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 SOCKS5 Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

1,707 free SOCKS5 proxies, averaging 31.5% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
103.165.128.75:1080	ID	Jakarta	SOCKS5	Elite	Solusinet : AS17995	3649 ms	38.6%
108.136.140.236:8603	ID	Jakarta	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3654 ms	14.1%
56.155.73.159:51607	JP	Osaka	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3665 ms	15.2%
45.150.33.211:1081	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS5	Elite	Aeza Group LLC : AS210644	3681 ms	27.2%
93.184.4.254:1080	IL	Dolev	SOCKS5	Elite	BCI Telecommunication & Advanced Technology Company : AS47253	3743 ms	17.8%
13.60.163.108:18355	SE	Stockholm	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3767 ms	12.0%
16.51.62.173:29178	AU	Melbourne	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3779 ms	13.9%
123.0.24.154:9090	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS5	Elite	IIL : AS56054	3815 ms	38.0%
162.55.91.21:9080	DE	Falkenstein	SOCKS5	Elite	Hetzner : AS24940	3820 ms	25.2%
103.142.255.33:69	ID	—	SOCKS5	Elite	PT.CITRA BERDIKARI NUSANTARA : AS139381	3844 ms	13.9%
103.161.104.105:1080	BD	Ishwardi	SOCKS5	Elite	Ideal Communication Network : AS134505	3861 ms	18.6%
42.118.209.146:1080	VN	Ho Chi Minh City	SOCKS5	Elite	FPTDYNAMICIP : AS18403	3912 ms	13.6%
39.102.208.149:8090	CN	Beijing	HTTP HTTPS SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	3924 ms	8.6%
40.192.121.249:443	IN	Hyderabad	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3947 ms	10.2%
13.245.171.157:47087	ZA	Cape Town	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	3975 ms	12.4%
39.102.208.149:3128	CN	Beijing	HTTP SOCKS5	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	3989 ms	8.5%
118.145.141.251:44244	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	3994 ms	32.7%
13.245.171.157:44486	ZA	Cape Town	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4049 ms	15.0%
85.113.43.181:1080	RU	Samara	SOCKS5	Elite	JSC "ER-Telecom Holding" Samara Branch : AS34533	4071 ms	19.7%
43.205.113.210:51	IN	Mumbai	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4084 ms	12.6%
186.219.212.53:7080	BR	Capitólio	SOCKS5	Elite	Megaminas Telecomunicacoes Ltda : AS262996	4089 ms	29.1%
102.36.127.231:1080	ZA	Tekwane	SOCKS5	Elite	Bridgnet : AS327794	4162 ms	37.0%
202.62.55.95:1080	KH	Phnom Penh	SOCKS5	Elite	Cogetel Ltd : AS23673	4214 ms	37.8%
103.143.11.246:9005	HK	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	YISU CLOUD LTD : AS138152	4219 ms	7.2%
182.160.118.186:1080	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS5	Elite	Aamra Networks Limited : AS24323	4226 ms	17.4%
118.145.141.251:44232	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	4244 ms	27.9%
47.120.0.231:8081	CN	Shenzhen	HTTP HTTPS SOCKS5	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	4256 ms	11.5%
130.17.13.182:8080	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	CENIC : AS2152	4270 ms	17.6%
144.31.86.244:8443	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS5	Elite	u1host Amsterdam : AS213877	4286 ms	38.5%
195.98.82.63:1080	RU	Voronezh	SOCKS5	Elite	Vicnetdsl : AS6856	4306 ms	19.0%
118.145.141.251:44043	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	4317 ms	31.0%
39.102.208.23:8081	CN	Beijing	HTTP HTTPS SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	4357 ms	11.2%
108.131.109.106:54303	IE	Dublin	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4358 ms	13.0%
108.131.109.106:889	IE	Dublin	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4359 ms	12.1%
99.79.58.74:8597	CA	Montreal	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4418 ms	11.9%
34.207.239.230:8711	US	Ashburn	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS14618	4453 ms	13.6%
79.137.196.250:1080	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	AEZA-AS : AS210644	4459 ms	16.8%
15.237.108.20:48587	FR	Paris	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4470 ms	10.8%
154.83.186.198:1080	SC	—	SOCKS5	Elite	ORG-DL626-RIPE : AS200758	4496 ms	6.8%
110.235.246.62:1080	KH	Phnom Penh	SOCKS5	Elite	COGETEL Co., Ltd : AS23673	4514 ms	18.9%
3.127.27.51:19663	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4539 ms	13.3%
39.102.208.189:9999	CN	Beijing	HTTP HTTPS SOCKS5	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	4549 ms	7.4%
118.145.141.251:44117	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	4598 ms	30.4%
66.151.32.105:1080	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS5	Elite	Hostkey B.V : AS57043	4608 ms	28.1%
118.145.141.251:44220	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	4687 ms	31.1%
39.104.23.154:8443	CN	Beijing	HTTP SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Hangzhou Alibaba Advertising Co.,Ltd. : AS37963	4801 ms	6.4%
45.74.31.30:11806	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	4845 ms	17.1%
34.220.80.147:27360	US	Boardman	SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS16509	4878 ms	13.1%
90.8.144.108:3317	FR	Nice	SOCKS5	Elite	— : AS3215	4886 ms	25.0%
115.127.112.178:1080	BD	Dhaka	SOCKS5	Elite	BRACNet Limited : AS24342	4915 ms	11.5%

This page lists free SOCKS5 proxy servers from around the world, automatically collected and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently contains 1,707 proxies, filterable by country and anonymity level. It currently ranks #4 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count.

In terms of quality, this list averages 2073ms response time and 31.5% uptime. By anonymity level, that breaks down to 1692 elite, 3 anonymous, and 0 transparent proxies.

SOCKS5 proxies extend SOCKS4 with authentication support and UDP relaying, making them the more capable choice for applications that need more than basic TCP forwarding. SOCKS5's optional authentication and UDP support make it the better default for torrent clients, game servers, or any tool that needs more than plain TCP — check the specific client's SOCKS5 settings for username/password fields if the server offers them.

Elite proxies hide the fact that a proxy is being used at all, anonymous proxies identify themselves as a proxy but withhold the original IP, and transparent proxies pass the original IP along — pick the anonymity level that matches what the task actually requires. Since this list is sourced from public, free servers, response times and reliability vary; always test a proxy before relying on it for anything important, and avoid using free proxies for sensitive logins or financial transactions.

No need to check back constantly: this page automatically pulls a fresh batch every 15 minutes, so it always reflects the current data as of the last sync.

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How to Use SOCKS5 Proxy Free

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Choose a proxy

Browse the SOCKS5 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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