How to Set Up Proxies With Proxifier
Proxifier allows you to route your software's internet traffic through a proxy server, even if the applications don’t have native proxy support. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you set up Oxylabs proxies with Proxifier.
What is Proxifier?
Proxifier is a universal proxy enabler for Windows, macOS, and Android that allows applications that don't natively support proxies to connect to the internet through a proxy server.
The tool forcibly reroutes internet traffic through a proxy using customizable rules, giving you control over how and where your data flows at the system level. It works with any internet-based application, like a game, a browser, or a command-line tool.
1. Getting started
Download and install Proxifier and make use of the 31-day free trial. On Windows, you can also get a portable version.
NOTE: Before adding proxies, disable VPNs, in-app proxy settings, or operating system proxy settings you might already have to avoid conflicting or double reroutes.
2. Add proxy and enter proxy details
Go to Proxy Servers and Add a new proxy.
Proxy server setup
Adding a new proxy
Specify the following details for Oxylabs proxies based on your chosen proxy type.
Residential Proxies
Type: HTTPS or SOCKS5
Host: pr.oxylabs.io
Port: 7777
You can also use country-specific entries. For example, entering us-pr.oxylabs.io under Host and 10000 under Port will acquire a US exit node. Check our documentation for a complete list of country-specific entry nodes or if you need a sticky session.
Enterprise Dedicated Datacenter Proxies
Specify the following if you purchased Dedicated Datacenter Proxies via sales.
Type: SOCKS5
Host: 1.2.3.4 (a specific IP address)
Port: 60000
For Enterprise Dedicated Datacenter Proxies, choose an IP address from the acquired list.
Self-Service Dedicated Datacenter Proxies
Specify the following if you purchased Dedicated Datacenter Proxies via the dashboard.
Type: HTTPS or SOCKS5
Host: ddc.oxylabs.io
Port: 8001
For Self-Service Dedicated Datacenter Proxies, the port indicates the sequential number of an IP address from the acquired list.
Datacenter Proxies
Type: HTTPS or SOCKS5
Host: dc.oxylabs.io
Port: 8001
For the Pay-per-IP subscription, the port corresponds to the sequential number assigned to an IP address from the provided list. Hence, port 8001 uses the first IP address on your list. See our documentation for further details.
For the Pay-per-traffic subscription, port 8001 randomly selects an IP address but remains consistent throughout a session. You can also specify geo-location, such as the US, in the user authentication string: user-USERNAME-country-US:PASSWORD. For more details, please see our documentation.
ISP Proxies
Type: HTTPS or SOCKS5
Host: isp.oxylabs.io
Port: 8001
Check our documentation for more control options.
3. Fill in your proxy credentials
Enable Authentication and enter your Oxylabs proxy user’s credentials. Use the same username and password you entered to create a new proxy user in the Oxylabs dashboard.
NOTE: The screenshot below shows an example using Oxylabs' Residential Proxies. If you're using another proxy type, adjust the proxy details accordingly.
Configuring Residential Proxies
4. Enabling proxies for a specific application
Go to Proxification Rules and Add a new rule.
Proxification rules
Adding a new proxification rule
Browse for an application (locate an .exe file) and select your newly added proxy as an Action.
Configuring a proxification rule for Chrome
Choosing Chrome.exe
You can rearrange the proxification rule priority from top to bottom.
NOTE: The Default rule applies to all connections if you don’t have a custom rule on top of it.
Processing priority
Wrap up
If you have proxy setup problems, our support team is available through:
Email: Contact us at support@oxylabs.io for detailed questions.
Live chat: Use the chat feature on the right side of your screen for quick assistance.
Explore our integrations for more proxy setup guides on the most popular apps and operating systems.
Please be aware that this is a third-party tool not owned or controlled by Oxylabs. Each third-party provider is responsible for its own software and services. Consequently, Oxylabs will have no liability or responsibility to you regarding those services. Please carefully review the third party's policies and practices and/or conduct due diligence before accessing or using third-party services.
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