Android

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This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process of configuring a proxy on your Android device.

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Step 1: Open Settings on Your Android Device

1. Tap on the Settings app (gear icon).

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Step 2: Go to Wi-Fi Settings

1. Scroll down and tap on Network & Internet or Wi-Fi, depending on your device.

2. Tap and hold the Wi-Fi network you are connected to.

3. Select Modify network or tap the gear (⚙) or “i” icon next to the Wi-Fi name.

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Step 3: Access Wi-Fi Settings

You will now see a list of available Wi-Fi networks.

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Step 4: Find Proxy Settings

1. Scroll down until you see Proxy settings.

2. Tap on Proxy to expand the options.

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Step 5: Whitelist Your IP Address

Before setting up a proxy, you must whitelist your current IP to avoid authentication pop-ups.

• Follow this guide: How to Whitelist my IP? to learn how to whitelist your IP.

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Step 6: Obtain Proxy Server Information

To configure the proxy, you need the Proxy IP and Port from the Geonode Dashboard.

• Follow this guide: How to Obtain Proxy Server Information

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Step 7: Choose Manual Proxy Configuration

1. Select Manual from the proxy settings.

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Step 8: Enter Proxy Details

1. Enter the Proxy IP Address and Port from the Geonode Dashboard.

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Step 10: Save and Exit

1. Scroll down and tap Save to apply the settings.

2. If your device doesn’t have a Save button , simply exit—the settings will be applied automatically.

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Step 11: Test the Proxy

1. Turn off your Wi-Fi, then turn it back on.

2. Open your phone’s browser.

3. Go to https://www.showmyip.com/.

4. Check if your IP address has changed to the proxy location.