If you're looking for a simple way to learn how to setup a proxy server, I'd recommend using Squid Proxy on a Raspberry Pi. It's lightweight, free, and there are tons of beginner-friendly tutorials out there.
Just grab an old Pi, install Ubuntu or Raspbian, and follow a guide like the one on DigitalOcean. It’s not too hard, and you’ll have a basic proxy running in under an hour.
For privacy, make sure to enable HTTPS and maybe pair it with a VPN for extra security.
Just grab an old Pi, install Ubuntu or Raspbian, and follow a guide like the one on DigitalOcean. It’s not too hard, and you’ll have a basic proxy running in under an hour.
For privacy, make sure to enable HTTPS and maybe pair it with a VPN for extra security.