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 ProxyFree?

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 ProxyFree log or monitor traffic sent through these proxies?

No. ProxyFree 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)

2,342 free SOCKS4 proxies, averaging 20.5% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 2,342 proxies Updated 1 min ago

Country

Protocol

Anonymity

Min. uptime (%)

Sort by

Reset

Export .txt Export .csv

IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
63.179.134.206:12406	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3878 ms	13.1%
51.44.97.6:56576	FR	Paris	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3882 ms	12.6%
31.25.236.95:1080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	MASSIVEGRID : AS49683	3890 ms	25.9%
3.121.130.230:52017	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3891 ms	13.7%
63.181.83.210:20	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3916 ms	11.9%
13.38.217.179:5487	FR	Paris	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3926 ms	12.6%
56.155.73.215:18834	JP	Osaka	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3936 ms	12.9%
58.18.39.58:10800	CN	Hohhot	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS4837	3939 ms	21.1%
40.176.175.23:10847	CA	Calgary	HTTPS SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3959 ms	13.2%
189.202.204.53:1080	MX	Matehuala	SOCKS4	Elite	Operbes, S.A. de C.V. : AS18734	3962 ms	15.7%
18.190.253.157:22600	US	Columbus	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3963 ms	12.3%
190.228.33.42:1085	AR	San Salvador de Jujuy	SOCKS4	Elite	Telecom Argentina S.A : AS7303	3969 ms	27.3%
107.150.1.250:9050	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	HostPapa : AS36352	3984 ms	4.5%
13.208.166.217:26392	JP	Osaka	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3990 ms	10.7%
3.121.130.230:18675	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3992 ms	13.6%
181.115.207.114:1080	BO	Santa Cruz de la Sierra	SOCKS4	Elite	Empresa Nacional De Telecomunicaciones Sociedad Anonima : AS6568	4006 ms	11.6%
52.47.115.41:31636	FR	Paris	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4020 ms	14.9%
222.212.85.149:5678	CN	Chengdu	SOCKS4	Elite	Chinanet SC : AS4134	4021 ms	20.8%
18.231.214.206:40672	BR	Sao Paulo	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4034 ms	20.9%
47.254.158.115:8443	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	4036 ms	14.7%
47.254.158.115:1081	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	4044 ms	16.0%
15.161.131.175:25901	IT	Milan	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4047 ms	16.6%
103.146.170.65:5678	IN	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Thrishul Broadband Private Ltd : AS139510	4063 ms	6.0%
103.83.233.165:1080	BD	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Business Zone Limited : AS153038	4067 ms	16.6%
43.206.240.252:39412	JP	Tokyo	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4071 ms	11.2%
190.12.95.170:37209	PE	Lima	SOCKS4	Elite	OPTICAL TECHNOLOGIES S.A.C. : AS27843	4078 ms	11.9%
13.206.73.237:56294	IN	Mumbai	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4080 ms	11.7%
15.161.131.175:9117	IT	Milan	HTTPS SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4095 ms	13.3%
43.198.22.151:4755	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4111 ms	11.0%
51.17.154.141:12699	IL	Tel Aviv	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4111 ms	10.3%
8.208.84.236:80	GB	London	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	4113 ms	18.4%
51.44.97.6:55774	FR	Paris	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4116 ms	10.9%
13.38.27.183:56605	FR	Paris	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4125 ms	11.6%
15.160.132.166:25093	IT	Milan	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4128 ms	13.2%
51.49.153.183:25680	ES	Zaragoza	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4143 ms	13.8%
15.160.132.166:20423	IT	Milan	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4167 ms	15.6%
54.255.249.161:29727	SG	Singapore	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4182 ms	12.9%
200.188.246.122:60606	BR	Florianopolis	SOCKS4	Elite	Empresa Catarinense de Tecnologia em Telecom. Ltda : AS11844	4182 ms	14.9%
8.208.90.194:81	GB	London	SOCKS4	Elite	Alibaba (US) Technology Co., Ltd. : AS45102	4183 ms	13.3%
15.160.132.166:47583	IT	Milan	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4183 ms	12.8%
186.224.225.82:42648	BR	Caldas Novas	SOCKS4	Elite	VERO S.A : AS53171	4188 ms	6.8%
51.17.154.141:4302	IL	Tel Aviv	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4196 ms	14.2%
15.160.132.166:8236	IT	Milan	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4210 ms	13.4%
213.197.136.218:5678	LT	Vilnius	SOCKS4	Elite	Customers AS : AS15440	4228 ms	25.8%
51.49.153.183:52807	ES	Zaragoza	HTTPS SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4235 ms	13.3%
34.220.80.147:49285	US	Boardman	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4238 ms	12.6%
171.221.240.100:10800	CN	Chengdu	SOCKS4	Elite	Chinanet SC : AS4134	4241 ms	25.9%
16.28.101.55:51273	ZA	Cape Town	SOCKS4	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4249 ms	12.5%
190.54.100.74:5678	CL	Santiago	SOCKS4	Elite	Subcentro Las Condes S.A : AS6429	4259 ms	24.5%
83.56.15.57:5678	ES	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Telefonica_de_EspaNa : AS3352	4259 ms	20.5%

Need a SOCKS4 proxy? This page currently tracks 2,342 of them worldwide, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes. It currently ranks #2 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count. Filter by country or anonymity level to find the right one.

Of the proxies currently listed: 2340 elite, 0 anonymous, and 0 transparent — averaging 20.5% uptime and 2091ms 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.

Browse by Country

View All Countries →

Browse by Protocol

View All Protocols →

HTTP HTTPS SOCKS4 SOCKS5

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.

Free SOCKS4 Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

Browse by Country

Browse by Protocol

How to Use SOCKS4 Proxy Free

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick verification