Setting up a proxy in Proxy SwitchySharp

Browser extensions offer a convenient method for utilizing proxies. One popular choice for Chrome is Proxy SwitchySharp, which allows you to configure proxy profiles and manage IP addresses. It simplifies the process of changing network settings through a user-friendly control panel and supports automatic proxy switching.

How to set a proxy in the Proxy SwitchySharp extension

After installing the Proxy SwitchySharp extension, its icon will appear on the browser's top bar. To get started, click on it and follow these steps:

1. Open the menu and select “Options”.

   

2. Click on the “New Profile” button in the new window.

   

3. Enter a name for your proxy or group of proxies in the “Profile Details” section, such as “Proxy for Facebook”.

   

4. Select the protocol type of your proxy and enter the IP-address and port to connect.

   

5. If your data is the same for all protocols, click on the appropriate box.

   

6. Specify exception sites where the proxy will not work, then click “Save”.

   

7. Open a new tab in the browser, click on the extension icon, and select the configured proxy from the menu.

   

8. Visit the desired site through the proxy. If you use private proxies, an authentication window will appear. Enter your username and password, then click “Sign In”.

   

9. To disable the proxy, open the extension menu and click “Direct Connection”.

   

Using this Proxy SwitchySharp guide, you can easily set up proxies to bypass regional restrictions and access blocked resources. It also ensures anonymity online by hiding your real IP address, allowing you to perform various actions without the risk of IP blocking.