Can someone explain what are HTTP proxies and how they work? or What are HTTP proxies and why would I

http proxies are servers that forward your requests. They *can* hide your IP, but that’s not their only job. Schools use ‘em to block sites, businesses use ‘em to monitor traffic, etc.

For a beginner, maybe try Hide.me or ProxyRack. Just know—free ones often come with ads or malware.