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)

2,373 free HTTPS proxies, averaging 43.3% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
186.167.113.103:999	VE	Quibor	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Corporacion Digitel C.A. : AS27717	10640 ms	31.1%
179.49.162.133:999	CO	Zipaquira	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	INTEGRA MULTISOLUTIONS S.A.S. : AS267857	10727 ms	32.7%
38.252.213.240:999	PE	Lima	HTTPS	Elite	TELCOM MIKROTIK PERU S.A.C. : AS273000	10809 ms	36.6%
196.251.221.2:8080	ZA	Brits	HTTPS	Elite	Info-Gro (PTY) Ltd : AS37403	10829 ms	32.1%
62.146.235.24:8080	SG	Singapore	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Contabo GmbH : AS141995	10965 ms	31.9%
79.133.66.110:81	RU	—	HTTPS	Elite	PJSC "Rostelecom". Technical Team : AS12389	11072 ms	37.9%
62.146.235.9:8080	SG	Singapore	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Contabo GmbH : AS141995	11177 ms	35.5%
122.54.147.110:8082	PH	Makati City	HTTPS	Elite	Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. : AS9299	11194 ms	26.8%
103.252.120.18:8090	BD	—	HTTPS	Elite	NR Link : AS151984	11307 ms	31.0%
43.240.83.70:8080	ID	—	HTTPS	Elite	PT INDONESIA COMNETS PLUS : AS9341	11358 ms	27.2%
103.68.213.3:8080	ID	Malang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Mars Data Telekomunikasi : AS150530	11702 ms	39.1%
8.217.64.30:11080	HK	Hong Kong	HTTP HTTPS	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	11734 ms	31.0%
141.94.220.45:3128	FR	Gravelines	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	OVH : AS16276	11921 ms	31.5%
45.198.20.5:3125	ID	Bekasi	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	— : AS140457	12093 ms	5.5%
181.209.122.115:999	AR	—	HTTPS	Elite	ARSAT - Empresa Argentina de Soluciones Satelitales S.A. : AS52361	12369 ms	18.5%
43.229.79.231:8080	TH	Ron Phibun	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	ReadyIDC CO., LTD. : AS56309	12371 ms	26.5%
78.9.232.205:8080	PL	Tychy	HTTPS	Elite	Warszawa 02-822 : AS12741	12625 ms	29.5%
213.169.53.70:8185	BG	Sofia	HTTPS	Elite	RO-NI : AS42086	12956 ms	22.0%
102.221.35.177:3128	KE	Nairobi	HTTP HTTPS	Transparent	Angani - KE : AS37684	13035 ms	33.6%
110.171.40.132:8080	TH	Bangkok	HTTPS	Elite	TRUE INTERNET CORPORATION CO. LTD. : AS17552	13310 ms	15.0%
103.76.109.167:443	ID	Lumajang	HTTPS	Elite	PT Mahawira Nusantara Grup : AS151576	13713 ms	29.2%
206.42.12.58:3132	BR	Fortaleza	HTTPS	Elite	Cogent Communications : AS174	18664 ms	31.9%
113.23.195.5:1231	MY	Perai	HTTPS	Elite	Extreme Broadband : AS38182	60197 ms	24.8%

Need a HTTPS proxy? This page currently tracks 2,373 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: 1341 elite, 426 anonymous, and 606 transparent — averaging 43.3% uptime and 5412ms 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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