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Steps to Use a SOCKS5 Proxy IP:
The process can be divided into four core stages: obtaining proxy information, system-level configuration, browser/application configuration, and connection verification. Below is the detailed operational guide:

1. Obtain SOCKS5 Proxy Information

• Choose a Provider: Prioritize providers that support features like dual authentication (e.g., IP whitelist + username/password), high-availability nodes (e.g., 200+ city nodes nationwide), and real-time IP rotation (e.g., updated hourly), such as Tianqi Proxy.
• Record Key Information: Obtain the proxy server’s IP address, port number, and authentication credentials (if required). Save this information in a notepad to avoid manual input errors.

2. System-Level Proxy Configuration

• Windows:
  • Method 1: Via “Internet Options”
    • Open Control Panel → Network and Internet → Internet Options.
    • Switch to the Connections tab → Click LAN settings.
    • Check Use a proxy server for your LAN, click Advanced, fill in the SOCKS5 proxy IP and Port, and select Socks5 as the Type.
  • Method 2: Via “Settings” App
    • Open Settings → Network & Internet → Proxy.
    • Turn on Set up proxy manually, enter the IP and Port under SOCKS5 proxy server, and click Save.
• macOS:
  • Open System Preferences → Network.
  • Select your current network connection → Click Advanced → Go to the Proxies tab.
  • Select SOCKS Proxy, fill in the Server Address and Port. If authentication is required, check Proxy server requires password and enter the credentials.
• Linux:
  • Open a terminal and enter the command:bashexport ALL_PROXY=socks5://<Proxy_Server_IP>:<Port_Number>Replace <Proxy_Server_IP> and <Port_Number> with your actual values. Execute this command to route all network traffic through the SOCKS5 proxy.

3. Browser or Application-Level Configuration

• Browser Configuration (Chrome Example):
  • Install Extension:
    • Install the SwitchyOmega extension. Right-click its icon → Select Options.
    • Click New profile, enter a name (e.g., “SOCKS5 Proxy”), select Proxy Profile as the Profile Type.
    • Enter the proxy IP, Port, select SOCKS5 as the Protocol, and save the settings.
  • Use the Profile:
    • While browsing, click the extension icon and switch to the “SOCKS5 Proxy” profile to activate it.
• Application Configuration:
  • General Steps:
    • Within the application’s Network or Connection settings, locate the proxy configuration option. Enter the SOCKS5 proxy server’s IP address and port number.
  • Example (Mobile WiFi Configuration):
    • Long-press the connected WiFi network → Select Modify network.
    • Go to Advanced options → Set Proxy to Manual.
    • Select SOCKS HOST as the Proxy Type, then enter the IP and Port.

4. Verification & Security Configuration

• Connection Verification:
  • Use an online tool (e.g., WhatIsMyIP) to check if your IP address has changed to the proxy server’s IP.
  • Test accessing restricted websites to confirm if they load normally.
• Security Enhancements:
  • Encrypted Transmission: Ensure the proxy provider supports AES-256 encryption to prevent traffic snooping.
  • IP Rotation Strategy: Using the same IP long-term increases detection risk. It’s recommended to rotate IPs hourly (e.g., via the provider’s API to fetch new IPs).
  • Dual Authentication: Enable dual verification (IP whitelist + username/password). Even if credentials are compromised, unauthorized IPs cannot use the proxy.