"Struggling with proxy settings – how to turn proxy server off correctly?"
Hey guys,
So I’ve been messing with my internet settings and somehow ended up with a proxy server enabled. Now my browsing is slower than a snail, and half my apps won’t connect.
I need to figure out *how to turn proxy server off*, but every guide I find is either too technical or skips steps. Anyone got a simple, step-by-step way to do this?
I’m on Windows 10, but Mac users might find this helpful too if you share their method.
Thanks in advance! 🙏
(Also, if you’ve got tips on why this even happens, I’m all ears. Feels like my PC just *loves* making things complicated.)
Hey! Had the same issue last week. For Windows 10, go to Settings > Network & Internet > Proxy. Under "Manual proxy setup," toggle off "Use a proxy server."
Sometimes malware messes with these settings, so run a scan with Malwarebytes just in case.
For Mac, it’s in System Preferences > Network > Advanced > Proxies. Uncheck the proxy options there.
Hope that helps!
Ugh, proxies can be such a pain. If you’re still stuck after turning it off in settings, try resetting your network. Open Command Prompt as admin and type:
`netsh winsock reset`
Then restart.
Also, check if any VPN or sketchy software flipped the proxy on. Happened to me once with a "free" tool.
Here’s a dumb question—did you check your browser settings too? Sometimes the system proxy is off, but your browser (like Chrome or Firefox) has its own proxy enabled.
In Chrome, go to Settings > System > Open proxy settings, and it’ll take you to the Windows menu. Firefox has it under Network Settings.
Just covering all bases!
If you’re on Windows, pressing Win + R and typing `inetcpl.cpl` will open Internet Options. Go to the Connections tab > LAN settings, and uncheck "Use a proxy server."
Bonus tip: Some apps override system settings, so check individual apps (like Discord or Spotify) if they’re still acting up.
Proxies are the worst. If the usual steps don’t work, try this:
1. Open Registry Editor (careful here!)
2. Navigate to `HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings`
3. Look for `ProxyEnable` and set its value to 0.
Backup your registry first tho. Scary stuff if you mess up.
For Mac users:
Terminal can help if the GUI isn’t working. Run:
`networksetup -setwebproxy "Wi-Fi" off`
Replace "Wi-Fi" with your network interface name.
Also, Little Snitch is a great tool to monitor sneaky network changes.
Wow, thanks for all the tips! I tried the Windows settings method first, and it worked—my browsing is back to normal.
Weirdly, my VPN was still acting up, so I’ll check those app settings next. Also, gonna run that Malwarebytes scan just in case.
Appreciate the help, y’all! 🙌
This might sound obvious, but have you restarted your PC after turning the proxy off? Sometimes Windows just needs a kick to apply changes properly.
If it’s still slow, try flushing DNS with `ipconfig /flushdns` in Command Prompt. Weirdly fixes a lot of things.
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