How to use a proxy server in Chrome
You have a proxy address, port, and login details, but Chrome’s settings don’t make it obvious where to enter them. Setting up a proxy server in Chrome starts with choosing the right method for your device: a browser extension, system settings, or a compatible mobile client.
This guide walks through setup on Windows, macOS, and Android, then shows you how to check your exit IP, switch proxy servers, troubleshoot connection problems, and turn the proxy off when you’re finished.
TL;DR
Windows and macOS: Set up a proxy server in Chrome on Windows or macOS, using a compatible extension or your operating system’s proxy settings.
Android: Configure an HTTP proxy for your Wi-Fi network, or use a compatible proxy for SOCKS5 or mobile data.
Verify the connection: Check your public IP in the same Chrome profile, then test the website you intend to use.
Choose your Chrome proxy setup method
Your setup method determines which applications on your device route traffic through the proxy. Keep an important technical detail in mind that a proxy only changes your exit IP address for websites, but it does not clear browsing history or delete saved cookies. If you are already signed in to a website, the platform will still recognize your profile through active session cookies even after you switch IPs.
Method | When to use it | Connection scope |
Quickly select and switch proxies directly from your browser tab | Applies only to the active Chrome profile | |
Windows or macOS settings | Route Chrome and other desktop apps through a proxy without installing browser extensions | Redirects traffic for Chrome and all other apps that use system network settings |
Android network settings or client | Open websites through a proxy in mobile Chrome on a smartphone | Native settings apply only to the selected Wi-Fi network; a third-party client also covers mobile data |
Before starting, confirm:
An active proxy plan
Supported protocol, hostname, and port
Authentication method
Required location
Some extensions import connection details from your account automatically, so you may not need to enter proxy credentials manually.
How to use a Chrome proxy extension
A Chrome proxy extension manages your browser’s connection, while your proxy plan supplies the IP access, locations, and traffic allowance. Installing the extension does not automatically give you free proxy traffic. Here’s how to add proxy extension in chrome:
Install the official extension. Open the CyberYozh App’s Chrome Web Store listing, select Add to Chrome, and confirm the installation.
Pin it to the toolbar. Click Chrome’s puzzle-piece icon, then select the pin beside the extension to keep its controls within reach.
Sign in. If you are already signed in to CyberYozh App in the same Chrome profile, the extension can recognize that session. Otherwise, enter your CyberYozh App account credentials when prompted.
Choose an active proxy. Open the proxy list and select the connection you need. If none is available, check that you are using the correct account and have an active proxy plan.
Click Connect. The extension applies the browser’s proxy settings. Check its connection indicator and the IP address displayed in the extension.
Verify the connection. Open an IP-check page in the same Chrome profile and confirm the exit IP and country. Then open the website you intend to use and test a representative task.
Pro tip: If you need additional services, such as a virtual number or a virtual card, get them via the extension. Access CyberYozh app checkers right inside the extension to check the Fraud Score of your IPs, numbers, and cards.
Maintaining the connection and troubleshooting
The extension itself runs reliably, but occasionally a target website may reset your session, display a CAPTCHA, or temporarily restrict dashboard access due to its internal security filters. If that happens, follow these steps:
Disconnect the current proxy in the extension window immediately.
Check the address using the built-in IP Fraud Score checker to see if it appears on spam lists.
If the checker shows high risk or the proxy stops responding, contact CyberYozh App 24/7 support with the error details.
Pause briefly and switch to a clean IP address with a low Fraud Score. How you switch depends on your proxy type: on mobile proxies, request a fresh IP via the rotation link in your dashboard or API; on rotating residential proxies, generate a new port (session); and on static ISP or datacenter proxies (where a single IP is fixed for the entire rental term), switch to another rented proxy in your list.
How to change proxy server settings in Chrome
You can change Chrome proxy settings through Windows or macOS. Extensions, command-line options, and managed policies can override this configuration. System-level changes may also affect other applications that use the same settings.
Set up a proxy on Windows
For a manual connection on Windows 11:
Open Chrome Settings → System → Open your computer’s proxy settings. Alternatively, go directly to Windows Settings → Network & internet → Proxy.
Under Manual proxy setup, select Set up beside Use a proxy server, then turn it on.
Enter the provider’s hostname or IP address and port in their separate fields. Do not put a username or password in the server-address field.
