Proxysite is one of the oldest free web proxies on the internet — people have been pasting URLs into it for years to reach sites their network blocks. But a lot of users keep searching for Proxysite alternatives, usually for the same three reasons: speed during peak hours, ads that break video playback, or a UI that hasn't changed in over a decade.
Unblock Web is one of those alternatives. It's a browser-based proxy site: you paste the URL, it loads the page through our gateway, and you browse it without installing anything on the device you're on — which matters on school Chromebooks and work laptops where you can't install software in the first place.
What Is Proxysite?
Proxysite (proxysite.com) is a long-running free web proxy. You type a blocked URL into its box and it opens that page through its servers, so the site sees their connection rather than yours. It's also known for being able to stream some video content that smaller proxies can't, and it offers a paid tier for extra speed. Nothing about it requires an account — it runs entirely in the browser.
That model — a public website that opens other websites on your behalf — is the same model Unblock Web uses. The difference is packaging: Unblock Web focuses on a cleaner interface, HTTPS-encrypted sessions, and a safer browsing experience on mobile, where most unblocking happens.
Why Do People Look for a Proxysite Alternative?
- Peak-hour slowness. Free proxy servers are shared bandwidth. At the hours school or office Wi-Fi is busiest, even long-running services get heavy. Users search for an alternative when a site that loaded fine yesterday sits at a loading spinner today.
- Video quality limits. Free tiers of most proxy sites cap video at low resolutions. People who stream through a proxy end up comparing which one holds the highest quality before it stutters.
- Ads and layout clutter. Decade-old interfaces carry ad overlays that sit on top of the proxied page, which is annoying for reading and sometimes breaks click targets.
- Something simpler for mobile. Proxysite's desktop-first layout can be awkward on a phone. A proxy site designed for mobile browsing is a common reason to switch.
How Unblock Web Works as a Proxy Site
Same idea, different execution. Three steps, no software:
1. Paste the link
Copy the URL of the blocked or restricted site and drop it in the input box at the top of the page.
2. Choose a mode
Standard mode loads the page through our gateway. We block login/password forms and sensitive interactive elements, so the session stays clean — the same rule our privacy page explains.
3. Browse
The page loads inside the browser tab. No extension, no app update, no install permission on a locked-down device. When you're done, close the tab.
If the site you want isn't available through the gateway, you can submit it through the Request a Domain page.
Proxysite vs. Unblock Web — Side by Side
| Proxysite | Unblock Web | |
|---|---|---|
| Install anything? | No, browser-based | No, browser-based |
| Account required | No | No |
| HTTPS sessions | Yes | Yes, encrypted gateway |
| Mobile experience | Usable but desktop-first | Designed for phone browsers |
| Login-form handling | Loads the page as-is | Blocks password fields by design |
| Interface age | Been up for ~20 years | New, active development |
We're not bad-mouthing Proxysite — it's the reference point for what a free proxysite should do, and it's still a fine tool. The comparison above is for people who've outgrown it and want something faster on mobile.
Is a Free Proxy Site Safe to Use?
For ordinary browsing, yes. Two rules apply to every proxy, Proxysite included: don't log into banking, email, or anything with saved credentials through it, and remember the proxy operator can technically see that traffic is passing through. Unblock Web's answer to the second point is the login-form block above — sensitive flows just don't happen inside the gateway. Details are on our privacy page.
FAQ
Is Unblock Web a direct replacement for Proxysite?
For unblocking public pages and reading articles — yes, same workflow: paste the
URL, browse. If you need a specific proxied site that isn't in our gateway yet,
request the domain and it gets reviewed.
Do I need an account or app?
No. Everything runs in the browser, on any device, including phones and
locked-down Chromebooks.
Is it free?
Yes. No signup, no payment, no trial period to chase.
What about video streaming?
Many video pages load fine through a proxy at standard resolutions. Quality caps
vary by source and bandwidth — see our CroxyProxy guide
(croxyproxy review) for a detailed breakdown of how
proxies handle YouTube and Twitch, which applies to most proxied streaming.
Is a web proxy the same as a VPN?
No. A proxy site routes one browser tab. A VPN protects the whole device and all
traffic. For unblocking a specific page, a proxysite is the lighter tool; for
general privacy, a VPN is the stronger one.