What Is My Proxy?

Detect whether your traffic is routing through a proxy server or VPN, and see what other websites can tell about your connection.

Analyzing your connection...

What is a Proxy?

A proxy server acts as an intermediary between your device and the internet. When you use a proxy, your requests go through the proxy server first, which then forwards them to the destination.

Proxy vs VPN

FeatureProxyVPN
EncryptionUsually noneFull encryption
CoveragePer applicationAll traffic
SpeedGenerally fasterSlightly slower
PrivacyBasicBetter
CostOften freeUsually paid

Types of Proxies

  • HTTP Proxy - For web browsing only
  • HTTPS Proxy - Encrypted HTTP proxy
  • SOCKS Proxy - Works with any traffic type
  • Transparent Proxy - Often used by ISPs/organizations
  • Anonymous Proxy - Hides your IP address
  • Elite Proxy - Highest anonymity level

How to Know if Your VPN is Working

  1. Check your IP address without VPN
  2. Connect to VPN
  3. Check your IP address again
  4. IP should be different and show VPN server location