➡️ Overview

This guide walks you through configuring HTTP/HTTPS and SOCKS5 proxies in all major browsers. As each browser has different proxy capabilities, setup options vary by browser and operating system.

➡️ Firefox Configuration (Windows & macOS)

Firefox is the most capable browser for proxy users. It supports both HTTP/HTTPS and SOCKS5 natively (IP Authorization). 

In addition to the built-in proxy settings, Firefox is fully compatible with the Rayobyte Proxy Extension, which offers a simpler way to switch between proxies or save multiple profiles.

✔ Option 1: Configure Proxies Using Firefox’s Built-In Settings

HTTP/HTTPS Setup

  1. Open Firefox.
  2. Go to Settings → General → Network Settings → Settings…
  3. Select Manual proxy configuration.
  4. Enter your HTTP/HTTPS proxy host and port.
  5. Check Use this proxy for all protocols.
  6. Click OK.

SOCKS5 with IP Authorization (Port 1080)

  1. Open Firefox.
  2. Go to Settings → General → Network Settings → Settings…
  3. Select Manual proxy configuration.
  4. Enter your SOCKS host/IP Address and port (1080).
  5. Select SOCKS v5.
  6. Enable Proxy DNS when using SOCKS v5.
  7. Click OK.

SOCKS5 with Username/Password (Port 1081)

To use SOCKS authentication, you must configure it through an extension:

  1. Install FoxyProxy (Firefox Add-ons).
  2. Create a new proxy profile.
  3. Enter:
    • Type: SOCKS5
    • Host: your proxy IP
    • Port: 1081
    • Username/Password: your Rayobyte credentials
  4. Save and activate the profile.

➡️ Rayobyte Proxy Extension (Chrome, Edge, Firefox)

The Rayobyte Proxy Extension works seamlessly in browsers and is ideal for users who want fast switching between profiles, easier setup, and a cleaner interface.

The extension supports:

  • ✔ HTTP/HTTPS (IP auth or username/password)
  • ✔ SOCKS5 (IP Authorization only)

To configure using the Rayobyte Proxy Extension:

  1. Install the Rayobyte Proxy Extension from the Add-on/Extension store.
  2. Open the extension → select Manual Setup.
  3. Enter your proxy details:
    • Proxy Address
    • Port
    • Protocol: HTTP / HTTPS / SOCKS5
    • Authentication: Via IP or Username/Password (only for HTTP/HTTPS)
  4. Save or activate the profile.

This option is perfect if you regularly switch locations, toggle proxies on/off, or need multiple saved profiles.

➡️ Chromium Browsers: Chrome, Edge

All Chromium-based browsers share the same network limitations:

  • ❗ No native SOCKS support
  • ❗ No SOCKS username/password support
  • ✔ SOCKS5 IP Authorization works only through extensions

Chromium browsers also rely on your operating system’s proxy settings, and both Windows/macOS do not support SOCKS system-wide.

❗SOCKS5 with Username/Password (NOT Supported)

No Chromium browser supports authenticated SOCKS5. This is a browser-level limitation. To use SOCKS with username/password, you must:

  • ✔ Use Firefox (recommended), or
  • ✔ Use a system-level proxy tool: Proxifier / ProxyCap (Windows & macOS)

➡️ Safari (macOS)

Safari uses macOS system proxy settings.

macOS does not support SOCKS5 authentication system-wide.

✔ HTTP/HTTPS Setup

  1. Go to System Settings → Network.
  2. Select your connection → Details.
  3. Go to Proxies.
  4. Enable Web Proxy (HTTP) or Secure Web Proxy (HTTPS).
  5. Enter proxy host, port, and credentials.

❗ SOCKS Limitations in Safari/macOS

  • ✔ SOCKS5 works only with IP Authorization

Use Firefox if you require authenticated SOCKS.

➡️ Need Help?

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