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)

2,291 free HTTPS proxies, averaging 41.1% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 2,291 proxies Updated 7 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
182.95.79.172:3128	IN	Chennai	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Bharti Airtel Limited : AS9498	7760 ms	64.3%
41.242.117.3:50003	YT	Mamoudzou	HTTPS	Elite	STOI Internet : AS37614	7780 ms	40.0%
118.179.213.183:81	BD	Dhaka	HTTPS	Elite	Amber IT Limited : AS23956	7792 ms	41.1%
181.78.44.63:999	HN	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	7797 ms	50.4%
45.235.41.162:8080	CO	Medellin	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	COLUMBUS NETWORKS COLOMBIA : AS262191	7835 ms	52.5%
38.57.65.195:999	DO	Santo Domingo Este	HTTPS	Elite	FALCO TELECOM, S.R.L. : AS272911	7853 ms	41.6%
103.176.97.57:8082	ID	Bandung	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Global Sarana Elektronika : AS147131	7885 ms	43.1%
179.1.241.200:999	CO	Medellin	HTTPS	Elite	INTERNEXA S.A. E.S.P : AS18678	7901 ms	66.3%
43.252.236.215:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT. Usaha Adisanggoro : AS55701	7902 ms	53.1%
45.198.10.39:9191	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT JARINGAN LINTAS ARTHA : AS142386	7943 ms	47.5%
103.176.96.103:8082	ID	Bandung	HTTPS	Elite	PT Global Sarana Elektronika : AS147131	7947 ms	41.7%
38.75.82.216:999	DO	—	HTTPS	Elite	ACOLME TECH, SRL : AS273217	7950 ms	40.9%
103.204.209.126:8080	BD	Dhaka	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	LEVEL3 CARRIER LIMITED : AS58682	7970 ms	54.4%
160.19.146.82:2022	ID	Tasikmalaya	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Taska Sarana Nusantara : AS152775	7979 ms	49.9%
198.15.30.50:8080	ID	Pamekasan	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	PT Trimafa Computindo Networking : AS154503	7979 ms	48.3%
201.4.69.164:8080	BR	Niteroi	HTTPS	Elite	net-High-Speed	7982 ms	44.0%
84.44.39.159:9090	TR	Nicaea	HTTPS	Elite	BORUSANTELEKOM-AS : AS15924	7988 ms	41.4%
113.192.48.219:8080	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT.Global Media Data Prima : AS138089	8002 ms	46.6%
123.119.25.143:8888	CN	Beijing	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	8040 ms	81.6%
103.203.233.134:8080	ID	Malang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Inti Data Guna : AS151600	8059 ms	46.9%
38.226.243.95:8080	ID	Bandung	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Putra Garsel Interkoneksi : AS152032	8060 ms	46.4%
182.52.149.68:80	TH	Chachoengsao	HTTPS	Elite	TOT Public Company Limited : AS23969	8069 ms	54.5%
103.176.96.32:8082	ID	Bandung	HTTPS	Elite	PT Global Sarana Elektronika : AS147131	8123 ms	42.1%
221.221.144.75:8888	CN	Beijing	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	8136 ms	78.5%
201.7.31.44:8080	BR	Goiania	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	net-High-Speed	8141 ms	42.8%
139.162.169.163:8080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Akamai Technologies, Inc. : AS63949	8143 ms	73.3%
38.199.6.65:999	PE	Lima	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	LOA NETWORK JL S.A.C. : AS273067	8150 ms	40.8%
194.186.246.22:8888	RU	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	SOVAM-AS : AS3216	8204 ms	57.6%
195.226.213.254:8888	UA	Fontanka	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	ISP AIDA : AS197192	8276 ms	72.3%
103.146.26.12:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT Indomedia Solusi net : AS139984	8289 ms	42.1%
203.175.103.179:3125	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT. Mitra Kita Brilian : AS152014	8289 ms	48.9%
43.252.107.46:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	Lintas Data Prima, PT : AS45305	8294 ms	42.0%
138.252.98.109:8080	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	PT Java Internet Solution : AS154344	8304 ms	41.9%
218.100.23.130:8080	NZ	Wellington	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Vital Data Ltd : AS132040	8312 ms	46.6%
203.190.53.210:8080	ID	Jakarta	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT. Power Telecom Indonesia : AS24530	8313 ms	47.4%
203.96.224.80:8080	BD	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	IP Communications Limited : AS147314	8363 ms	43.4%
194.124.36.162:8080	TR	Antakya	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	highspeed : AS202561	8412 ms	45.1%
180.191.234.200:2022	PH	Davao City	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Globe Telecom (GMCR,INC) : AS4775	8423 ms	48.4%
110.76.147.26:1111	ID	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	PT Tonggak Teknologi Netikom : AS140481	8430 ms	42.0%
38.58.174.85:999	MX	Ixtlahuaca de Rayon	HTTP HTTPS	Anonymous	Cogent Communications : AS174	8436 ms	43.5%
181.119.179.99:8080	GT	Guatemala City	HTTPS	Elite	UFINET PANAMA S.A. : AS52468	8486 ms	49.6%
109.123.254.197:3128	FR	Lauterbourg	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	CONTABO : AS51167	8491 ms	81.4%
117.18.127.244:8080	TH	—	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Siamdata Communication Co.,ltd. : AS56309	8529 ms	47.0%
8.243.167.51:999	CO	Bogota	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Level 3 Communications, Inc. : AS3356	8556 ms	44.5%
103.144.54.43:8082	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT GURITA CYBER NUSANTARA : AS139419	8587 ms	45.3%
103.246.109.114:8080	PK	—	HTTPS	Elite	Connect Communication : AS132165	8606 ms	50.9%
185.196.182.29:8080	AL	Krume	HTTPS	Elite	ShqiponjaISP : AS206088	8621 ms	52.7%
103.11.193.76:8080	MN	—	HTTPS	Elite	MCS Com Co Ltd : AS17882	8675 ms	47.7%
123.119.176.120:8888	CN	Beijing	HTTPS	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	8715 ms	83.9%
185.87.253.202:3128	TR	Istanbul	HTTPS	Elite	NiobeBilisimHizmetleri : AS42868	8720 ms	67.6%

Need a HTTPS proxy? This page currently tracks 2,291 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: 1281 elite, 394 anonymous, and 616 transparent — averaging 41.1% uptime and 5455ms 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

1

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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