Title: How to make a proxy – any simple methods for beginners?
Hey guys, I’ve been trying to figure out *how to make a proxy* but most guides are way too technical.
Is there a super simple way to set one up without needing to code? Like, maybe using some free tools or apps? I’ve heard about stuff like Squid or CCProxy, but idk if they’re noob-friendly.
Also, if anyone’s done this before, could you break it down step by step? Like, *"how to make a proxy"* for dummies lol.
Bonus points if it’s free and doesn’t take hours to configure. Thanks in advance!
(PS: If this has been asked before, my bad – point me to the right thread!)
If you're looking for how to make a proxy without coding, check out ProxyCap or 3proxy. They’re pretty straightforward and don’t require deep tech skills.
For a super simple method, try Psiphon—it’s free and literally just a click-to-run setup. No config headaches.
Also, if you’re on Windows, CCProxy is decent but might need a tiny bit of tweaking. Not as hard as Squid tho!
Yo, I feel you—most guides make how to make a proxy sound like rocket science.
Try ngrok if you just need a quick tunnel. It’s not a full proxy, but it’s stupid easy. Just download, run one command, and boom—you’ve got a tunnel.
For a real proxy, Shadowsocks is beginner-friendly if you follow a YouTube tutorial.
Honestly, if you want how to make a proxy *truly* simple, just use a VPN with proxy features, like Windscribe.
But if you *need* a standalone proxy, Privoxy is lightweight and has a config file you can edit without coding. There are pre-made configs online too.
For a no-code solution, FreeProxy (the software) is old but works. Just install, pick your settings, and go.
If you’re okay with a tiny bit of setup, Squid has Docker images that simplify things. Search for "Squid Docker proxy" and you’ll find one-click setups.
Bro, skip the hassle and use Cloudflare Tunnel. It’s free and way easier than setting up a traditional proxy.
If you *must* know how to make a proxy the old-school way, TinyProxy is lightweight and has a simple config file.
Wow, thanks for all the suggestions! I tried Psiphon and it worked like a charm—zero setup, just ran it and boom.
But I’m curious about ngrok too. Does it work for hiding your IP, or is it just for tunneling? Also, anyone got a good link for a Shadowsocks tutorial?
(And yeah, Squid seems scary, but maybe I’ll brave it later lol.)
If you’re on Mac, Charles Proxy is GUI-based and way easier than command-line stuff. Not free, but the trial should work for testing.
For free options, Privoxy or Polipo are decent. Just google "how to make a proxy with [tool name]" and you’ll find guides.
Ever tried SSH tunneling? It’s not a full proxy, but if you just need to reroute traffic, it’s dead simple.
For a real proxy, HAProxy has a learning curve, but there are pre-configured scripts online.
For a *super* basic proxy, just use Google’s Public DNS or OpenDNS. Not the same, but close enough for some use cases.
If you want a full proxy, Squid is the go-to, but yeah, it’s not noob-friendly. Maybe find a pre-built VM image?
