Bypass firewall and proxy, tunnel connections through an HTTPS/SOCKS proxy

Proxifier

Proxifier

  -  5.24 MB  -  Trial
  • Latest Version

    Proxifier 4.12 LATEST

  • Review by

    Michael Reynolds

  • Operating System

    Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 / Windows 11

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  • Author / Product

    Initex Software / External Link

  • Filename

    ProxifierSetup.exe

  • MD5 Checksum

    7dec4e013e84ebba87761a3bef1ebff6

Proxifier allows network applications that do not support working through proxy servers to operate through a SOCKS or HTTPS proxy and chains.

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Features include work with any Internet client through a proxy, improve network performance or ensure privacy, easy yet powerful UI with live data, and up to date with new technologies.

Proxifier is a modern, flexible C++ application that stays up to date with the latest operating systems, including Windows 11 and macOS Ventura. It supports key technologies like IPv6, HTTP(S), SOCKS, DNS via Proxy, NTLM, and features such as Proxy Checker, Windows Service integration, XML Config, and Proxy Redundancy.

With a compact installer size of just 4 MB, it offers seamless system-level connection management and boasts excellent compatibility with third-party applications, ensuring smooth integration without third-party dependencies.

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Key Features

Proxy Everything
Easily redirect the connections of any internet application—whether it’s a browser, email client, database, or game—through a proxy.

Optimize Your Corporate Network
Gain full control over access to network resources by routing all connections through a single entry point. Simplify configuration management by updating multiple settings remotely from one centralized location.

Boost Your Connection Speed
Enhance your internet experience by routing traffic through faster, more efficient pathways.

Enhanced Security and Privacy
Utilize this lightweight and flexible alternative to a VPN. Securely tunnel your connections through encrypted channels for increased privacy.

Bypass Restrictions
Use a proxy to serve as a gateway for your internet activities, overcoming access limitations and restrictions.

Advanced Flexibility
Leverage a rule-based system to assign different proxies or proxy chains to specific connections, tailoring your network configuration to suit your needs.

Installation
  • Installation pack in a single exe-file (4 MB approx.)
  • Installation requires administrator rights. After the installation, it can be run by any user.
  • Silent (unattended) mode supported.
  • All app binaries are signed with EV digital certificate issued by a trusted root CA.
  • Portable Edition does not need installation and can be run from a removable media.
  • Custom installation packs (MSI, ZIP, XCOPY deployment, etc.) can be provided on demand.
  • Personal settings are preserved during the update.
  • Auto check for updates on start.
Network
  • It can process all outgoing TCP connections.
  • Full IPv6 support.
  • Tunnel IPv4 connections through IPv6 proxy and vice versa.
Proxy Servers
  • SOCKS 4 and SOCKS 4A (hostnames support) with User ID authentication.
  • SOCKS 5 with Username/Password authentication.
  • HTTPS with Basic, Kerberos and NTLM authentication (explicit and transparent modes).
  • HTTP with Basic authentication (HTTP connections only).
  • Tested with all major proxy server implementations including Microsoft ISA, Blue Coat, WinGate, Dante, Squid, Apache and others.
  • Failover (redundancy list) allows assigning any number of back up proxies. Timeout is configurable.
  • Proxy failure is transparent for the client application if redundancy is enabled.
  • Each proxy can be assigned a short name (label) that can be conveniently used in other parts of Proxifier.
Proxy Chains
  • Arbitrary length.
  • Different proxy protocols can be used within the same chain.
  • Proxies in the chain can be enabled/disabled.
  • Convenient UI that allows chain creation and reordering with drag-and-drop.
  • Load Balancing and Redundancy chains.
FAQ

Do you offer proxy server accounts?
No, only provide and support the Proxifier software.

Do I need to change the configuration of my applications when using Proxifier?
No, it works transparently with your applications. However, if you've been using proxies before, you should disable any built-in proxy settings in your applications. They should be set to connect “directly” to the internet without going through proxies.

Are there any limitations in the trial version?
The trial version has no feature limitations, but it will stop working 31 days after the first use. Each time it starts, it will display a notification window about the trial period.

Can Proxifier run in the background as a Windows Service?
Yes, it can run in the background as a Windows Service.

What is the difference between the Standard and Portable editions for Windows?
The primary difference is that the Portable Edition doesn’t require installation or administrative rights, but it has certain limitations compared to the Standard Edition.

System and Hardware Requirements
  • Windows (x86, x64, ARM) XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11.
  • Windows Server (x86, x64, ARM) 2003, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022.
  • macOS 10.4-10.15, 11, 12, 13.
  • 10 MB of free disk space.
  • TCP/IP network.
PROS
  • Supports all major proxy protocols (SOCKS, HTTPS).
  • Enhances security with encrypted connections.
  • Easy UI with drag-and-drop proxy chain setup.
  • Fully compatible with Windows and macOS.
  • Seamless integration with third-party applications.
CONS
  • Requires admin rights for installation.
  • No built-in proxy server accounts provided.
  • Portable Edition has limitations.
  • Configuration may need adjustment when switching from built-in proxies.
Note: 31 days trial version.

Also Available: Download Proxifier for Mac

  • Proxifier 4.12 Screenshots

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What's new in this version:

- Network driver updated to meet the latest Microsoft requirements
- Driver installation problem on ARM platform fixed
- Improved error reporting
- Minor network and UI improvements