What Is a Proxy Web Browser?

A proxy web browser directs your internet requests to a proxy server which acts as an intermediary before connecting with a website. Your browser sends requests through a proxy server before the server directs them to the target website. Your browser receives website responses after the response passes through the proxy server.

A proxy server configuration enables you to conceal your actual IP address which then displays a different location. This setup protects your privacy and lets you bypass territorial restrictions and gives access to restricted content. Users employ proxy web browsers for anonymous browsing and security on public networks and to test website performance as if they originate from distant locations. The added encryption functionality in some proxy solutions gives you extra security against surveillance and tracking attempts.