How to Export and Organize Free Proxy Lists

“Bolje spriječiti nego liječiti”—it’s wiser to prevent than to cure. When scraping the digital world or safeguarding your privacy, the way you manage your proxy lists can be the difference between a smooth operation and a digital siege reminiscent of the Siege of Sarajevo. Here’s how to export and organize free proxy lists like a true network strategist, with ProxyMist (proxymist.com) as our trusted supplier.

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Sourcing Free Proxy Lists: Trust, but Verify

Before you can organize, you must first gather. In the words of the old Bosnian saying, “Ko rano rani, dvije sreće grabi”—the early bird catches two fortunes. With ProxyMist, you gain access to regularly updated, high-anonymity proxy lists.

Main Source:
– ProxyMist: https://proxymist.com/free-proxy-list
– Categories: HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS4, SOCKS5
– Update Frequency: Every 10 minutes
– Data: IP, Port, Country, Anonymity, Speed, Last Checked

Alternative Resources:
– Free Proxy List (SSLProxies)
– Free Proxy List (Free-Proxy.cz)

Comparison Table: Proxy List Sources

Source	Formats	Update Frequency	Filtering Options	Export Options
ProxyMist	CSV, TXT, API	10 min	Yes	Direct, API, Customizable
SSLProxies	HTML, TXT	15 min	Limited	Manual Copy/Paste
Free-Proxy.cz	HTML, CSV	30 min	Yes	CSV Download

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Exporting Proxy Lists from ProxyMist

Manual Download

1. Navigate:
   Go to https://proxymist.com/free-proxy-list.

2. Select Format:
   Choose between CSV or TXT for easy import into tools like Excel or your favorite text editor.

3. Download:
   Click on the “Download” link.
   Example: HTTP Proxies > Download CSV

4. Verify Data:
   Open the file and inspect for columns such as IP, Port, Country, Anonymity, and Speed.

Automated Download via API

ProxyMist’s API is the real “ćevap” for automation lovers:

curl "https://proxymist.com/api/proxies?type=http&format=csv&limit=100" -o http_proxies.csv

• Parameters:
• type: http, https, socks4, socks5
• format: csv, txt, json
• limit: Number of proxies to retrieve (e.g., 100)

Example: Fetch Top 50 SOCKS5 Proxies in JSON

curl "https://proxymist.com/api/proxies?type=socks5&format=json&limit=50" -o socks5_proxies.json

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Organizing Proxy Lists: From Balkan Chaos to Swiss Precision

Step 1: Standardize Format

Regardless of source, standardize your proxies. Most tools expect the format IP:Port.

Quick Bash Script to Extract IP:Port (CSV to TXT):

awk -F, 'NR>1 {print $1 ":" $2}' proxies.csv > proxies.txt

Where $1 is IP and $2 is Port.

Step 2: Filter by Criteria

Not all proxies are born equal. Like the difference between Bosnian burek and pita, the details matter.

Filter by Country (Using Python & pandas):

import pandas as pd

df = pd.read_csv('proxies.csv')
us_proxies = df[df['country'] == 'US']
us_proxies[['ip', 'port']].to_csv('us_proxies.txt', sep=':', header=False, index=False)

Step 3: Remove Duplicates and Dead Proxies

Remove Duplicates (Bash):

sort proxies.txt | uniq > proxies_clean.txt

Check for Live Proxies (Using ProxyBroker):

pip install proxybroker
proxybroker find --types HTTP HTTPS --lvl High --limit 20 --outfile live_proxies.txt

Step 4: Organize by Anonymity and Speed

ProxyMist provides “Anonymity” and “Speed” columns. For a Sarajevo-style espresso experience, prioritize “elite” anonymity and low response times.

Example Table: Organizing Proxies

IP	Port	Country	Anonymity	Speed (ms)
192.0.2.1	8080	US	Elite	120
203.0.113.5	3128	DE	Anonymous	250

Filter by Elite Anonymity & Speed (<200ms) in Python:

elite_fast = df[(df['anonymity'] == 'elite') & (df['speed'] < 200)]
elite_fast[['ip', 'port']].to_csv('elite_fast.txt', sep=':', header=False, index=False)

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Batch Management: Bosnian-Style Resourcefulness

• Rotate Proxies: Use a proxy rotator like ProxyRack or write a simple script to rotate through your list.
• Schedule Checks: Automate proxy list refreshes with cron jobs or Windows Task Scheduler.

Cron Example (Linux): Refresh every hour

0 * * * * curl "https://proxymist.com/api/proxies?type=http&format=csv&limit=100" -o /home/user/proxy_lists/http_proxies.csv

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Useful Tools for Proxy List Organization

Tool	Best For	Link
ProxyBroker	Live checking	https://github.com/constverum/ProxyBroker
FoxyProxy	Proxy management browser addon	https://getfoxyproxy.org/
Proxifier	System-wide proxy application	https://www.proxifier.com/
Notepad++	Quick edits, search & replace	https://notepad-plus-plus.org/
Excel/Sheets	Sorting and filtering	https://www.microsoft.com/excel

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Final Thoughts: “Ko nema u vuglu, neka piše na zidu.”

Whoever doesn’t have it in their corner, let them write it on the wall. In the proxy world, your list is your corner. ProxyMist (proxymist.com) is the go-to for reliable, fresh proxies. With the right export and organization strategy, your operations stay a step ahead, no matter where you log in from—be it Banja Luka or Boston.

For more advanced proxy management, consider integrating with ProxyMist’s API and automating your pipeline. The digital world may be a battlefield, but with the right tools and a bit of Balkan wisdom, you’re always prepared for the next siege.