FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Still unsure? Read the free proxy safety guide.
What do Strict and Loose mean on the HTTPS proxy list?
Strict means the checker completed an HTTPS request with certificate validation enabled. Loose means the request completed only when validation was disabled. None means no tested HTTPS tunnel completed.
Are these free proxies safe to use?
Do not assume a public proxy is safe. Its operator may inspect or log traffic, and a successful Databay check is not a security review. Use the list only for non-sensitive testing, never for credentials, personal data, payments, or private accounts.
How often is the list updated?
Candidates are checked on a rolling five-minute schedule. Use Last Checked for a specific result. Only endpoints with a successful check less than six hours old are published; older rows are excluded.
What is the difference between HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4 and SOCKS5 proxies?
HTTP forwards plain web requests, while HTTPS-capable HTTP proxies relay TLS with CONNECT. SOCKS4 relays TCP. SOCKS5 can add authentication, remote DNS, and optional UDP support.
How do I get a free proxy from this list?
No signup is required to view the list or enter an address manually. Sign in to copy, select or download proxies. Choose the free option in the popup to continue without a purchase. Use a recently checked row and the matching protocol in your client.
Why do some proxies stop working quickly?
Public endpoints can become overloaded, change configuration, or go offline without notice. A result only describes the latest successful check, so expect failures and use timeouts and retries for testing.