Click Save and open any page in Chrome. Because the standard Windows proxy window does not have username and password fields, Chrome will display its own authentication pop-up where you should enter your HTTP proxy credentials (do not confuse them with your target website password).
On Windows 10, the manual proxy toggle and address fields appear directly on the Proxy settings page.
Pro tip: If your provider or administrator supplies a PAC script URL, use Automatic proxy setup → Use setup script instead of entering it as a manual server address. Follow the supplied configuration method in your Microsoft’s Windows proxy instructions.
Set up a proxy on macOS
Configure the network connection you currently use:
Open System Settings → Network, select the active network service, then choose Details → Proxies.
For an HTTP proxy covering both HTTP and HTTPS websites, enable Web proxy (HTTP) and Secure web proxy (HTTPS). Enter the supplied hostname and port for each.
Click OK, then open Chrome. Respond to its HTTP proxy authentication prompt if required.
Check your exit IP and test the intended website.
The HTTPS label identifies the website traffic being routed; it does not establish a TLS-encrypted connection to the proxy itself. According to Apple’s Mac proxy settings guide Chrome does not automatically use credentials embedded in manual proxy settings, and its native SOCKS5 implementation does not support username/password authentication.
How to add a proxy in Chrome on Android
For Wi-Fi browsing, configure the proxy through Android’s network settings:
Open Settings and find Wi-Fi, usually under Network & internet → Internet.
Select your connected network, then open its Edit or Advanced options.
Under Proxy, choose Manual.
Enter the HTTP proxy hostname and port supplied by your provider.
Tap Save, reopen Chrome, and check your public IP to confirm the proxy’s exit address.
Menu labels vary by Android version and manufacturer.
These settings configure an HTTP proxy for that Wi-Fi network. An HTTP proxy can carry HTTPS browsing through a CONNECT tunnel, but this setup does not configure SOCKS5 or apply to mobile data.
If Chrome displays an authentication prompt, enter your proxy credentials there. Do not assume the Wi-Fi form includes username and password fields, and never append credentials to the hostname. If authentication fails, ask your provider for a configuration compatible with your device and browser.
Get a fast, reliable LTE/4G/5G mobile proxy and set it up on Android or iOS in just shy of a minute.
How to check that your Chrome proxy is working
Check the connection in the Chrome profile you plan to use:
Open an IP-check page and record your public IP before connecting.
Connect the proxy and reload that page in the same profile.
Compare the result with your original IP and the expected exit IP or country.
Open your intended website and complete a typical task.
Repeat after switching proxy servers, profiles, or browsing modes.
Your configured gateway hostname or server IP may differ from the exit IP websites see, particularly with rotating or mobile proxies.
An IP-check page confirms the route used for that request, not every application or protocol on your device. An IP Fraud Score provides additional reputation information, but it does not prove that a particular website will accept the connection or allow your account activity.
How to change proxy servers in Chrome
To change an existing proxy server in Chrome, update the configuration that currently controls your connection:
Extension: Select another available proxy, click Connect, and verify the exit IP.
System settings: Replace the hostname and port using the earlier Windows or macOS instructions, then provide updated proxy credentials if prompted.
How to switch proxies or rotate your IP in Chrome
Your steps depend on whether you want to switch to a different purchased proxy subscription or simply get a fresh exit IP on your current channel.
If you rented several different proxies (for example, for different countries) and want to switch from one server to another:
In the browser extension: Open the plugin, pick another proxy from your list, click Connect, and verify the new IP in a checker.
In OS system settings: Replace the old hostname and port with the new ones in Windows or macOS network settings, save, and enter the new username and password when Chrome prompts you.
However, if you are using mobile or rotating residential proxies and want a new IP address within the same plan, you do not need to change any settings in Chrome. Your hostname and port remain the same.
On mobile proxies, simply click the IP change button in your dashboard (or call the rotation link via API) so the modem obtains a fresh address from the cell tower.
On rotating residential proxies, the IP updates automatically based on your session rules (per request or after your sticky session expires). Simply refreshing a browser tab (F5) will not change your IP on static plans or during an active sticky session.
How to disable a proxy server in Chrome
Before disabling a proxy server in Chrome, identify whether an extension, system settings, or a separate client controls the connection.
Extension: Open the extension and use its disconnect control. Disabling or removing it may restore another proxy configuration, so it does not guarantee a direct connection.
Windows or macOS: On Windows, turn off Use a proxy server. On macOS, disable the proxy options you enabled. If you used a PAC setup script, disable that configuration instead. Change only settings you intentionally added.
