What is a Proxy?

A web proxy acts as a middleman between your device and the websites you visit. Instead of connecting directly, you send your request to the proxy, and it fetches the content for you.

Picture asking a friend to fetch a book for you. Your friend goes to the shelf, retrieves it, and brings it back. You never go to the shelf yourself, so the owner of the shelf only sees your friend's request.

Similarly, a web proxy hides your real IP address by substituting its own when it requests sites on your behalf. This can help with privacy, security, or bypassing restrictions.

Proxies are useful for those who want a buffer between their device and the internet, letting you browse indirectly while masking your location and identity.