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iOS set up settings + application set up

To set up on your Apple device follow instructions below

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Manually configure a proxy on my iPhone via Wi-Fi settings

If you'd rather not install a third-party app, you can configure a proxy directly in iOS:

  1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.

  2. Tap the ⓘ next to your connected network.

  3. Scroll down to Configure Proxy and tap Manual.

  4. Enter the Server (your proxy's hostname) and Port.

  5. If your proxy uses username/password authentication, toggle Authentication on and enter your credentials — unlike Android, iOS's native Wi-Fi settings do support this.

  6. Tap Save.

  7. Visit any website to confirm the proxy is active.

This method only applies to the Wi-Fi network you configure it on — it won't carry over to cellular data or other networks.

You can use this IOS App (Potatso): The Potatso app is a versatile and user-friendly proxy management tool available for iOS devices. It supports various proxy types, including HTTP, SOCKS4, and SOCKS5, making it suitable for a wide range of use cases.

Here is how you can set up a proxy:

  1. Install Potatso

    • Download and install the Potatso app from the App Store on your iOS device.

  2. Open the App and Add a New Proxy Configuration

    • Launch the Potatso app and navigate to the settings or configuration section.

    • Select the option to add a new proxy profile.

  3. Choose the Proxy Type

    • Select the type of proxy your service provides: HTTP, SOCKS4, or SOCKS5.

  4. Enter Proxy Details

    • Input the required proxy details:

      • Host: The server address of your proxy.

      • Port: The port number provided by your proxy service.

      • Authentication: If required, enter the username and password for the proxy.

  5. Save the Configuration

    • Once all details are entered, save the configuration.

  6. Enable the Proxy

    • Toggle the proxy connection ON within the Potatso app to start routing your internet traffic through the proxy.

After you can select HTTP, SOCKS4 or SOCKS5 "Type"

Enter proxy details and hit "Save":


Don't forget to turn it on:

  1. Test the Proxy

    • Open any app or browser to confirm that your internet traffic is being routed through the proxy.

Troubleshooting Tips

  • Incorrect Proxy Details: Double-check the host, port, and authentication details to ensure they are correct.

  • Connection Issues: Ensure your internet connection is stable and that the proxy server is operational.

  • App-Specific Settings: Some apps may require additional configuration to work with a proxy.

Related topics:

  1. To set up proxies via app on Android device click here

  2. To set up proxies via settings on Android device click here

  3. To manually configure a proxy on your iPhone via Wi-Fi settings, click here

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