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 SOCKS5 Proxy List (Updated in Real-Time)

3,200 free SOCKS5 proxies, averaging 44.5% uptime, refreshed automatically every 15 minutes.

Total 3,200 proxies Updated 5 min ago

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IP : Port	Country	City	Protocol	Anonymity	Org : ASN	Speed	Uptime
45.74.31.41:10843	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1269 ms	83.3%
45.74.31.41:9420	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1276 ms	51.1%
92.205.186.129:1080	FR	Strasbourg	SOCKS5	Elite	Host Europe GmbH : AS21499	1304 ms	100.0%
3.229.156.137:6000	US	Ashburn	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Amazon.com, Inc. : AS14618	1323 ms	100.0%
174.138.162.34:36809	US	Phoenix	SOCKS5	Elite	InternetXS : AS20454	1336 ms	100.0%
45.74.31.41:8485	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1343 ms	47.8%
65.108.246.14:9050	FI	Helsinki	SOCKS5	Elite	Hetzner Online GmbH : AS24940	1344 ms	100.0%
5.75.133.113:10802	DE	Nuremberg	SOCKS5	Elite	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	1353 ms	75.0%
116.196.111.171:64121	CN	Beijing	SOCKS5	Elite	China Unicom Beijing Province Network : AS4808	1410 ms	82.8%
185.197.251.16:9050	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS5	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	1421 ms	99.4%
45.74.31.47:9104	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1428 ms	40.0%
123.58.219.171:10808	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	UCLOUD INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (HK) LIMITED : AS135377	1458 ms	84.7%
91.107.179.68:10809	DE	Frankfurt Am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Hetzner Online AG : AS24940	1460 ms	86.5%
68.71.254.6:4145	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	1463 ms	97.7%
209.50.255.91:1080	US	Manassas	SOCKS5	Elite	Leaseweb USA, Inc : AS30633	1480 ms	95.1%
45.74.31.47:8033	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1486 ms	44.8%
45.74.31.47:11407	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1488 ms	45.0%
45.74.31.40:7657	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1490 ms	66.7%
171.25.158.95:1080	SE	Vaxjo	SOCKS5	Elite	PatrikWeb-Core : AS35100	1498 ms	84.1%
82.114.86.173:1090	AL	Tirana	SOCKS5	Elite	Kujtesa Net : AS29170	1499 ms	99.5%
45.74.31.41:12360	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1513 ms	86.7%
2.26.170.249:1080	RO	Tulcea	SOCKS5	Elite	ZMC MAR GRAPHIC DESIGN SRL-D : AS213323	1534 ms	100.0%
27.69.68.185:1119	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Viettel Group : AS7552	1559 ms	95.0%
45.74.31.41:7830	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1559 ms	100.0%
91.227.17.55:1080	RU	Saratov	SOCKS5	Elite	LLC Eximius : AS207027	1563 ms	99.9%
78.140.223.167:1080	KZ	Almaty	SOCKS5	Elite	ALMATY Network : AS48096	1565 ms	99.7%
193.233.102.46:1080	RU	Moscow	SOCKS5	Elite	JSC "TIMEWEB" : AS9123	1567 ms	99.8%
45.74.31.41:8641	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1570 ms	75.0%
45.74.31.42:6662	NL	Eygelshoven	SOCKS5	Elite	Internet Security - AU : AS219326	1572 ms	66.7%
49.13.22.249:10805	DE	Falkenstein	SOCKS5	Elite	HETZNER-AS : AS24940	1575 ms	72.9%
167.114.172.208:1088	CA	Montreal	SOCKS5	Elite	OVH Hosting, Inc. : AS16276	1576 ms	100.0%
45.74.31.41:5786	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1581 ms	40.7%
66.215.197.108:1080	US	Riverside	SOCKS5	Elite	Spectrum : AS20115	1587 ms	40.3%
45.74.31.47:14718	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1591 ms	85.7%
45.74.31.41:13144	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1592 ms	87.1%
142.54.237.38:4145	US	—	SOCKS4 SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	1598 ms	98.0%
45.74.31.41:7696	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1601 ms	63.0%
45.74.31.41:7372	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1603 ms	79.3%
45.74.31.47:13758	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1604 ms	50.0%
183.106.215.208:1080	KR	Gyeongju	SOCKS5	Elite	Kornet : AS4766	1606 ms	99.0%
45.133.16.88:1080	CA	Toronto	SOCKS5	Elite	— : AS208951	1608 ms	93.2%
109.107.189.151:1080	RU	Moscow	SOCKS5	Elite	AEZA GROUP Ltd : AS216246	1615 ms	90.2%
45.74.31.41:12585	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1623 ms	86.2%
45.74.31.47:13710	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1624 ms	50.0%
217.156.65.66:11080	MD	Chisinau	SOCKS5	Elite	Alexhost SRL : AS200019	1635 ms	96.1%
45.74.31.47:4136	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1636 ms	58.3%
45.74.31.40:14651	US	—	SOCKS5	Elite	M247 : AS9009	1638 ms	85.7%
27.69.77.5:1081	VN	Hanoi	SOCKS5	Elite	VIETTEL : AS7552	1660 ms	99.2%
121.169.46.116:1090	KR	Hwaseong-si	SOCKS5	Elite	Korea Telecom : AS4766	1662 ms	81.0%
88.87.69.240:1080	RU	Volgograd	SOCKS5	Elite	JSC "ER-Telecom Holding" Volgograd Branch : AS39435	1667 ms	100.0%

This page lists free SOCKS5 proxy servers from around the world, automatically collected and refreshed every 15 minutes. It currently contains 3,200 proxies, filterable by country and anonymity level. It currently ranks #1 of 4 tracked protocols by proxy count.

In terms of quality, this list averages 6207ms response time and 44.5% uptime. By anonymity level, that breaks down to 3199 elite, 0 anonymous, and 1 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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