Android Proxy Setup Guide
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).
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.
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.