How to set up Proxy manually on Android

Discover how to manually configure a proxy on your Android device using PureVPN. Follow our step-by-step guide to set up a proxy and enjoy additional privacy and security benefits.

Written By Fahad Ahmed

Updated at May 28th, 2024

Discover how to manually configure a proxy on your Android device using PureVPN. Follow our step-by-step guide to set up a proxy and enjoy additional privacy and security benefits.

Find your VPN credentials for manual configuration

  • Login to Member Area account with your email and password.
  • Tap Hamburger icon (≡) from the top right.
  • Tap on Subscriptions section.
  • Scroll down the page.
  • Tap Eye icon you can see system generated password.
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Set up Proxy manually on Android

  • Go to general settings and tap Connections.


  • Click on Wi-Fi.


  • Tap the Settings icon of the Wi-Fi network that you are currently connected to.

  • Tap Advanced.


  • Scroll down and tap Proxy.


  • Select Manual.

  • Enter Proxy hostname, Proxy port number (10799) and tap Save.


  • Once you open a web browser on your Android device, you will be prompted to enter your VPN username and password.


  • To confirm whether the proxy is functioning correctly, you can check your IP address using any IP checking website, such as IPaddress.com.

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