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FileZilla is a widely used FTP/SFTP client for transferring files to and from servers. By setting up FileZilla to use the Anyone.io network as a free proxy, you can add anonymity and security to your file transfers. This is particularly useful if you want to hide your IP address from the servers you connect to or if you need to connect through restrictive networks that block direct FTP. The Anyone.io network acts as a middle relay for your FTP connection – encrypting and anonymizing your traffic as it passes through. FileZilla has built-in support for proxies, so it’s just a matter of configuring the settings. Follow the steps below to enable the Anyone.io free proxy for your FileZilla client.
Launch FileZilla and go to the Edit menu, then choose Settings (on macOS, FileZilla > Preferences). This opens the FileZilla options dialog.
In the Settings dialog, expand the Connection section in the left sidebar and click on FTP. Under FTP, select Generic Proxy (this is where proxy settings for FTP connections are defined).
In the Generic Proxy settings, you’ll see options to configure a proxy. Choose SOCKS 5 as the proxy type from the dropdown menu. This tells FileZilla you want to use a SOCKS5 proxy server for all FTP connections.
After selecting SOCKS5, enter the Anyone.io proxy details. In the Proxy host field, input the server address (for example, 127.0.0.1 if you are running the Anyone.io relay locally). In the Port field, enter 9050. Leave the username and password fields blank (unless you have a special setup, the Anyone.io free proxy doesn’t use authentication).
Click OK to save the changes. Now FileZilla knows to use the specified SOCKS5 proxy for any new connections. The next time you connect to an FTP or SFTP server using FileZilla, it will route through the Anyone.io network. You can proceed to open a site in FileZilla as usual – the connection will be proxied without any further action.
Enabling a proxy in FileZilla via Anyone.io brings several advantages. Privacy is a big one: the servers you connect to (and any observers along the network path) will see the connection coming from the proxy network, not directly from your computer. This keeps your personal IP hidden when exchanging files. Security is also enhanced – the content of your file transfer is encrypted as it goes through the Anyone.io network’s layers. This is valuable when transferring sensitive data or when using FileZilla on public/office networks that might be monitored. Additionally, using the Anyone.io proxy can help bypass firewall restrictions; if direct FTP is blocked on your network, routing through the proxy might allow the transfer because the traffic is tunneled differently. All these benefits come without any cost since Anyone.io’s base service is free. FileZilla remains as functional as ever, but now with an added layer of anonymity and freedom for your FTP needs.
For users who demand the best performance or handle large volumes of data, a premium proxy could be a great upgrade. Simply click the link below to sign up for a premium Anyone.io proxy to pair with FileZilla. This offers faster speeds and dedicated routes – meaning quicker file transfers and even more reliable connections through the network. Whether you’re managing a website or transferring big backups, a premium proxy ensures FileZilla runs at peak efficiency while still keeping everything secure and private. Get started with your premium proxy upgrade today.