Android Proxy Server

Turn one device into a secure multi protocol proxy hub

Android Proxy Server is a niche yet powerful tool aimed at users who want to turn their phone or tablet into a fully fledged proxy gateway. Rather than being a simple VPN client, it lets you *provide* proxy services to other devices on your hotspot or local network.

The highlight is protocol versatility. The app supports HTTP/HTTPS, SOCKS5, and Shadowsocks, alongside a TCP relay function. This means you can share connections from other privacy tools, such as Tor (via Orbot), or route traffic from laptops, tablets, and even smart TVs through the Android device’s network connection. It’s especially handy if you have a VPN running on your phone and want every device around you to benefit from that encrypted tunnel.

Security is treated seriously, with authentication available for all supported proxy types. This is crucial if you’re exposing a proxy within a shared network and don’t want just anyone hopping on.

In terms of usability, the interface leans more toward power users than casual ones. Options are clearly labeled, but understanding what to enable and how to configure clients on other devices does require some basic networking knowledge. Advanced features like sharing cellular data over Wi‑Fi via the Network Share Tunnel plug‑in and the “Force plug-in to use mobile network (Beta)” option are powerful, but they introduce extra complexity and potential trial‑and‑error.

Performance is generally solid, and not needing root access is a major plus. Combined with packet capture apps, it can even be used to intercept and debug network traffic from other devices—great for developers and testers.

Overall, Android Proxy Server is an excellent utility for tech-savvy users who need flexible, on-the-go proxy infrastructure, though beginners may find the learning curve a bit steep.