Best Proxy Manager Providers in 2026: Nginx, Docker & Switchers

Proxy managers have evolved from simple on/off tools to advanced infrastructure solutions. The market splits between lightweight browser extensions for users and server-side managers for developers.

Proxy manager comparison table

Top proxy switcher & manager extensions for Chrome & Firefox

Bright Data

Bright Data offers an open-source proxy manager that works with all Bright Data products, including their proxies and Scraper APIs. The tool is compatible with all major operating systems and can also be accessed in the cloud. You can access detailed request logs, customize IP rotation for available proxy services, and configure the SOCKS5 protocol.

The Proxy Manager allows you to set up rules that control when and how proxies are switched, based on criteria such as pricing, response time, or other custom conditions.

Bright Data’s proxy manager streamlines multi-country proxy management by enabling users to utilize IPs from various countries without requiring a separate proxy port for each one. Instead, the proxy manager enables you to specify the desired country dynamically, either through configuration or code, at the time of the request, all while using a single proxy port.

The provider offers a free trial that includes a $2 credit upon signing up and an additional $5 credit when you add a payment method.

Oxylabs

Oxy Proxy Manager is a good choice for users requiring residential proxy pools. The Chrome extension provides a “one-click” connection and is specifically optimized to prevent WebRTC leaks.

It is a free tool that allows users to manage proxies on their desktop and mobile devices. The tool supports the HTTP(S) protocol. You can use the tool with any proxy provider you choose.

Nginx

Nginx Proxy Manager is a free, open-source tool that enables users to manage connections between clients and backend servers. It is a web-based dashboard accessible from any browser. Nginx Proxy Manager is compatible with Linux, macOS, and Windows operating systems.

IPRoyal

IPRoyal proxy manager is a free Google Chrome and Firefox extension that allows users to manage and switch between multiple proxies directly from their browsers. It supports various proxy protocols, including HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP.

IPRoyal proxy manager allows users to create and manage multiple proxy profiles, including the IP address, port, and protocol. You can use your single-proxy profile for all browser traffic.

SwitchyOmega

SwitchyOmega is a good choice for users who frequently need to switch between multiple proxy providers. It is a browser-based proxy management tool.

Unlike more technical tools, SwitchyOmega uses a color-coded system. The tool supports HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4, and SOCKS5. There is an Auto-Switch mode that intelligently selects the appropriate proxy for each website based on your predefined rules.

FoxyProxy

FoxyProxy is open source and supports complex URL pattern matching. You can set it to use a US proxy only for specific streaming sites while browsing everything else on your local IP.

It is a browser extension for Chrome and Firefox that enables users to switch between tabs quickly and easily. The tool features a user-friendly interface, including color-coded proxy profiles and country flags, making it easy to navigate.

It can be used on any operating system, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. However, there is currently no FoxyProxy extension available for Safari. There are two versions of the extension (standard and basic), both of which are free.

Proxifier

Proxifier is available for Windows and macOS, and there is also a version for Android devices. Proxifier is not an open-source tool. A single-user license for Proxifier Standard Edition costs $39.95.

Proxifier also provides a free 31-day trial period with no feature limitations. Proxifier’s rules are system-wide, and you can filter by application executable or destination IP/hostname.

Zyte

Zyte Smart Proxy management tool can integrate with web scraping tools and libraries, including Puppeteer, Selenium, and Playwright. The tool is designed specifically for data extraction projects. The proxy manager supports residential IP addresses.

Best mobile proxy managers for iOS & Android devices

Managing proxies on mobile devices is essential for verifying localized content or managing social media accounts.

• Oxy Proxy Manager (Mobile): Offers the most user-friendly interface for managing residential proxy lists on Android and iOS devices.
• iOS (iPhone/iPad): Shadowrocket offers advanced rule-based routing, and Potatso Lite is a free alternative for simple switching.
• Android: Postern and V2RayNG are the top-rated tools for tunneling device traffic through a proxy.

Nginx proxy manager setup: Docker, Docker Compose & Cloudflare

Create a dedicated NPM directory and a docker-compose.yml file to ensure your proxy data and SSL certificates are stored persistently on your host machine.

Once the container is running, navigate to http://your-server-ip:81.

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