How to Setup a Proxy in Windows 11
You set up a proxy in Windows 11 by configuring your network settings to route internet traffic through a specific server, effectively making it a middleman for your online activity.
A proxy server intercepts your website requests and forwards them. The proxy server then retrieves website responses and sends those responses back to you. Businesses commonly use this proxy server setup to enforce network policies, filter content, or boost security for over 100 employees.
Windows 11 PCs, specifically version 22H2 or newer, direct all internet traffic through a designated proxy server once that proxy is configured. Many companies require this proxy usage to access internal resources securely.
Configure your proxy settings in Windows 11 by going to Settings > Network & internet > Proxy. You can then choose to use a setup script or manually enter the proxy server address and port. Click Save to apply your changes.
Setting up a proxy using a script
You can setup a proxy in Windows 11 using a script if your IT person gives you a web address to automatically connect your computer. This method is helpful when you need to connect to a network that uses specific settings, and all you need is the address for the script.
1. Open the Settings menu by pressing Windows key + I on your keyboard.
2. In the left-hand menu, click on Network & internet.
3. Select Proxy from the list on the right.
4. Click the Setup button next to “Use setup script.”
5. Toggle the switch to On. Enter the script address provided by your administrator in the box and click Save.
Setting up a manual proxy
Setting up a manual proxy in Windows 11 lets you enter the server address and port number yourself, which is useful when you don’t have an automatic setup script. You’ll need the specific IP address and port number for the proxy server to get this working.
- Navigate to Settings > Network & internet > Proxy.
- Scroll down to “Manual proxy setup” and click the Setup button.
3. Toggle the switch to On.
4. In the Address field, enter the server IP (for example: 192.168.1.50). In the Port field, enter the port number provided to you.
5. Click Save to finish.
Summary
Setting up a proxy in Windows 11 lets you browse the internet using an intermediary server, either through a script or by manually entering details.
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