Blooket Proxy

VPN is considered a more advanced technology for anonymization on the Internet. The main (but not the only) difference between VPN is the encryption of all traffic. But this decreases the connection speed and also increases the response time of the remote server. A proxy works slightly faster in this respect.

To configure a proxy manually, you'll need to access the settings of the application or software you're using that requires a proxy server. The steps to configure a proxy manually will vary depending on the application or software. Here are some general steps for common applications:

For Web Browsers:

1. Open your web browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Edge).
2. Click on the menu button (usually three horizontal lines or three dots) and select "Settings" or "Options."
3. Look for a section related to "Network settings," "Proxy settings," or "Connections."
4. In the proxy settings, you'll find fields for the proxy server address and port. Enter the proxy server address and port provided by your proxy service.
5. If your proxy server requires authentication, enter the username and password in the respective fields.
6. Save your changes and close the settings window.

For Windows:

1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
2. Type "inetcpl" and press Enter to open the Internet Properties window.
3. Go to the "Connections" tab, and click on "LAN settings."
4. In the LAN settings, check the box next to "Use a proxy server for your LAN" if you have a proxy server configured. Enter the proxy server address and port in the appropriate fields.
5. If your proxy server requires authentication, check the box next to "Bypass proxy server for local addresses" and enter the local IP address of the website you want to access (e.g., "127.0.0.1" for localhost).
6. Save your changes and close the Internet Properties window.

For macOS:

1. Click the Apple menu and select "System Preferences."
2. Click "Network."
3. Select the network connection you want to configure the proxy settings for (e.g., Wi-Fi, Ethernet).
4. Click the "Advanced" button.
5. Go to the "Proxies" tab.
6. Check the box next to "HTTP proxy" or "HTTPS proxy" if you have a proxy server configured. Enter the proxy server address and port in the appropriate fields. 7. If your proxy server requires authentication, click the "Security" tab and check the box next to "Proxy server is secure." Enter the username and password in the respective fields.
8. Save your changes and close the Network preferences window.

To find the address of a proxy, you can follow these steps:

1. Use a proxy list: There are several websites that maintain lists of public proxies with their addresses and other details. Some popular proxy lists include proxy-list.org, proxy-list.net, and freeproxylist.ru. Keep in mind that using free proxies can be risky, as they might be slow, unreliable, or insecure.

2. Browser extensions or plugins: Some browser extensions or plugins can help you find and test proxies. For example, the "Proxy SwitchyOmega" extension for Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox can automatically detect and test proxies from a list. You can find and install the extension from the Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons website.

3. Proxy scanner tools: There are various online proxy scanner tools that can help you find and test proxies. Some popular proxy scanner tools include "Proxy-Check.com," "Proxy-Checker.org," and "ProxyScanner.io." These tools can provide you with a list of working proxies that you can use for your purposes.

4. Use a VPN service: If you need a reliable and secure proxy, consider using a VPN service. VPNs provide encrypted connections and can help you bypass geographical restrictions, access blocked content, and protect your privacy. Some popular VPN services include ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and FineVPN. Keep in mind that using a VPN may come with additional costs, but it can be a more secure and reliable option compared to free proxies.

To check a proxy for blacklisting, it is necessary to use special tools developed for this purpose. Many proxy-checkers provide free online IP-address verification and provide detailed information related to the proxy servers security. To get it, just enter the IP address of the proxy and click on the "Verify" button.

In Android to disable the proxy, you need to go to "Settings", then - "Connection and sharing", then - to "VPN". And then just deactivate the item. Many phones also provide for automatic disabling of proxies and VPNs when the device is rebooted. That is, if the user is difficult to understand the settings of the gadget, then you can trivially restart it through a long press the lock button (forced reboot).