Best free proxy IPs in the US

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Table with Blurred Datacenter Free Proxies

Entry Point	Port	Country	Assigned IPs
dc.oxylabs.io	8001	United States	000.000.00.00
dc.oxylabs.io	8002	United States	000.000.00.00
dc.oxylabs.io	8003	United States	000.000.00.00
dc.oxylabs.io	8004	United States	000.000.00.00
dc.oxylabs.io	8005	United States	000.000.00.00

How to start using free proxy IPs

Here's how you can start using our free web proxy in just a few easy steps:

Log in to the Oxylabs dashboard
Select Datacenter Proxies and create a proxy user
Add your target website address
Run your first cURL request in a terminal

Easy proxy management in one click

Along with the free IPs, we offer Oxy® Proxy Manager, a free & simple browser extension for proxy management. Add and switch between multiple IPs on the go at no additional cost.

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Simple integration

Oxylabs' free premium proxies can be easily integrated with various third-party tools and enhance their functionality. Explore detailed integration guides and comprehensive documentation.

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import requests

username = "customer-USER"
password = "PASS"
proxy = "dc.pr.oxylabs.io:10000"

proxies = {
  'http': f'http://{username}:{password}@{proxy}',
  'https': f'http://{username}:{password}@{proxy}'
}

response = requests.request(
    'GET',
    'https://ip.oxylabs.io/location',
    proxies=proxies,
)

print(response.text)

Use cases for free proxies

Here are a few examples of how you can put our best free proxies list to use and boost your business:

Price Monitoring

Effortlessly gather public pricing data and conduct price monitoring for your customers with our best working proxy list.

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Website Change Monitoring

Use the best free proxy list to monitor web activity all over the world: track important updates & troubleshoot issues with speed.

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Review Monitoring

Monitor feedback, collect reviews & build a strong online reputation for your brand with our high-quality proxies.

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Market Research

Gather competitors' data at scale and conduct market research with our free proxies, all while avoiding IP blocks & CAPTCHA.

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Here's what our customers say

Our customers appreciate our top-tier free trial proxies and the exceptional customer support that comes with it.

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Being a new user to proxy services I wasn't able to configure it with my browser. Mark from the support was very helpful, he understood the problem quite efficiently and gave me the right solution within seconds.

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Oxylabs' customer

Types of proxies explained: HTTP and SOCKS5

HTTP proxies

Oxylabs' free HTTP proxies integrate effortlessly with any program supporting the HTTP protocol. They’re ideal for tasks like web scraping and secure browsing, offering fast connections and reliable uptime.

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SOCKS5 proxies

Our free SOCKS5 proxies work seamlessly with applications supporting the SOCKS5 protocol. Similar to our free HTTP proxies, they are well-suited for staying undetected on the web and web scraping tasks.

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Proxy performance compared

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*Independent research by ProxyWay, 2024

Frequently asked questions

What is a free proxy?

A free proxy (or a public proxy) is a server that acts as an intermediary between your device and the internet. It allows you to change your IP address, access blocked websites, or do small-scale scraping. These proxies come in various types depending on their functionality and use case (e.g., free rotating proxies, free HTTP proxy, best free SOCKS5 proxy.)

Are free proxies safe?

Random free proxies can be risky and unreliable. They often lack proper encryption or can simply stop working at any given time. Many free proxy providers do not ensure privacy or reliability; some may even log your activities. If your main aim is to get free proxy servers for web scraping, consider a freemium plan from reputable providers like Oxylabs, as they're more inclined to have high-quality standards.

How to get free proxies?

You can find the best free proxy list by searching for reputable free proxy providers online. Some providers offer a free web proxy list for limited use. For a curated overview of reliable options, check out our guide on the best free proxies and lists. Always verify the reliability of the provider before using their services to avoid potential risks.

How to use free proxies?

Usually, the process of using a free proxy service goes like this:

Get access to a list of proxy IPs and ports from the provider.
Configure the web proxy settings in your browser, software, or application.
Test the proxy server connection to ensure it works as intended.

What to do if I need more proxies?

If you need to get a better proxy server plan for your use case, we offer these proxies:

For more information on how to access our proxy server solutions, contact our support team.

What is a proxy list?

A proxy list is a collection of web proxy IP addresses that you can use to route your internet requests. These proxies help mask your IP address, browse the internet and improve privacy, and bypass geo-restrictions. The best proxy lists (free or paid) to stay anonymous are usually offered by reputable, premium providers like Oxylabs, since they’re more inclined to maintain quality standards for their IPs.

What are the best free proxies for scraping Google?

For public Google data scraping, consider trying a freemium proxy subscription from an established provider like Oxylabs. However, keep in mind that Google is a difficult target to scrape. So even the best free proxy server list might only work for small-scale scraping or not work at all. As a result, you may need a more solid solution, such as premium proxies or a scraper API.

Our Web Scraper API could help you get real-time search, AI Overview, ads, shopping, image, and news data directly from Google, without encountering CAPTCHAs or blocks.

Which free proxies are the best?

Free proxies are often unreliable for scraping due to slow speeds, high failure rates, and security risks. If you're looking for the best free proxy server to stay anonymous on the web, it's best to choose a reliable provider that also offers premium solutions. For example, Oxylabs aims to maintain quality standards and adhere to client needs. In other words, for small-scale scraping, using a free proxy server version from a trusted provider is probably the best course of action.

You can even use free proxies for LLM training – learn more on What is LLM.

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