41874 ms	19.3%
167.234.224.70:7500	BR	Sao Paulo	HTTP	Anonymous	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	42835 ms	28.5%
45.77.148.203:9000	US	Piscataway	HTTP	Elite	The Constant Company, LLC : AS20473	45892 ms	35.8%
88.255.227.43:3128	TR	Ankara	HTTP	Transparent	TTNet : AS9121	46899 ms	20.6%
34.153.18.123:443	US	Columbus	HTTP	Anonymous	Google LLC : AS396982	49363 ms	14.9%
43.155.203.19:3128	KR	Seoul	HTTP	Transparent	Shenzhen Tencent Computer Systems Company Limited : AS132203	49997 ms	38.9%
158.101.113.18:80	US	Ashburn	HTTP	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	50617 ms	20.7%
103.227.187.209:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Master Star Network : AS142370	51211 ms	5.7%
167.234.224.70:5900	BR	Sao Paulo	HTTP	Anonymous	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	51966 ms	35.8%
43.229.135.44:8080	TH	—	HTTP	Transparent	Siamdata Communication Co.,ltd. : AS56309	52696 ms	38.6%
46.30.42.149:3128	NL	Amsterdam	HTTP	Transparent	IRONHOST : AS216139	54493 ms	32.6%
83.220.170.189:8080	RU	—	HTTP	Anonymous	RU-JSCIOT : AS29182	55253 ms	26.4%
103.155.196.65:3125	ID	Sukabumi	HTTP	Transparent	PT Jembatan Data Pangrango : AS141071	57981 ms	7.1%
34.102.0.242:443	US	Los Angeles	HTTP	Anonymous	Google LLC : AS396982	58704 ms	11.5%
51.255.131.164:3003	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	61848 ms	29.1%
34.162.194.108:443	US	Columbus	HTTP	Anonymous	Google LLC : AS396982	62566 ms	23.9%
81.200.154.152:8888	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP	Anonymous	TWC-EU : AS210976	63412 ms	35.3%
51.255.131.164:3002	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	63603 ms	33.4%
51.255.149.173:3007	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	64338 ms	31.0%
103.242.105.236:3125	ID	—	HTTP	Transparent	PT Lintas Jaringan Nusantara : AS58821	67516 ms	7.7%
51.254.167.233:3004	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	67770 ms	35.7%
51.255.131.164:3006	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	68365 ms	30.2%
51.255.131.164:3010	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	72381 ms	31.7%
34.162.25.75:443	US	Columbus	HTTP	Anonymous	Google LLC : AS396982	74114 ms	22.6%
51.255.149.173:3010	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	74162 ms	32.6%
51.255.149.173:3009	FR	—	HTTP	Anonymous	OVH : AS16276	80175 ms	27.7%

This page lists free HTTP proxy servers from around the world, automatically collected and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently contains 2,544 proxies, filterable by country and anonymity level. It currently ranks #1 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count.

Of the proxies currently listed: 573 elite, 131 anonymous, and 1261 transparent — averaging 36.4% uptime and 7667ms 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

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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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