Anonymous web proxy

1. What is an anonymous proxy site?
2. Is an anonymous proxy a VPN?
3. How do I get an anonymous proxy?
4. Why would someone use an anonymous proxy site?

What is an anonymous proxy site?

An anonymizer or an anonymous proxy is a tool that attempts to make activity on the Internet untraceable. It is a proxy server computer that acts as an intermediary and privacy shield between a client computer and the rest of the Internet.

Is an anonymous proxy a VPN?

A VPN and a proxy are online services that hide your IP address by rerouting your internet traffic through a remote server. But a proxy works only with a single app or service, while a VPN secures all your internet traffic and encrypts it for extra security and privacy.

How do I get an anonymous proxy?

To enable the anonymous proxy service, go to Configuration > Objects > Applications > Anonymous Proxy. To enable the anonymous proxy traffic classification, go to Configuration > System > Setup > Monitoring.

Why would someone use an anonymous proxy site?

Anonymous proxies allow you to browse the internet without revealing your original IP address. They can offer you more – find out what in this article. Anonymous proxies, sometimes called anonymizers, do not disclose your personal information to your target websites, including your IP address and location.