How to Use Proxifier to Route Any App Through a Proxy

Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up Proxifier on Windows and macOS

What you’ll need

• Proxifier installer for Windows or macOS (download from proxifier.com).
• Proxy server details (type: SOCKS5/HTTPS, host, port, optional username/password).
• Administrator privileges to install software.

1. Install Proxifier

1. Download the appropriate installer from proxifier.com.
2. Run the installer and follow prompts (Windows: .exe installer; macOS: .dmg then drag to Applications).
3. Launch Proxifier and allow any system permission requests (network access, accessibility on macOS if prompted).

2. Add a proxy server

1. Open Proxifier → click Profile → Proxy Servers (Windows) or Proxifier → Preferences → Proxies (macOS).
2. Click Add.
3. Enter Address (IP or hostname) and Port.
4. Select proxy Type (SOCKS Version 5, SOCKS Version 4, or HTTPS).
5. If required, enable Authentication and enter username/password.
6. Click OK and test the connection using the Test button (if available).

3. Create proxification rules

1. Go to Profile → Proxification Rules.
2. The Default rule applies to all traffic — change it only if you want selective routing.