Setting up a proxy in WinGate

WinGate is a PC program that acts as a network router, allowing all computers on a network to use a single connection. It supports proxies, NAT, and LSP technologies, and includes a firewall for network protection against attacks. With WinGate, you can manage Internet access, monitor network traffic, and more.

Setting up a proxy in WinGate enhances security by routing all traffic through an additional server. This enables anonymous network access for all connected computers, bypassing geo-blocking and accessing previously unavailable web services.

Step-by-step proxy setup in WinGate

Download the WinGate software from the official website and follow the installation instructions. Follow these steps to set up a proxy in WinGate:

1. Open the WinGate interface and navigate to the “Services” tab in the main menu.

   

2. Locate the “WWW Proxy Server” line and click on it to open the configuration window.

   

3. In the “General” tab, enter a name for the proxy connection.

   

4. Go to the “Bindings” tab and remove existing connections in the “Binding Policy” category. Apply the new settings by clicking on “Apply”.

   

5. In the “Bindings” tab, click on the “Add” button.

   

6. Select “Any External Adapter” and click “OK”.

   

7. Switch to the “Web Server” tab. Click on the existing configuration and then click “Edit” to set your settings.

   

8. In the new window, select “Reverse proxy” from the “Action” drop-down menu.

   

9. Enter the proxy IP address and port in the designated fields. Use private proxies with IP-address authorization, as there are no fields for entering username and password. That’s it. Click “OK” to confirm your settings.

   

By following these steps, you can configure proxies in WinGate for safe online browsing, accessing previously restricted sites, and bypassing geo-blocking.