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
87.107.54.155:10808	IR	Tehran	SOCKS4	Elite	Pars Shabakeh Azarakhsh : AS208161	1307 ms	98.4%
192.3.196.141:1080	US	Los Angeles	HTTP SOCKS4	Anonymous	HostPapa : AS36352	1314 ms	71.9%
194.59.186.35:1080	PL	Warsaw	SOCKS4	Elite	"Pronet" LLC : AS210644	1318 ms	45.3%
183.106.215.208:1080	KR	Gyeongju	SOCKS4	Elite	Kornet : AS4766	1328 ms	96.7%
143.255.109.76:1080	BR	Águas Lindas de Goiás	SOCKS4	Elite	Linkplanet Servicos De Comunicacao Multimidia Ltda : AS265144	1330 ms	56.4%
103.88.234.239:40016	MX	Mexico City	SOCKS4	Elite	Latitude.sh : AS396356	1334 ms	78.8%
65.20.79.228:40002	IN	Mumbai	SOCKS4	Elite	Vultr Holdings LLC : AS20473	1362 ms	51.9%
182.160.101.193:1080	BD	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Aamra Networks Limited : AS24323	1363 ms	60.8%
81.162.249.129:4153	UA	Hlevakha	SOCKS4	Elite	PP "TRC"City TV center" : AS44032	1363 ms	99.7%
103.88.234.239:40014	MX	Mexico City	SOCKS4	Elite	Latitude.sh : AS396356	1367 ms	75.0%
216.68.128.121:4145	US	Cincinnati	SOCKS4	Elite	Fuse Internet Access : AS6181	1382 ms	99.8%
91.150.189.122:1080	PL	Rzeszów	SOCKS4	Elite	Skyware Sp. z o.o : AS42673	1459 ms	68.3%
123.200.15.226:1080	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS4	Elite	Link3 Technologies Limited : AS23688	1493 ms	57.7%
192.252.220.92:17328	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	1506 ms	97.8%
45.141.116.141:1080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	dataflair - Kurz & Lankow GbR : AS207695	1512 ms	99.7%
85.228.42.180:4153	SE	Upplands Vasby	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS8434	1516 ms	43.4%
37.208.65.76:1080	RU	Moscow	SOCKS4	Elite	Moscow SI : AS58002	1610 ms	41.7%
66.42.224.229:41679	US	Cincinnati	SOCKS4	Elite	Altafiber : AS6181	1639 ms	66.8%
103.72.101.51:1020	IN	Mumbai	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS44259	1645 ms	97.4%
184.182.240.12:4145	US	Macon	SOCKS4	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	1681 ms	99.7%
216.105.130.131:4145	US	Simpsonville	SOCKS4	Elite	NET2ATLANTA.COM LLC : AS20081	1682 ms	96.8%
31.76.20.9:8888	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS215439	1686 ms	98.0%
193.158.12.141:4153	DE	Berlin	SOCKS4	Elite	SANA Berlin Hotel : AS3320	1688 ms	49.0%
42.112.52.24:20001	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	FPT Telecom Company : AS18403	1689 ms	61.4%
110.39.135.194:1080	PK	Model Town	SOCKS4	Elite	Wateen Telecom Limited : AS38264	1704 ms	52.2%
184.182.240.211:4145	US	Macon	SOCKS4	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	1705 ms	99.9%
202.146.230.102:1080	ID	—	SOCKS4	Elite	PT Centrin Utama : AS9326	1721 ms	80.0%
125.228.143.207:4145	TW	New Taipei City	SOCKS4	Elite	Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. : AS3462	1724 ms	49.1%
119.18.147.179:1080	BD	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Broad Band Telecom Services Ltd : AS45326	1735 ms	55.5%
202.5.50.151:1080	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS4	Elite	Broad Band Telecom Services Ltd : AS45326	1760 ms	51.2%
27.69.68.185:1106	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS4	Elite	VIETTEL : AS7552	1783 ms	59.7%
158.160.159.18:1080	RU	Moscow	SOCKS4	Elite	Yandex.Cloud LLC : AS200350	1790 ms	100.0%
36.90.223.150:4153	ID	Tangerang	SOCKS4	Elite	Telekomunikasi Indonesia : AS7713	1805 ms	53.8%
174.77.111.198:49547	US	Tulsa	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	1838 ms	99.4%
27.76.199.156:1080	VN	Ha Long	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS7552	1901 ms	90.6%
46.10.198.10:4153	BG	Sofia	SOCKS4	Elite	Vivacom Bulgaria EAD : AS8866	1930 ms	46.2%
80.78.74.8:65530	AL	Tirana	SOCKS4	Elite	Enterprise : AS21183	1940 ms	41.0%
178.128.165.127:10000	GB	Slough	SOCKS4	Elite	Digitalocean : AS14061	1946 ms	80.0%
217.142.236.180:1080	JP	Osaka	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	1953 ms	98.0%
103.76.170.254:1080	ID	Pamulang	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS9341	1956 ms	99.1%
171.242.14.54:1080	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS4	Elite	VIETEL : AS7552	1977 ms	98.2%
185.190.154.121:4145	RS	Belgrade	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS8400	1983 ms	45.3%
89.145.186.194:4153	TR	Istanbul	SOCKS4	Elite	Yenitelekom Infra : AS198325	1984 ms	97.3%
89.250.148.158:1080	RU	Tyumen	SOCKS4	Elite	JSC "ER-Telecom Holding" Tyumen' branch : AS41682	1993 ms	41.3%
121.46.226.221:10808	CN	Beijing	SOCKS4	Elite	shanghai wexchange network technology Co. Ltd. : AS4811	2000 ms	94.2%
27.69.68.185:1119	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Viettel Group : AS7552	2011 ms	94.7%
109.245.110.145:4145	RS	Belgrade	SOCKS4	Elite	CETIN Ltd. Belgrade : AS15958	2017 ms	46.1%
27.69.77.5:1119	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Viettel Group : AS7552	2023 ms	70.6%
46.8.104.176:1080	RU	St Petersburg	SOCKS4	Elite	Evro Telecom OOO : AS207952	2046 ms	56.6%
181.205.207.66:1080	CO	Medellin	SOCKS4	Elite	Colombia Movil : AS27831	2048 ms	74.6%

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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