How to Set Up Proxies in Android: Ultimate Guide

Welcome to this step-by-step tutorial.

In this guide, we’ll cover the two ways to set up a proxy on a non-rooted Android device natively:

• First, on your mobile network.
• Then, how to configure your proxy on your WiFi network.

What is a proxy?

A mobile proxy server is an intermediary between your device and the websites/applications you access.

When using a proxy, you can:

• mask your identity
• enhance security
• unlock restrictions
• and even improve browsing speed in specific situations.

Set up proxies natively on Android using my mobile network.

Configuring a proxy on your Android device can be challenging for most. If you want to keep your data private or bypass all geo-restricted content, you are in the right spot!

Step 1: Go to your Android mobile network’s settings (APNs settings)

1. Click on the “Settings” icon.
2. Click on “Network & Internet.”

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Step 2: Configure the proxy in your APN option

1. Add your Proxy host (or IP). For our example, we used: “portal.anyip.io.”
2. Add your Proxy port. For our example, we use: “1080.”
3. Type your Proxy username.
4. Finally, you can enter your password.
5. Click on the “3 dots” icon to open the menu.
6. Click on “Save” to save your configuration.

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Step 3: Confirm your login and check your connection

You might see a sign-in form when trying to browse. If so, fill up the form with your proxy credentials to connect:

1. Enter your username.
2. Enter your password.
3. Click on “Sign in” to connect.
4. Go to “browserleaks.com/ip” to check your new IP located in UK.

You are now connected to your proxy through your mobile network.

Keep reading to learn how to connect your proxy using a WiFi network.

How to set up a proxy on Android using a WiFi network

Step 1: Head up to your Android mobile network’s settings (WiFi settings)

If you don’t want to use your data, you can configure the proxy on your WiFi connection.

The only issue doing so is that you won’t be able to use a username/password to authenticate.

Don’t worry, anyIP.io can help you with that. Use our IP Whitelisting feature to connect. Exit the basic authentication form, all you need is to whitelist your IP on your anyIP’s dashboard.

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1. Click on the “Settings” icon.
2. Click on “Network & Internet.”
3. Click on “Internet.”
4. Click on the “Settings” icon next to your WiFi network.
5. Click on the pencil icon to edit your network settings.

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Step 2: add your proxy credentials to your WiFi settings

1. Open the “Advanced options” by clicking on the expand icon.
2. Select “Manual” on the proxy dropdown menu.
3. Add your proxy host (or IP). For our example, we use: “portal.anyip.io.”
4. Add your proxy port. For our example, we use: “2000.”
5. Click on “Save” to save your settings.

Step 3: Check your connection

Head up to browserleaks.com/ip to see that you are now connected with a Canadian IP and can enjoy your proxy on your WiFi connection.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

You may come across a few common issues, such as:

How to check if the DNS Leak.

You can install the “DNS leak test” application to quickly determine if you have a DNS leak.

1. Download and install the “DNS leak test” app from the Google Play Store.
2. Open the app.

My proxy is not connecting?

The main issue when your proxy is not connecting is because of a wrong credential. Always double-check your username/password and hostname/port.

Connection refused or server not responding

If you have correctly entered your credentials, we strongly suggest asking your proxy provider if they’re experiencing a malfunction.

If you have an account at anyIP.io, you can check our system uptime in real-time.

How to configure a SOCKS5 proxy?

You’re looking for a better solution to anonymized your web traffic?

Check out our guide on setting up a SOCKS5 connection on Android!  

This alternative offers similar privacy benefits with potentially more granular control over your connection.

How easily get a proxy with anyIP.io

You can create your account in less than 5 min on anyIP.Io to enjoy a high-quality proxy on our growing network. Our 24/7 support team will be available to answer all your questions and help you configure your proxy.

Create an account for free and start using our proxies today.