If you are looking for anonymity or trying to go past region-based restrictions, you’ll have to use a proxy to achieve these goals. Using a proxy with the Freenet browser is an even better option because this browser has made privacy and anonymity its core mission.
This browser already lets you access content in a decentralized manner and keeps you anonymous while you are online. Now add proxies to the mix, and you have an additional layer of security that masks your real IP address.
Let’s figure out how to find a free proxy and configure your Freenet browser to make your browsing experience safer.
How to get a free proxy for Freenet Browser
Getting a free proxy that works smoothly is quite easy.
For starters, head to Webshare’s free proxy page. You get a choice of proxy options, including HTTPS, HTTP and SOCKS5 proxies, all perfect for keeping your safe and private.
Go to the link above, sign up, and you’ll immediately receive 10 free proxies along with all the details (IP, port, username, password).
How to change proxy settings in Freenet Browser?
Ready to set up a proxy in the Freenet browser? Once you have acquired ten free proxies from Webshare, here’s what you need to do:
1) Install a free proxy manager like Proxifier or ProxyCap.
2) Launch the tool and input the proxy server IP, port, username, and password
3) Configure the rules to route traffic from the Freenet browser through the proxy.
4) Check your IP using IPinfo to confirm it matches the proxy IP.
5) Enter the proxy details directly in your system network settings.
Alternatively, you can update your system’s proxy settings directly.
How to check if proxy connection is working in Freenet Browser?
Now, it's time to check that the IP you selected is working and that the proxy is active. To do this, you’ll need to use a service like IPinfo. This tool helps verify if the new IP address is correct, indicating that the proxy is working.
Simply visit IPinfo’s website and check the IP address displayed there. If it matches the proxy details you used when setting up the proxy, your connection is successful.
