How to set up a Proxy on IOS?
Full Guide on how to setup a proxy server on an IOS device:
Step 1:
Access your phones settings
Step 2:
Open the Wi-Fi settings
** You are not able to use proxies when connected to mobile data, you have to be connected to a Wi-Fi network. **
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Step 3:
Tap on your connected Wi-Fi network.
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Step 4:
Scroll down until you find “HTTP Proxy” section and tap on “Configure Proxy”.
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Step 5:
Tap on “Manual” section to access the proxy setup settings
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Step 6:
Enter your proxy details in the appropriate sections. When using a private proxy you need to enter authentication details for access, toggle ON the authentication and enter the username and password below.
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Step 7:
Click on “Save” on the top right corner of you screen to save your setting details.
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That is the full step-by-step guide for connecting a proxy to your iOS device. You can now browse the web and use your phone’s applications privately with your real IP hidden.
If your connection does not work after saving, the proxy errors troubleshooting guide covers the most common iOS proxy configuration failures with exact fixes.
Not sure which proxy type to use on your iOS device? Mobile proxies are purpose-built for mobile environments, real 4G and 5G carrier IPs that deliver the highest trust scores on mobile-first platforms and apps.


