How to Hide My Proxy for Privacy
With the news full of stories about computer viruses and hackers, many Internet users are growing increasingly concerned with keeping their online activities anonymous. Hiding your IP address, which is the identifying code assigned to your computer, is a strong step toward ensuring your privacy online. A proxy server can effectively mask your IP by funneling you through an anonymous server. There are several different ways to effectively use proxies. Some users opt to use a combination of different proxy methods, depending on their needs.
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Instructions
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Enter the website you wish to visit into a website proxy service. These websites act as a middleman between you and the website, effectively hiding your IP while allowing you to access the website normally. To use a website proxy service, simply type the intended URL into the field provided on the site and click Ok. You will have to repeat this step for every website from which you wish to hide your IP.
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Install a proxy add-on for your browser. This will enable your browser to run through a user-defined proxy server before visiting websites. You may need to find a new proxy server every so often in order to keep the add-on working. Some proxy add-ons allow the user to specify proxy rules for individual websites. To find a proxy add-on for your browser, visit your browser's add-on website. Perform a search for the term "proxy."
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Install proxy server software on your computer. This is the most effective means of blocking your IP address. With proxy server software active, your computer will be effectively anonymous to the outside world. Some of these programs are free to use, while others come at a cost. While this software may take a little getting used to, it is well worth it for those who are concerned about their online security.
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Tips & Warnings
Public proxy servers are not risk free. Some proxy servers may exist to spy on users or try to access their information. Only use public proxies from trusted sources. Do your research before using a new proxy.
