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 SOCKS4 Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

796 free SOCKS4 proxies, averaging 43% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
196.216.133.18:1080	ZA	Vryburg	SOCKS4	Elite	HERO TELECOMS (PTY) LTD : AS328471	3395 ms	25.9%
103.146.185.83:1081	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	PT. Yasmin Amanah Media : AS139967	3398 ms	14.7%
45.249.79.190:3629	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS4	Elite	CtrlS : AS18229	3414 ms	30.2%
47.236.188.63:10808	SG	Singapore	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba.com LLC : AS45102	3419 ms	31.8%
103.160.205.244:8080	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	PT Akbar Prima Media : AS141595	3424 ms	23.1%
203.77.239.219:50574	ID	West Jakarta	SOCKS4	Elite	Centralonline : AS9228	3433 ms	39.1%
180.180.216.90:5678	TH	Rayong	SOCKS4	Elite	TOT Public Company Limited : AS23969	3435 ms	22.6%
49.207.177.65:5678	IN	Chennai	SOCKS4	Elite	Atria Convergence Technologies Pvt. Ltd., : AS24309	3448 ms	28.1%
45.71.115.17:1080	EC	Guayaquil	SOCKS4	Elite	Nedetel S.A : AS52468	3453 ms	27.4%
160.20.36.126:80	ID	Guyangan	SOCKS4	Elite	PT AJI RAFASYA ROSO ANTENG BERKAH : AS152761	3455 ms	26.1%
103.29.61.243:4153	BD	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Telecable Bangladesh : AS152099	3491 ms	26.6%
175.139.200.17:4153	MY	Kuala Lumpur	SOCKS4	Elite	TM TECHNOLOGY SERVICES SDN BHD : AS4788	3493 ms	22.2%
36.64.27.123:5678	ID	Depok	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS7713	3494 ms	21.9%
159.192.121.240:4145	TH	Bangkok	SOCKS4	Elite	CAT BB : AS131090	3502 ms	26.1%
183.89.217.91:4153	TH	Chachoengsao	SOCKS4	Elite	Triple T Broadband Public Company Limited : AS45758	3506 ms	29.5%
186.216.195.1:4153	BR	Rio de Janeiro	SOCKS4	Elite	YIPI Telecom LTDA. : AS52973	3522 ms	24.3%
190.104.26.227:33638	BO	La Paz	SOCKS4	Elite	Telefónica Celular de Bolivia S.A : AS27882	3525 ms	29.7%
103.76.190.37:31756	IN	Vellore	SOCKS4	Elite	Alacriy Net System Service Private Limited : AS135758	3532 ms	29.4%
103.115.255.225:36331	BD	Savar Upazila	SOCKS4	Elite	Md. Murad Hossain Ripon : AS137868	3556 ms	25.6%
95.182.107.210:1080	KZ	Taldykorgan	SOCKS4	Elite	KAINAR-AS : AS212999	3558 ms	24.1%
159.148.146.65:5678	LV	—	SOCKS4	Elite	LATNET-AS : AS2588	3580 ms	18.6%
123.108.98.89:5678	ID	Banda Aceh	SOCKS4	Elite	Dinas Perhubungan,komunikasi, informasi dan Telematika -NAD : AS45313	3584 ms	26.3%
185.32.4.102:4153	PL	Wrocław	SOCKS4	Elite	ASC-AS : AS60645	3621 ms	16.6%
218.91.230.253:1080	CN	Beijing	SOCKS4	Elite	CHINATELECOM JIANGSU province NANTONG MAN network : AS131325	3633 ms	29.8%
103.161.62.153:1080	ID	Temanggung	SOCKS4	Elite	Routelink : AS38156	3643 ms	33.8%
103.169.188.14:8080	ID	Magetan	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS142347	3687 ms	14.1%
190.109.72.224:33633	BR	São Geraldo do Araguaia	SOCKS4	Elite	Saga Fibra Comunicacao Ltda : AS264231	3735 ms	19.9%
190.109.72.17:33633	BR	São Geraldo do Araguaia	SOCKS4	Elite	Saga Fibra Comunicacao Ltda : AS264231	3782 ms	10.9%
185.32.4.110:4153	PL	—	SOCKS4	Elite	ASC-AS : AS60645	3859 ms	24.7%
191.102.82.83:4153	CO	Pitalito	SOCKS4	Elite	TV AZTECA SUCURSAL COLOMBIA : AS262186	3879 ms	25.7%
80.92.227.185:5678	UA	Kyiv	SOCKS4	Elite	WNET TELECOM USA Corp. : AS1820	3893 ms	24.6%
103.168.246.3:4153	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Dinas Komunikasi dan Informatika Kabupaten Lombok Tengah : AS142330	3894 ms	31.1%
103.161.62.29:1080	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Internet Service Provider : AS38156	3900 ms	38.8%
179.189.248.109:5432	BR	Recife	SOCKS4	Elite	WorldNet Telecom Comercio e Servicos de Telecomuni : AS28252	3905 ms	28.0%
90.8.144.108:3317	FR	Nice	HTTPS SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	POP NIC : AS3215	3913 ms	15.6%
103.60.138.65:4153	IN	Chennai	SOCKS4	Elite	Velocity Internet India Private Ltd : AS134016	3927 ms	16.7%
37.131.164.124:59341	PL	Gorzow Wielkopolski	SOCKS4	Elite	PROVECTOR-AS : AS35745	3928 ms	8.3%
102.64.116.100:4145	CG	—	SOCKS4	Elite	A.M.C Telecom : AS328500	3933 ms	9.9%
177.131.121.208:5432	BR	Joacaba	SOCKS4	Elite	ACESSOLINE TELECOM ACESSO (ALT) : AS262391	3937 ms	28.5%
111.119.162.248:10970	PK	Tando Adam	SOCKS4	Elite	WANGSU : AS132165	3960 ms	21.7%
146.196.63.177:4145	IN	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Acme Diginet Corporation Pvt. Ltd : AS134874	3960 ms	22.0%
103.146.185.168:1083	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	PT. Yasmin Amanah Media : AS139967	3966 ms	12.0%
36.95.189.165:5678	ID	Bekasi	SOCKS4	Elite	Telekomunikasi Indonesia : AS7713	4025 ms	21.2%
177.91.35.202:4153	BR	Varginha	SOCKS4	Elite	Fonelight Telecomunicacoes S/A : AS263424	4045 ms	17.3%
103.102.141.40:4145	ID	Jakarta	SOCKS4	Elite	PT. PALAPA RING BARAT : AS136854	4046 ms	25.1%
85.187.5.66:48293	BG	—	SOCKS4	Elite	ASNET-AS : AS49147	4101 ms	19.2%
45.230.174.21:4153	MX	Culiacan	SOCKS4	Elite	OPSICOME SA DE CV : AS265545	4145 ms	25.6%
27.72.122.228:51067	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS4	Elite	Viettel Group : AS7552	4157 ms	29.1%
109.224.22.35:51372	IQ	—	SOCKS4	Elite	HulumTele : AS203214	4230 ms	17.8%
91.204.57.48:8989	RU	St Petersburg	SOCKS4	Elite	Yunta Ltd : AS47363	4245 ms	31.7%

Need a SOCKS4 proxy? This page currently tracks 796 of them worldwide, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes. It currently ranks #4 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count. Filter by country or anonymity level to find the right one.

Of the proxies currently listed: 793 elite, 3 anonymous, and 0 transparent — averaging 43% uptime and 3647ms response time overall.

SOCKS4 proxies operate at a lower level than HTTP proxies, relaying almost any TCP connection rather than just web traffic — useful for applications that aren't browsers. SOCKS4 has no built-in authentication, so treat the proxy itself as untrusted infrastructure — it's a good fit for simple TCP forwarding tasks, less so for anything that assumes a private, authenticated tunnel.

Match the anonymity level to the task: elite for maximum concealment, anonymous when some visibility is acceptable, transparent when hiding the source IP isn't the point. As with any free, publicly sourced proxy list, uptime and speed vary between entries, so verify a proxy works before relying on it, and don't use free proxies for anything involving passwords or payment information.

The list above reflects the most recent sync and updates automatically every 15 minutes — no need to refresh manually, just revisit this page whenever a fresh batch is needed.

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How to Use SOCKS4 Proxy Free

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Choose a proxy

Browse the SOCKS4 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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