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
184.185.2.12:4145	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	2338 ms	99.8%
77.239.106.24:1080	DE	Frankfurt am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Cloud Hosting Solutions, Limited : AS210546	2344 ms	91.8%
91.107.255.151:808	DE	Frankfurt Am Main	SOCKS5	Elite	Hetzner Online AG : AS24940	2358 ms	47.4%
109.122.194.58:1080	FI	Helsinki	SOCKS5	Elite	Baykov Ilya Sergeevich : AS41745	2371 ms	98.3%
192.111.137.35:4145	US	Atlanta	SOCKS5	Elite	Performive LLC : AS46562	2371 ms	100.0%
184.182.240.211:4145	US	Macon	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	2372 ms	99.8%
103.210.161.8:1080	CN	Guangzhou	SOCKS5	Elite	Guangdong LITONG Network Technology Limited : AS136958	2373 ms	99.6%
213.5.17.84:1080	RU	Ussuriysk	SOCKS5	Elite	Octopusnet LTD : AS44724	2383 ms	89.6%
45.95.233.128:1082	FR	Paris	SOCKS5	Elite	Global Internet Solutions LLC : AS215540	2391 ms	58.6%
47.238.126.6:1011	HK	Hong Kong	SOCKS5	Elite	Alibaba Cloud - HK : AS45102	2392 ms	99.3%
84.127.163.101:9150	ES	Salamanca	SOCKS5	Elite	— : AS6739	2399 ms	91.2%
184.178.172.5:15303	US	Roanoke	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	2409 ms	74.0%
184.181.217.213:4145	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2411 ms	73.9%
185.225.40.122:1080	SY	Qadsayyā	SOCKS5	Elite	— : AS29256	2416 ms	99.3%
184.178.172.28:15294	US	Roanoke	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	2419 ms	73.9%
184.181.217.206:4145	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2420 ms	74.0%
184.178.172.23:4145	US	Roanoke	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	2422 ms	74.0%
194.163.174.78:1083	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS5	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	2445 ms	57.4%
184.178.172.26:4145	US	Roanoke	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	2452 ms	72.7%
173.224.219.31:1080	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	Psychz Networks : AS40676	2518 ms	98.9%
147.45.221.115:1082	AL	Elbasan	SOCKS5	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	2522 ms	56.4%
72.207.109.5:4145	US	Dallas	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2538 ms	67.7%
173.224.219.64:1080	US	Los Angeles	SOCKS5	Elite	Psychz Networks : AS40676	2544 ms	99.2%
98.170.57.241:4145	US	Atlanta	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2549 ms	67.6%
70.166.167.38:57728	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2549 ms	67.7%
194.163.174.78:1081	FR	Lauterbourg	SOCKS5	Elite	Contabo GmbH : AS51167	2549 ms	50.7%
98.182.147.97:4145	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc. : AS22773	2558 ms	67.9%
70.166.167.55:57745	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2572 ms	66.6%
72.195.114.169:4145	US	Irvine	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2578 ms	64.9%
72.195.101.99:4145	US	Irvine	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2584 ms	64.9%
72.205.0.93:4145	US	Herndon	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2585 ms	64.8%
72.214.108.67:4145	US	East Irvine	SOCKS5	Elite	Intelenet Communications : AS22773	2587 ms	65.0%
70.166.65.160:4145	US	Roanoke	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc : AS22773	2590 ms	64.6%
130.255.94.32:5080	IQ	Erbil	SOCKS5	Elite	Tarin General Trading and Setting Up Internet Device LTD : AS197882	2592 ms	64.5%
68.1.210.189:4145	US	San Diego	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2593 ms	64.9%
174.75.211.222:4145	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2599 ms	64.9%
147.45.60.124:1082	US	Atlanta	SOCKS5	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	2603 ms	58.6%
93.90.231.101:1080	RU	Yekaterinburg	SOCKS5	Elite	PJSC MTS / former CJSC Comstar-Direct : AS8359	2610 ms	40.7%
160.22.17.4:9988	VN	Quận Ba	SOCKS5	Elite	TTT Data Encryption and Technology Co. LTD : AS45899	2614 ms	81.4%
98.191.0.37:4145	US	Mesa	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications Inc : AS22773	2619 ms	66.7%
72.207.113.97:4145	US	Pensacola	SOCKS5	Elite	Cox Communications : AS22773	2624 ms	63.3%
172.245.55.199:10809	US	Buffalo	SOCKS5	Elite	RackNerd LLC : AS36352	2628 ms	99.1%
45.10.42.68:1080	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS5	Elite	JSC "TIMEWEB" : AS210976	2646 ms	77.2%
141.148.158.143:1080	US	Phoenix	SOCKS5	Elite	Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (us-phoenix-1) : AS31898	2667 ms	80.6%
67.207.92.87:1088	US	North Bergen	SOCKS5	Elite	Digital Ocean : AS14061	2696 ms	80.2%
178.150.77.204:10801	UA	Kyiv	SOCKS5	Elite	— : AS13188	2712 ms	41.2%
144.124.227.88:3129	NL	Amsterdam	SOCKS5	Elite	Servers Tech Fzco : AS216071	2721 ms	64.0%
188.242.163.28:21	RU	St Petersburg	SOCKS5	Elite	SkyNet Networks : AS35807	2801 ms	45.8%
147.45.60.241:1082	US	Atlanta	SOCKS5	Elite	Global Connectivity Solutions LLP : AS215540	2829 ms	53.6%
117.50.194.130:7890	CN	Yangpu	SOCKS5	Elite	Shanghai UCloud Information Technology Company Limited : AS23724	2849 ms	88.1%

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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