FoxyProxy Basic

FoxyProxy is an open-source, advanced proxy management tool that completely replaces Firefox's limited proxying capabilities. No paid accounts are necessary; bring your own proxies or buy from any vendor. The original proxy tool, since 2006.

FoxyProxy Basic - Advanced Proxy Management Tool for Firefox

FoxyProxy Basic is a Firefox extension developed since 2006, providing an advanced proxy management tool. The add-on allows for automatic or manual switching of internet connection across one or more proxy servers. Other features include customizable colors and flags, import/export settings, keyboard shortcuts, and advanced logging, all with a focus on promoting user privacy and security online.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
By: Eric Jung
Daily users: 6,442
-29
Rating: 4.28
(79)
Version: 8.10 (Last updated: 2025-01-25)
Version code: 5881580
Creation date: 2009-10-15
Weekly download count: 501
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • downloads
  • notifications
  • proxy
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 207.76K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

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400,000 3.80 (775)
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52,061 3.40 (153)
FoxyProxy (v8.10)
24,549 4.30 (3)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Simple and clean interface
  • Good performance when it works
  • Prompt response from developer regarding issues
Cons
  • Settings disappear after updates
  • Potential DNS leaks when using SOCKS5 proxy
  • Confusing differences between add-on versions
Most mentioned
  • Issues with settings disappearing after updates
  • DNS leak concerns when using SOCKS5 with DNS over HTTPS
  • User dissatisfaction with differences between basic and normal versions
User reviews
The app is nice but can't work on my device

by antoru, 2025-01-28

by nk23x1, 2024-10-03
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

FoxyProxy Basic requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of FoxyProxy Basic. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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