Use the proxy in Firefox

Firefox has its own proxy settings, separate from the system's: perfect for using the proxy only in this browser. Use the HTTP protocol: Firefox doesn't ask for username and password with SOCKS5 proxies.

Step by step

1. 1

   In the client area set the proxy protocol to HTTP.

2. 2

   In Firefox open Settings, search for “proxy”, then click “Settings…” under Network Settings.

3. 3

   Choose “Manual proxy configuration”, enter host and port under “HTTP Proxy” and tick “Also use this proxy for HTTPS”.

4. 4

   Click OK and open any website: Firefox asks for the proxy's username and password. Enter them and, if you like, let it remember them.

5. 5

   Check your new IP by visiting a site such as whatismyipaddress.com.

Tips

• To go back to the normal connection choose “No proxy” in the same settings.
• If you use several proxies in parallel, create a Firefox profile for each (about:profiles).