Privacy Policy

ProxyLists.org is committed to transparency, user privacy, and responsible data stewardship. We collect only the minimal data required to operate our proxy list services, never sell your personal data, and strive to empower users with clear choices. This policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and your rights, including options for data removal and managing cookies.

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  • IP Addresses: Used for basic analytics, abuse prevention, and rate-limiting proxy requests.
  • Email Address: Collected only if you register for an account or contact us. Used for account management, password resets, and communicating important updates (never for marketing).
  • Usage Logs: Minimal logs for security auditing and service improvement (e.g., successful/failed login attempts or proxy requests).
  • Cookies: See Section 3. Used for login sessions, site preferences, and anonymous analytics.
  • Analytics Identifiers: Anonymous IDs via Google Analytics for measuring site usage trends, never tied to personal identity.
We do not collect: Names, phone numbers, payment details, or unnecessary personal data. All data collection is minimized to what’s needed for secure, functional proxy list operation.
Data Type Why Collected How Stored
IP Address Abuse prevention, analytics In minimal, rotating logs (not linked to user accounts)
Email Address Account creation, password reset Encrypted in JSON file (see Section 4)
Cookies / Session ID Login sessions, preferences Browser cookie, not used for tracking ads
Analytics ID Site usage statistics Anonymous; not tied to personal identity
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  • To operate essential site features (proxy list management, account creation, login security).
  • To prevent abuse, fraud, or misuse of proxy lists (e.g., blocking repeated scraping or attacks).
  • To communicate with users about their account, password resets, or service issues (never for marketing).
  • To analyze aggregate site usage (via anonymous analytics) and improve our lists, guides, and tools.
We do not: Send marketing emails, sell user data, or share personal details with third-parties beyond what’s required for site operation and Adsense compliance.
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  • Session Cookies: Required for login, site preferences, and secure navigation.
  • Google Analytics: Used to understand site usage; collects only anonymous, aggregate data (not linked to your identity or account).
  • Google Adsense: Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to our site and other websites. Learn more about how Google uses data at Google Ads Privacy Policy.
Opt-Out: You can opt out of personalized ads and analytics cookies by adjusting your browser settings, using ad blockers, or visiting Google Ads Settings and Google Analytics Opt-Out.
For more on managing cookies, see: AllAboutCookies.org.

  • All user data (accounts, proxy usage logs) is stored in encrypted JSON files, outside the web root directory, to minimize risk of unauthorized access.
  • We use access controls, regular permission reviews, and standard PHP security best practices to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
  • No SQL databases are used, reducing risk of SQL injection attacks.
No system is 100% secure: While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to use strong, unique passwords and never reuse credentials across sites.
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  • We display Google Adsense ads, which may use cookies and similar technologies to collect non-personal browsing data for personalized or non-personalized ads.
  • We may link to external websites (e.g., guides, tools, privacy resources). We are not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of third parties.
  • Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites or ad networks they visit via links or ads on ProxyLists.org.
No personal data is shared with advertisers: Only non-personal, browser-based data (such as IP or device info) may be used by networks like Adsense for analytics or ad delivery.
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  • You may request deletion or correction of your account data at any time by contacting us via email.
  • To request removal, email: hello@proxylists.org with the subject "Data Removal Request" and your registered email address.
  • We respond to all reasonable requests within a reasonable timeframe and confirm deletion via email.
Your Rights: Access, correct, or delete your data; opt out of analytics cookies; ask questions about our privacy policy at any time.
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  • This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our services.
  • All updates will be posted on this page, with the "last updated" date reflected above.
  • We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed of any changes.
Continued use of ProxyLists.org after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

For any privacy-related questions, concerns, or requests, please contact us:

We do not offer phone or form-based support for privacy issues; all requests are handled via email for security and documentation.

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Email us at hello@proxylists.org from your registered email address with the subject “Delete My Account.” We will confirm your identity and remove your data from our system, including any proxy usage logs tied to your account. Removal is permanent, and you’ll receive confirmation by email.

No, we do not share, sell, or disclose your personal data (such as your email address or proxy usage) with advertisers or external third parties. The only information shared with Google Adsense and analytics providers is non-personal, browser-level data required for ad delivery and aggregate statistics. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party service linked from our site.

Essential cookies include session tokens (to keep you logged in), security cookies (to prevent CSRF/abuse), and preferences (such as language or display choices). These do not track your browsing outside our site and are removed when you log out or clear your browser cookies. Disabling cookies may limit site functionality, especially for registered users.

Yes, your IP address is logged temporarily for security, abuse prevention, and analytics. Logs are minimal, not linked to your account unless required for fraud prevention, and rotated regularly. We do not retain IP addresses for longer than necessary.

You can opt out of cookies by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies, using ad blocker extensions, or following opt-out instructions from Google Analytics/Adsense. Note that disabling cookies may affect login and some site features. For more, see AllAboutCookies.org.
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