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This guide presents two options for setting up a proxy on Android devices: Wi-Fi Settings and Mobile Data Settings.
Getting Started
Before proceeding, ensure that you have:
- No other VPN or proxy services active.
- The proxy endpoint and port (e.g., us.decodo.com:10101).
- Your proxy username and password (or a set of whitelisted IPs).
📘 Proxy Guide
Learn how to find proxy details for each proxy type in the dashboard [here].
Wi-Fi Network Settings
📘 Note
Steps may vary slightly depending on your Android version and device model.
⚠️ App Compatibility Warning
Wi-Fi proxy settings only work for browsers. Apps cannot connect through this method.
For app-specific proxy configuration, follow the Mobile Data Settings below.
Step 1
Open Settings on your Android device, then navigate to Connections / Network & Internet.
Step 2
Go to Wi-Fi, tap the network you are connected to, and select the Settings (gear) icon.
Step 3
Choose Advanced Settings, Modify Network, or tap See More to expand the section.
Step 4
Under Proxy, select Manual.
Step 5
Fill in the following fields:
- Proxy hostname (e.g., us.decodo.com)
- Proxy port (e.g., 10001)
Step 6
Tap Save to apply the settings.
Verify the Connection
- Open your browser and visit ip.decodo.com.
- If you are not using a whitelisted IP, you may be prompted to enter your credentials. Input your proxy username and password, then tap Log In.
If the setup is successful, your IP address will reflect the proxy’s location.
Mobile Data Settings
📘 Note
Steps may vary slightly depending on your Android version and device model.
Step 1
Go to Settings → Connections/Network & Internet → Mobile Network.
Step 2
Select Access Point Names (APN) and tap your active APN.
Step 3
Fill in the following fields:
- Proxy (e.g., us.decodo.com)
- Port (e.g., 10001)
Step 4
Configure Authentication:
- Username: Your proxy username
- Password: Your proxy password
Step 5
Tap the three vertical dots in the top-right corner to save changes, then press Save.
Step 6
To apply the changes, turn mobile data off and back on to restart the network connection.
Verify the Connection
- Open your browser and visit ip.decodo.com.
- If prompted, enter your credentials and tap Log In.
- Confirm that your new IP address reflects the proxy configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Blocklist
⚠️ Target Access Notice
Please note that access to certain domain names is restricted. Click [here] to learn more.
Direct IP
Direct IP Parameter Support
If you have purchased an IP list, you can use the direct IP parameter in your proxy username: user-username-ip-x.x.x.x
Supported Plans: DC Pay/IP, Dedicated DC, ISP Pay/IP, Dedicated ISP Plans.
Products that provide access to the full proxy pool (e.g., Residential Proxies) do not support this parameter.
Decodo proxies do not support the default IP:PORT format.
You must use the endpoint rotator format (e.g., us.decodo.com:10101).
If necessary, try the workaround [here], but it only works temporarily and requires reinstallation after updates.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any other issues, refer to our main troubleshooting section. 