Android: Set Proxy to None for the relevant Wi-Fi network and save, or disconnect the client routing your traffic.
Check your public IP and load a familiar website. If the proxy remains active, follow the settings-conflict checks below.
On managed work or school devices, enforced settings may require your administrator’s help. Leave organizational configurations in place unless you are authorized to change them.
What to do if you disabled the proxy, but Chrome still has no internet
In rare cases on Windows, a software glitch prevents the system from clearing the old proxy route after you turn it off. If you are certain your computer does not rely on complex corporate routing or custom work VPNs that could be affected, open Command Prompt (CMD) or PowerShell as Administrator and run netsh winhttp reset proxy to clear the system proxy. If internet access is still not restored, you can perform a full network stack reset by running netsh winsock reset and netsh int ip reset, then restarting your PC (only run a full network reset if you know what you are doing and are sure it won't overwrite important manual network adapter settings).
Why is your proxy not working in Chrome?
A connection failure, rejected credentials, and a website refusing a working proxy are different problems. Use the symptom below to decide what to check first.
Symptom | Checks and next step |
ERR_PROXY_CONNECTION_FAILED | Confirm the hostname and port, check your plan and service status, and verify that your network can reach the proxy. |
Repeated login prompt or HTTP 407 | Recheck proxy credentials, any source-IP allowlist, and authentication compatibility. |
ERR_TUNNEL_CONNECTION_FAILED | Check the protocol, port, authentication, and whether the proxy permits the destination. This error has several possible causes. |
Pause repeated requests, follow Retry-After when provided, and reduce request frequency. Limits may apply to your IP or account, so changing proxies may not resolve the error. | |
Public IP does not change | Check the active Chrome profile, bypass rules, competing extensions, and managed settings. |
Only one website refuses access | Test another website, then review the failing site’s response and access requirements. A working proxy does not guarantee acceptance. |
Chrome follows this settings precedence: managed policies → extension settings → command-line settings → operating-system settings. An extension or policy can therefore override changes made in Windows or macOS. Review enabled extensions and check chrome://policy if your changes have no effect.
Chrome’s native SOCKS5 implementation does not support SOCKS5 authentication or UDP relay, as explained in the Chromium proxy documentation. A provider advertising these capabilities does not add them to Chrome. If your proxy requires SOCKS5 credentials, request a compatible HTTP endpoint or use a suitable intermediary client.
After each change, verify the exit IP and repeat the same test.
Pro Tip: For quick fixes, check CyberYozh App’s “proxy not working” guide.
Which proxy is best for Chrome?
Do you need the same IP across visits? How much traffic will you use? Which locations are required? The best proxy for Chrome matches these needs and works with your target websites.
Proxy type | Suitable Chrome task | What to consider |
Static ISP | Repeat access to dashboards and accounts | Fixed IP during the rental period and unlimited traffic |
Mobile | Carrier-network testing and regular browsing | LTE/4G/5G connectivity, unlimited traffic, and plan-specific IP controls |
Regional comparisons and public-data research | Per-GB billing, traffic rollover, and sticky sessions up to 24 hours on supported plans | |
Compatible browsing and website tests | Shared and dedicated options; check the selected plan’s traffic allowance |
For repeat logins, prioritize session consistency over frequent IP changes. Check browser compatibility and authentication before choosing: a proxy type alone does not confirm that its protocol and authentication method will work with your Chrome setup.
Compare the available Chrome proxy options and choose the proxy type, country, and billing model (unlimited traffic or per-GB packages).
What can you use a Chrome proxy for?
A Chrome proxy lets you check websites through a selected network connection. Three practical uses include:
Regional storefront checks: Compare product availability, displayed prices, and delivery options across markets. Follow campaign links to confirm that redirects reach the intended regional page.
Search and ad research: Use Google Search proxies to review results and ads from a selected network location. Account for language, account history, and device context: changing your IP does not remove every personalization signal or diagnose manual penalties.
Client account workflows: Use separately configured Chrome profiles and proxy connections for authorized client work. Keep the connection consistent while reviewing dashboards, updating listings, or managing campaigns, and verify each profile’s exit IP before signing in.
Start with a verified connection
Choose a setup method, configure your proxy, and verify the exit IP. Keep the configuration that matches your session and traffic needs. Before relying on it for daily work, open your intended website and complete a real task, such as checking product availability or loading a client dashboard.