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 HTTPS Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

2,243 free HTTPS proxies, averaging 40.3% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 2,243 proxies Updated 13 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
102.0.20.200:8080	KE	Nairobi	HTTPS	Elite	Airtel Networks Kenya Limited : AS36926	4789 ms	41.8%
38.10.107.117:999	PE	Arequipa	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	GLG PERU SAC : AS263189	4798 ms	45.1%
114.249.219.180:8888	CN	Haidian	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	4801 ms	84.9%
45.198.11.177:9191	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT JARINGAN LINTAS ARTHA : AS142386	4810 ms	45.4%
114.249.221.24:8888	CN	Haidian	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	4830 ms	68.4%
201.4.69.46:8080	BR	Niteroi	HTTPS	Elite	net-High-Speed	4835 ms	47.6%
179.1.196.133:999	CO	Puerto Asis	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	INTERNEXA S.A. E.S.P : AS18678	4845 ms	47.8%
185.238.238.137:58080	PL	Przeworno	HTTPS	Elite	RDNET-AS : AS207221	4872 ms	49.9%
153.51.241.42:999	MX	Cunduacan	HTTPS	Elite	JAVIER TAMAYO GARCIA : AS28435	4875 ms	69.0%
103.176.96.84:8082	ID	Bandung	HTTPS	Elite	PT Global Sarana Elektronika : AS147131	4876 ms	47.4%
45.198.10.43:9191	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT JARINGAN LINTAS ARTHA : AS142386	4880 ms	45.5%
38.250.183.132:8069	PE	Tacna	HTTPS	Elite	DESARROLLO DE INFRAESTRUCTURA DE TELECOMUNICACIONES PERU S.A.C. (INFRATEL) : AS270068	4894 ms	40.5%
179.1.241.200:999	CO	Medellin	HTTPS	Elite	INTERNEXA S.A. E.S.P : AS18678	4923 ms	66.3%
181.233.89.128:999	VE	Cabimas	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	COLNETWORK C.A. : AS271907	4935 ms	59.2%
185.144.60.130:8095	RU	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	VORONEZHTELECOM-AS : AS43991	4942 ms	41.0%
103.139.99.246:8080	ID	Bandar Lampung	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT. DIGITAL NETWORK SETIAWAN : AS138862	4945 ms	46.9%
149.86.144.211:8080	TR	Selcuklu	HTTPS	Elite	gibirnet-tr : AS208972	4945 ms	40.7%
103.97.140.199:8080	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Jembatan Data Pangrango : AS141071	4948 ms	40.6%
85.92.127.30:999	MX	Garcia	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Roger Edwin Monzon Mejia : AS273295	4983 ms	52.3%
101.206.186.99:8080	CN	Chengdu	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	— : AS4837	4984 ms	84.4%
164.163.73.5:999	HN	Santa Rosa de Copan	HTTPS	Elite	GRUPO INMA S.A : AS265767	4988 ms	49.1%
89.211.82.142:8080	QA	Doha	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	QA-ISP : AS8781	5006 ms	47.9%
103.18.79.197:8085	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT. Usaha Adisanggoro : AS55701	5033 ms	59.2%
41.216.191.85:8080	ID	Jakarta	HTTPS	Elite	PT Perwira Media Solusi : AS211407	5057 ms	88.4%
180.191.137.251:5050	PH	Taguig	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Globe Telecom (GMCR,INC) : AS4775	5059 ms	40.6%
160.22.206.83:8082	ID	Ciputat	HTTPS	Elite	PT Teradata Bintang Selaras : AS152825	5076 ms	44.0%
219.148.171.178:9445	CN	Beijing	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Chinanet : AS4134	5083 ms	79.7%
45.198.10.39:9191	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT JARINGAN LINTAS ARTHA : AS142386	5092 ms	47.7%
103.222.255.196:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Iktiar Doa Tawakal : AS151505	5111 ms	41.1%
117.50.179.251:8081	CN	—	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	5150 ms	72.2%
111.193.242.242:8888	CN	Beijing	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	5151 ms	87.1%
49.48.90.85:8080	TH	Nakhon Ratchasima	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Triple T Broadband Public Company Limited : AS45758	5162 ms	45.8%
180.191.98.117:8080	PH	Makati City	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Globe Telecom (GMCR,INC) : AS4775	5192 ms	42.2%
103.183.58.230:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Core Digital Network : AS149409	5203 ms	46.6%
114.249.210.198:8888	CN	Haidian	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	5204 ms	81.8%
221.221.150.127:8888	CN	Beijing	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	5216 ms	82.9%
182.253.121.33:8080	ID	Bandung	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	BIZNET NETWORKS : AS17451	5239 ms	65.4%
161.22.39.39:999	VE	—	HTTPS	Elite	THUNDERNET, C.A. : AS272809	5245 ms	50.0%
123.121.103.199:8888	CN	Beijing	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	5255 ms	91.3%
103.191.165.140:8081	ID	Subang	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Sakti Wijaya Network : AS149925	5258 ms	45.7%
122.246.4.30:17981	CN	Ningbo	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	— : AS136188	5260 ms	99.4%
45.186.106.145:3128	GT	Guatemala City	HTTPS	Elite	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	5269 ms	41.5%
157.15.1.190:8080	ID	Ngawi	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Gopal Network Solusindo : AS152769	5272 ms	49.9%
31.24.252.97:8080	IQ	—	HTTPS	Elite	PIT : AS209733	5328 ms	79.6%
200.94.38.45:2604	MX	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Alestra, S. de R.L. de C.V. : AS11172	5338 ms	77.5%
103.248.9.229:8090	ID	Garut	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Flashnet Inovasi Teknologi : AS151538	5351 ms	48.8%
112.208.167.183:8081	PH	Pulilan	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. : AS9299	5361 ms	48.6%
192.147.114.171:8080	ID	Surabaya	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Global Asta Systelematika : AS154146	5392 ms	46.0%
36.91.210.221:8989	ID	Bandung	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Telekomunikasi Indonesia (PT) : AS7713	5410 ms	42.9%
162.255.110.107:8080	US	—	HTTPS	Elite	Desert Winds Wireless Inc : AS54755	5433 ms	45.8%

Need a HTTPS proxy? This page currently tracks 2,243 of them worldwide, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes. It currently ranks #3 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count. Filter by country or anonymity level to find the right one.

Of the proxies currently listed: 1234 elite, 394 anonymous, and 615 transparent — averaging 40.3% uptime and 5578ms response time overall.

HTTPS (SSL) proxies wrap the connection in TLS encryption, which matters when the traffic between the client and the proxy needs to stay private, such as when submitting forms or logging into a site. When configuring an HTTPS proxy in a browser or tool, make sure it's applied to both HTTP and HTTPS traffic (some clients otherwise leave plain HTTP requests unproxied) to avoid accidentally leaking requests outside the tunnel.

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.

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 HTTPS Proxy Free

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Choose a proxy

Browse the HTTPS 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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