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)

1,859 free SOCKS5 proxies, averaging 34.2% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
162.243.102.207:9764	US	Secaucus	SOCKS5	Elite	Digital Ocean : AS14061	7252 ms	9.3%
68.64.179.186:1080	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	PacketExchange : AS139659	7273 ms	29.4%
103.73.67.219:10800	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	HostHatch, LLC : AS63473	7721 ms	29.1%
157.20.27.132:1080	IN	Mumbai	SOCKS5	Elite	Manndeshi Guru NET Private Limited : AS58678	7919 ms	15.8%
84.201.144.65:10004	RU	Moscow	SOCKS5	Elite	Yandex LLC : AS200350	7948 ms	14.6%
160.30.113.24:1080	VN	Quận Ba	SOCKS5	Elite	MAY CHU Mang Technology Joint Stock Company : AS135918	7949 ms	25.2%
45.74.31.30:20466	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8097 ms	35.9%
129.151.128.225:1080	AE	Masdar City	SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Corporation : AS31898	8230 ms	26.2%
45.74.31.30:33300	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8285 ms	39.2%
45.74.31.30:20748	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8414 ms	22.5%
140.238.43.53:54322	JP	Tokyo	SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (ap-tokyo-1) : AS31898	8590 ms	20.9%
45.74.31.42:5432	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8648 ms	27.6%
45.74.31.42:11507	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	8710 ms	19.4%
103.136.107.70:1080	BD	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Digital Dot Net : AS134599	8878 ms	17.9%
107.173.153.119:2080	US	Santa Clara	SOCKS5	Elite	RackNerd LLC : AS36352	8976 ms	22.5%
118.145.141.251:44074	CN	—	SOCKS5	Elite	Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co., Ltd. : AS137718	8996 ms	20.4%
84.201.144.65:10009	RU	Moscow	SOCKS5	Elite	Yandex LLC : AS200350	9023 ms	14.6%
154.201.75.64:1011	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	cognetcloud INC : AS402506	9074 ms	8.9%
83.238.167.189:9150	PL	Warsaw	SOCKS5	Elite	Netia Telekom SA : AS12741	9115 ms	18.3%
88.99.82.67:443	DE	Falkenstein	SOCKS5	Elite	Hetzner : AS24940	9238 ms	35.6%
45.74.158.39:9050	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	NETLEN : AS44620	9350 ms	16.4%
72.255.38.180:1080	PK	Lahore	SOCKS5	Elite	Cyber Internet Services (Private) Limited : AS9541	9351 ms	15.4%
47.238.60.156:4002	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba Cloud - HK : AS45102	9360 ms	0.9%
45.74.31.42:4661	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	9396 ms	31.6%
45.95.38.57:9050	CA	Winnipeg	SOCKS5	Elite	Fastnet Communications : AS394352	9556 ms	20.8%
159.195.62.125:9050	DE	Nuremberg	SOCKS5	Elite	NETCUP-KVM : AS197540	9689 ms	28.2%
209.182.234.151:40000	JP	Tokyo	SOCKS5	Elite	Strasmore, Inc. : AS29802	9953 ms	31.9%
45.74.31.42:47347	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS9009	10063 ms	29.3%
51.83.226.103:9055	PL	Warsaw	SOCKS5	Elite	OVH Sp. z o. o : AS16276	10071 ms	23.0%
138.3.218.141:54261	JP	Tokyo	SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (ap-tokyo-1) : AS31898	10110 ms	25.5%
188.68.57.86:9050	DE	Nuremberg	SOCKS5	Elite	NETCUP-GMBH : AS197540	10142 ms	26.7%
57.129.120.78:9050	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	OVH GmbH : AS16276	10176 ms	18.1%
161.49.116.131:1338	PH	Pasig	SOCKS5	Elite	Converge ICT Solution Inc : AS17639	10266 ms	20.6%
8.218.152.184:1024	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited : AS45102	10361 ms	14.0%
47.243.197.73:9050	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba Cloud - HK : AS45102	10464 ms	29.9%
103.239.201.49:58765	PH	San Juan	SOCKS5	Elite	TRI PH : AS17970	10470 ms	11.8%
31.163.202.186:9050	RU	Perm	SOCKS5	Elite	Dynamic distribution IPs for broadband services : AS12389	10503 ms	23.0%
158.94.208.76:9050	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Omegatech LTD : AS202412	10827 ms	31.6%
43.242.227.10:9053	IN	Panvel	SOCKS5	Elite	T4C : AS146943	11116 ms	26.0%
103.171.92.242:9050	VN	Mễ Trì	SOCKS5	Elite	HEL : AS45899	11240 ms	21.7%
120.133.82.62:44031	CN	Chaowai	SOCKS5	Elite	21ViaNet : AS133119	11599 ms	2.6%
109.69.63.82:1080	RU	Moscow	SOCKS5	Elite	FIRST SERVER, SOCIEDAD LIMITADA : AS205090	11759 ms	13.5%
31.220.81.59:9050	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS5	Elite	Orange Web Services, S.L. : AS51167	11931 ms	26.6%
45.10.41.194:1080	RU	Moscow	SOCKS5	Elite	TimeWeb Ltd : AS9123	11932 ms	15.2%
161.97.153.238:9050	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS5	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	12143 ms	25.3%
161.33.21.96:9050	JP	Osaka	SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (ap-osaka-1) : AS31898	12150 ms	36.7%
120.133.82.62:44195	CN	Chaowai	SOCKS5	Elite	21ViaNet : AS133119	12364 ms	1.8%
45.32.195.109:9050	US	Dallas	SOCKS5	Elite	Vultr Holdings, LLC : AS20473	12832 ms	15.1%
195.201.118.139:9050	DE	Nuremberg	SOCKS5	Elite	Hetzner Online GmbH : AS24940	13183 ms	7.8%
77.81.230.90:9050	IT	Arezzo	SOCKS5	Elite	Aruba S.p.A. : AS31034	13336 ms	26.9%

This page lists free SOCKS5 proxy servers from around the world, automatically collected and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently contains 1,859 proxies, filterable by country and anonymity level. It currently ranks #3 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count.

In terms of quality, this list averages 2548ms response time and 34.2% uptime. By anonymity level, that breaks down to 1855 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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