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How to Change & Configure Microsoft Edge Proxy Settings
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Updated onJuly 10, 2024
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Many people use proxy in order to protect their privacy online, and just like many other web browsers on Windows 10,Microsoft Edgealso offers support for proxy.
Configuring proxy settings in Microsoft Edge is relatively simple, and today we’re going to show you how to do it.
Proxy is another remote computer that works as a hub and intercepts your network traffic before sending it to you. There are many uses for proxy, but in most cases, people use it to get an extra layer of security.
When using a proxy, yourIP addresswon’t be shown, instead, you’ll connect to the Internet using the proxy’s IP address.
Proxy is a decent solution if you’re concerned about your privacy, but you should know that there are both free and paid proxy services available.
According to users, paid proxy services are usually more secure and reliable, so choose carefully while selecting your proxy.
Configuring proxy in Microsoft Edge is quite simple, and you can manually configure it, or you can simply speed this process up and use an automatic configuration file that will configure the proxy for you.
How do I configure Microsoft Edge proxy settings?
1. Change Microsoft Edge proxy settings
Changing proxy settings in Microsoft Edge is quite simple, and you can do it by following the above steps. After performing the procedure, your proxy will be configured and ready to use.
If you don’t want to manually configure your proxy, you can simply use the automatic configuration option. To do that, follow these steps:
Another way to change proxy settings in Windows 10 is to use Internet Options. To do that, do the following:
Keep in mind that these changes are applied system-wide, so even if you set up a proxy, it won’t just affect Edge, it will affect all other applications that support proxy.
Quick Tip:
Opera One provides a proxy VPN that can safeguard your online privacy by creating a safer environment while you surf the web. All network traffic from the browser is routed through that secured proxy VPN.
As a result, your apparent location shifts to the server’s location, keeping you away from tracking activities. This browser is also a smart one as it comes with it’s own built-in AI.
Opera One
2. Consider using a VPN
Proxy settings can be a bit tricky to handle and modify. Therefore, if you prefer to keep it simple, we recommend you take a second to see the bigger picture.
A proxy only secures your torrent client or web browser, while aVPNencrypted tunneling secures 100% of all your Internet access. That’s why you shouldn’t waste your time.
In order to find the right VPN for your needs, better be informed before making the final choice and thus have your pick from thebest VPNs for Windows 10.
If you’re concerned about your privacy online, the proxy can be a decent solution. Setting up a proxy for Microsoft Edge is relatively simple, and we hope that this article was helpful to you.
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Milan Stanojevic
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
