So-called “open proxies” are HTTP or SOCKS type proxy servers that are accidentally or purposely left “open” and accessible on the Internet. HTTP or SOCKS type proxy servers often require that you configure your browser's proxy settings in order to use them. These proxies have the advantage of being compatible with almost all websites since they do not have to modify the requested page to keep you anonymous. However, there are several major disadvantages to using open proxies.

First, since you have to constantly edit your browser’s settings you may inadvertently change a setting that causes a systemic system failure within your browser. Secondly, it takes a tremendous amount of time and research to not only find open proxies, but to also find proxies that are valid and operational. This is why we recommend the Godlike Proxy Toolbar. It's fast efficient scripts allow for constant surfing with NO down time searching for proxies that actually work!

Try our Godlike Proxy Toolbar instead of using an open proxy!
 

Web-based Proxies are driven by server-side softwares such as CGIProxy, PHProxy, and custom proxy scripts. These proxies will work entirely through your Web browser. Generally, all that is needed to hide your IP address and surf anonymously is to visit the website's homepage in your Web browser and enter the URL (website address) you wish to visit. For A CGI-based proxy to work, it must manipulate the document you have requested and all its associated elements and objects. This can be a problem because not all proxies are as efficient or effective as others. Unlike some services that are slow and may produce errors while rendering the many variations of Web page code, Godlike Proxy brings you fresh, clean proxies on a daily basis!