How to Use a Proxy on Your Phone (Android and iOS)
Sometimes your internet connection can be a bit restrictive. For example, you might try to access a website, but it says “not available in your country,” or your school Wi-Fi blocks certain addresses. That's when little helper systems called proxies come into play. The name sounds fancy, but its function is simple: it routes your connection through another location. What Exactly Does a Proxy Do? Think of it this way: you send a request to the internet, but it goes through the proxy first. The proxy speaks for you, retrieves the information, and brings it back to you. So you're not on stage; there’s a “representative” in the background. This keeps your IP address hidden, sometimes lets you access blocked sites, and sometimes just manages your traffic more efficiently. It looks similar to a VPN, but the difference is this: a VPN covers everything , while a proxy only works with specific applications. Setting Up a Proxy on Android On Android phones, you can usually s...