How to Disconnect from Proxy Server – Quick Fix or Full Guide? or Stuck Behind a Proxy? How to Discon

If you’re dealing with a work proxy, you might be SOL without admin access.

But try this: Open PowerShell as admin and run:

`netsh winhttp reset proxy`

Resets the system-wide proxy. Might need a restart.

Had this nightmare last month.

If nothing works, create a new user profile on your PC. Sometimes proxy settings get tied to the user account.

Annoying, but it’s a fresh start.

Also, this site has a solid walkthrough for how to disconnect from proxy server on both Win and Mac: [link to a detailed guide].