Subject: Need help: how to disable proxy server on my computer?
Hey guys,
Sooo my internet’s been acting weird lately, and I think it’s cuz of some proxy server settings. No idea how they got turned on, but I need to figure out how to disable proxy server stuff ASAP.
I’m on Windows 10 btw. Tried googling but all the guides are way too technical lol. Anyone got a simple step-by-step? Like, where exactly do I go in settings?
Also, does disabling it mess with anything else? Just wanna make sure I don’t break my connection completely haha.
Thanks in advance! 🙏
(PS: If you know how to disable proxy server on Mac too, drop that in—my roommate’s having the same issue.)
Hey! I had the same issue last week. Here's how to disable proxy server on Windows 10:
Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Proxy.
Under "Manual proxy setup," toggle off "Use a proxy server."
That’s it! Super easy.
For Mac, it’s in System Preferences > Network > Advanced > Proxies. Uncheck any proxy boxes.
No, disabling it won’t break your connection—it’ll just stop routing through a proxy. Hope this helps!
omg proxies are such a pain. i feel u.
try this: press Win + R, type "inetcpl.cpl" (no quotes), hit Enter.
Go to Connections tab > LAN settings.
Uncheck "Use a proxy server for your LAN."
Boom, done.
If ur still stuck, this site breaks it down with pics: [insert tech help site].
Mac ppl can just google "how to disable proxy server mac" and click the Apple support link.
Proxies can def mess with your internet. Here’s a detailed way to disable proxy server settings:
1. Open Control Panel > Internet Options.
2. Go to Connections > LAN settings.
3. Uncheck "Use a proxy server" and hit OK.
For Mac: System Preferences > Network > Advanced > Proxies > uncheck everything.
Also, run a malware scan—sometimes proxies get enabled by sketchy software. Malwarebytes is free and works great.
Short answer:
Windows: Settings > Network > Proxy > turn off.
Mac: Network > Advanced > Proxies > uncheck.
Long answer: Proxies are usually harmless but can slow things down. Disabling them won’t break anything unless your work/school requires one.
If it’s still weird, reset your browser settings too.
Thanks everyone! Tried the Settings > Proxy method and it worked.
Weird thing tho—the proxy was set to some random IP. Did a malware scan like someone suggested and found a few sketchy files. Deleted em.
Roommate’s Mac is fixed too. Y’all are lifesavers!
One last Q: Could this have been a virus? Should I do anything else to secure my PC?
Yo, same prob here a while back.
Quick fix:
- Open Chrome (or whatever browser).
- Settings > System > Open proxy settings.
- Toggle that proxy crap off.
For Mac, it’s under Network settings like others said.
Also, check if any VPNs are running—they can fake proxy vibes.
Disabling a proxy server is easy, but first—why is it on? Did you install anything sketchy lately?
Anyway, for Windows:
Win + I > Network & Internet > Proxy > turn off manual proxy.
For Mac:
Apple menu > System Prefs > Network > Advanced > Proxies > uncheck all.
If it’s still acting up, try flushing DNS (google "how to flush DNS Windows 10").
