Setting Up Proxy Using WinHTTP in Windows
January 11, 2026
Summary
WinHTTP (Windows HTTP Services) allows you to configure proxy settings for applications that use the WinHTTP API. This is useful when you need to route HTTP traffic through a proxy server. Here’s a simple guide on how to manage proxy settings using the netsh winhttp command.
1. Check Current Proxy Settings
To view your current WinHTTP proxy configuration, use:
netsh winhttp show proxy
2. Set Proxy Server
To configure a proxy server, use the following syntax: