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)

750 free SOCKS4 proxies, averaging 46% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
141.11.109.125:9051	TR	Istanbul	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS210538	8063 ms	13.9%
103.58.16.106:4145	MY	—	SOCKS4	Elite	E-WORLD COMMUNICATION SDN BHD : AS134202	8076 ms	22.4%
177.125.212.244:4145	BR	Campo Mourao	SOCKS4	Elite	GIGA MAIS FIBRA TELECOMUNICACOES S.A. : AS262354	8079 ms	23.3%
81.12.157.98:5678	RO	Iasi	SOCKS4	Elite	Charles de Gaulle nr.15 : AS12302	8086 ms	34.1%
200.105.192.6:5678	BO	La Paz	SOCKS4	Elite	AXS Bolivia S. A. : AS26210	8088 ms	31.6%
31.13.239.4:5678	BG	—	SOCKS4	Elite	NETERRA-AS : AS34224	8093 ms	35.1%
163.227.248.113:8080	ID	Sukabumi	SOCKS4	Elite	PT Rajasa Sinergi Komunikasi : AS153895	8100 ms	13.7%
187.95.136.46:5678	BR	Osasco	SOCKS4	Elite	Horizons Telecomunicacoes e Tecnologia S.A. : AS262318	8108 ms	22.1%
103.197.32.205:5678	IN	—	SOCKS4	Elite	ZERONE Networks pvt ltd : AS134260	8187 ms	27.1%
104.194.132.112:9050	US	Las Vegas	SOCKS4	Elite	RouterHosting LLC : AS14956	8212 ms	22.6%
92.255.190.64:4153	RU	Omsk	SOCKS4	Elite	ERTH-OMSK-AS : AS41843	8244 ms	23.5%
217.145.199.47:56746	SK	Kolarovo	SOCKS4	Elite	SLOVANET-MADNET : AS12426	8250 ms	17.6%
200.80.227.234:4145	AR	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Techtel LMDS Comunicaciones Interactivas S.A. : AS11664	8251 ms	29.6%
149.86.146.205:1080	TR	Selcuklu	SOCKS4	Elite	gibirnet-tr : AS208972	8271 ms	33.8%
143.105.96.149:1080	AR	Buenos Aires	SOCKS4	Elite	Space Exploration Technologies Corporation : AS14593	8282 ms	39.5%
190.228.33.43:1085	AR	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Telecom Argentina S.A. : AS7303	8300 ms	11.8%
218.90.167.205:1080	CN	Wuxi	SOCKS4	Elite	Chinanet : AS4134	8377 ms	16.5%
62.201.233.59:4145	IQ	—	SOCKS4	Elite	IQNETWORKS : AS44217	8379 ms	22.3%
179.189.245.41:5432	BR	Recife	SOCKS4	Elite	WorldNet Telecom Comercio e Servicos de Telecomuni : AS28252	8399 ms	19.1%
196.216.133.18:1080	ZA	Vryburg	SOCKS4	Elite	HERO TELECOMS (PTY) LTD : AS328471	8400 ms	25.8%
41.216.232.213:4153	CM	—	SOCKS4	Elite	INQ DIGITAL CAMEROON SA : AS37672	8440 ms	23.7%
43.130.38.45:51029	US	Santa Clara	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Shenzhen Tencent Computer Systems Company Limited : AS132203	8444 ms	31.9%
89.168.67.102:1080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	8457 ms	13.0%
202.178.114.61:4145	KH	Phnom Penh	SOCKS4	Elite	Angkor Data Communication : AS38235	8467 ms	23.1%
193.23.200.117:1085	SE	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	ServHost-AS : AS207957	8510 ms	14.5%
14.241.182.44:5678	VN	Ho Chi Minh City	SOCKS4	Elite	VNPT Corp : AS45899	8543 ms	26.5%
190.89.4.182:1080	BR	Itanhem	SOCKS4	Elite	Itaconect Servicos de Comunicacao e Multimidia : AS270399	8548 ms	39.6%
203.174.26.141:4153	MN	Ulan Bator	SOCKS4	Elite	YokozunaNET : AS38818	8554 ms	13.1%
103.143.11.246:9005	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS4	Elite	Hong Kong Acemob Technology Co., Limited : AS138152	8564 ms	20.9%
103.146.185.171:1083	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	PT. Yasmin Amanah Media : AS139967	8610 ms	12.4%
202.162.197.57:4145	ID	Medan	SOCKS4	Elite	PT. Media Antar Nusa : AS23679	8712 ms	29.6%
103.60.187.1:52195	IN	Noida	SOCKS4	Elite	Digital Telco Network India Pvt. Ltd. : AS135729	8775 ms	16.4%
38.76.196.46:9050	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	cognetcloud INC : AS401701	8795 ms	10.5%
103.132.52.223:1080	ID	Pekalongan	SOCKS4	Elite	PT. ADEAKSA INDO JAYATAMA : AS138123	8811 ms	23.7%
115.127.180.90:5678	BD	—	SOCKS4	Elite	BRACNet Limited : AS24342	8816 ms	16.3%
129.205.244.158:1080	BW	Gaborone	SOCKS4	Elite	BOTSWANA FIBRE NETWORKS (Proprietary) Limited : AS37678	8937 ms	27.3%
104.194.132.112:9051	US	Las Vegas	SOCKS4	Elite	RouterHosting LLC : AS14956	9027 ms	27.2%
5.39.250.32:9249	LV	Riga	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Hosting services : AS41745	9109 ms	38.0%
180.148.210.77:1080	BD	Narayanganj	SOCKS4	Elite	Stargate Communications Ltd. : AS45905	9258 ms	24.8%
218.91.230.253:1080	CN	Beijing	SOCKS4	Elite	CHINATELECOM JIANGSU province NANTONG MAN network : AS131325	9273 ms	29.7%
109.224.22.35:51372	IQ	—	SOCKS4	Elite	HulumTele : AS203214	9307 ms	17.8%
72.36.32.222:9050	US	Sheridan	SOCKS4	Elite	Advanced Communications Technology : AS30110	9677 ms	23.0%
47.88.94.79:1080	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	10015 ms	30.4%
96.60.107.42:9050	US	Madison	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	TDS TELECOM : AS4181	10579 ms	9.1%
202.141.161.52:10808	CN	—	HTTP SOCKS4	Elite	Chinanet : AS4134	10744 ms	21.1%
140.238.43.53:54322	JP	Inzai	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	11297 ms	36.7%
202.78.167.58:9050	JP	Tokyo	SOCKS4	Elite	GCL : AS202422	11303 ms	24.2%
43.156.118.60:9050	SG	Singapore	SOCKS4	Elite	Tencent Cloud Computing : AS132203	11592 ms	10.0%
23.247.128.4:9005	US	Atlanta	SOCKS4	Elite	IDC SPACE INC : AS138152	11887 ms	20.5%
193.122.105.251:65535	KR	Seoul	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	19634 ms	12.5%

Need a SOCKS4 proxy? This page currently tracks 750 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: 747 elite, 3 anonymous, and 0 transparent — averaging 46% uptime and 3441ms 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

1

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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