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)

2,405 free SOCKS4 proxies, averaging 20.6% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
147.45.60.241:1082	US	Atlanta	SOCKS4	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	2726 ms	60.9%
147.45.60.246:1082	US	Atlanta	SOCKS4	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	2838 ms	63.2%
43.160.255.142:7890	SG	Singapore	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS132203	2863 ms	90.7%
158.220.99.85:4545	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS4	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	2878 ms	91.4%
68.71.254.6:4145	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	2888 ms	97.1%
2.188.254.235:1314	IR	Tabriz	SOCKS4	Elite	Maxnet : AS42337	2901 ms	73.9%
45.74.158.148:443	TR	Istanbul	SOCKS4	Elite	Netlen Internet Hizmetleri Ltd. Sti : AS44620	2944 ms	83.0%
178.130.47.21:1082	US	Phoenix	SOCKS4	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	2977 ms	59.1%
132.243.120.54:10809	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS4	Elite	Clodo Cloud Service CO. L.L.C : AS216154	2988 ms	44.7%
157.90.113.23:9052	DE	Nuremberg	SOCKS4	Elite	Hetzner : AS24940	2997 ms	51.4%
184.178.172.17:4145	US	Roanoke	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	3043 ms	99.1%
1.20.254.32:4153	TH	Phon Charoen	SOCKS4	Elite	TOT Mobile Co LTD : AS23969	3078 ms	40.9%
27.147.218.182:1080	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS4	Elite	Corporate Subscriber : AS23688	3097 ms	43.4%
190.89.104.88:5432	BR	Joaçaba	SOCKS4	Elite	Acessoline Telecomunicacoes Ltda : AS262391	3106 ms	44.8%
159.255.164.163:1080	IQ	Erbil	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS197882	3131 ms	44.7%
189.202.204.53:1080	MX	Ramos Arizpe	SOCKS4	Elite	Operbes, S.A. de C.V : AS18734	3163 ms	54.9%
107.181.168.145:4145	US	Miami	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	3163 ms	97.2%
192.252.210.233:4145	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	3185 ms	98.1%
72.207.33.64:4145	US	San Diego	SOCKS4	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	3214 ms	59.8%
72.207.109.5:4145	US	Dallas	SOCKS4	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	3219 ms	59.8%
103.167.156.82:1080	ID	Pemalang	SOCKS4	Elite	PT Jaringan Tiang Indonesia Group : AS150554	3223 ms	42.3%
186.1.182.194:4153	CO	Santa Marta	SOCKS4	Elite	Dialnet de Colombia S.A. E.S.P : AS27837	3224 ms	48.8%
103.169.189.155:36473	ID	Ponorogo	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS142347	3254 ms	60.7%
160.20.165.242:8080	EC	Guayaquil	SOCKS4	Elite	UFINET : AS52468	3257 ms	48.6%
190.89.104.48:5432	BR	Joaçaba	SOCKS4	Elite	Acessoline Telecomunicacoes Ltda : AS262391	3259 ms	43.4%
198.8.84.3:4145	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	3269 ms	97.4%
182.160.124.54:1080	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS24323	3269 ms	41.9%
119.63.95.3:4153	TH	Mueang Samut Prakan	SOCKS4	Elite	United Information Highway Co., Ltd : AS38794	3296 ms	42.7%
179.189.242.5:5432	BR	Recife	SOCKS4	Elite	WorldNet Telecom Comercio e Serviços de Telecomuni : AS28252	3312 ms	43.0%
105.214.0.91:5678	ZA	Johannesburg	SOCKS4	Elite	MTN SA : AS16637	3317 ms	40.5%
103.167.187.4:1080	NP	Kathmandu	SOCKS4	Elite	Smart Link Network Pvt Ltd : AS58504	3352 ms	47.0%
190.89.104.76:5432	BR	Joaçaba	SOCKS4	Elite	Acessoline Telecomunicacoes Ltda : AS262391	3357 ms	43.3%
103.66.74.61:1080	IN	Gurugram	SOCKS4	Elite	RailTel Corporation : AS24186	3394 ms	51.8%
72.195.34.41:4145	US	Irvine	SOCKS4	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	3401 ms	54.3%
203.77.239.219:50574	ID	Curug	SOCKS4	Elite	Centralonline : AS9228	3412 ms	42.6%
153.80.242.105:8080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS4	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	3431 ms	42.6%
177.131.125.144:5432	BR	Chapecó	SOCKS4	Elite	Acessoline Telecomunicacoes Ltda : AS262391	3435 ms	44.9%
103.138.145.174:9090	BD	Kishorganj	SOCKS4	Elite	NEEFIT : AS139008	3496 ms	54.1%
192.252.216.86:4145	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	3509 ms	97.2%
190.89.4.182:1080	BR	Itanhém	SOCKS4	Elite	Itaconect Serviços de Comunicação e Multimidia : AS270399	3595 ms	43.4%
189.39.118.210:5678	BR	Jaboatão dos Guararapes	SOCKS4	Elite	Ferreira Pinto & Cia LTDA : AS28310	3701 ms	51.9%
103.210.121.28:1080	ID	Palu	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS134658	3781 ms	62.3%
185.171.83.65:49153	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS4	Elite	Timeweb, LLP : AS210976	3790 ms	76.4%
190.182.137.250:1085	AR	Miguel Riglos	SOCKS4	Elite	RED DIFUSORA SA : AS27983	3838 ms	44.5%
45.61.129.165:9050	US	Las Vegas	SOCKS4	Elite	RouterHosting LLC : AS14956	3997 ms	50.5%
89.169.13.59:1303	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS4	Elite	SERV.HOST GROUP LTD : AS207957	4046 ms	51.3%
45.95.232.35:1080	CH	Zurich	SOCKS4	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	4052 ms	85.5%
174.75.211.222:4145	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	4052 ms	98.9%
182.160.101.193:1080	BD	—	SOCKS4	Elite	Aamra Networks Limited : AS24323	4185 ms	57.1%
180.211.93.104:8888	ID	Bekasi	SOCKS4	Elite	— : AS45725	4223 ms	45.1%

Need a SOCKS4 proxy? This page currently tracks 2,405 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: 2399 elite, 3 anonymous, and 0 transparent — averaging 20.6% uptime and 1834ms 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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