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HTTP Proxy

Every Proxy includes a built-in HTTP proxy server that runs directly on your Android device.

When enabled, other devices can send their web traffic through your device using standard HTTP proxy configuration.

What the HTTP Proxy Does

The HTTP proxy allows another device (such as a laptop or tablet) to:

  • Connect to your Android device
  • Send HTTP requests through it
  • Access the internet using your phone’s active network connection

The proxy forwards traffic using whichever connection your Android device is currently using:

  • Mobile data
  • Wi-Fi

No root access is required.

HTTPS Traffic

The HTTP proxy also supports HTTPS forwarding using the standard CONNECT method.

Important:

  • Every Proxy does not decrypt HTTPS traffic.
  • It does not inspect or modify encrypted content.
  • It simply forwards encrypted traffic between the client device and the destination server.

This ensures compatibility with modern websites and services while maintaining end-to-end encryption.

When to Use the HTTP Proxy

Use the HTTP proxy when:

  • Configuring browsers or tools that support HTTP proxy settings
  • Routing web traffic through your Android device
  • Creating a portable proxy endpoint for testing or development
  • Forwarding traffic from devices that do not support SOCKS

If your application supports SOCKS, you may also consider using the SOCKS4 or SOCKS5 proxy options available in Every Proxy.

How to Enable the HTTP Proxy

  1. Open Every Proxy on your Android device.
  2. Enable the HTTP Proxy server.
  3. Note the IP address and port displayed in the app.
  4. On the client device, configure the proxy settings using:
    • Proxy Type: HTTP
    • Host: (Your Android device IP address)
    • Port: (The port shown in the app)

Once configured, traffic from the client device will be forwarded through your Android device.

Port Configuration

You can configure the listening port for the HTTP proxy within the app settings.

When selecting a port:

  • Ensure the port is not already in use.
  • Make sure the client device is allowed to connect to your Android device over the local network.

Compatibility

The HTTP proxy works with:

  • Web browsers
  • Development tools
  • Command-line utilities that support HTTP proxy configuration
  • Applications that allow manual proxy settings

Limitations

  • The HTTP proxy forwards traffic but does not cache, filter, or analyze requests.
  • It does not provide VPN functionality.
  • It does not modify system-level routing on the Android device.

For broader protocol support or non-HTTP traffic, consider using the SOCKS4 or SOCKS5 proxy options.