Proxy Protocols — Which One to Use
Every modem in your XProxy box can be used in five ways: HTTP, SOCKS5, VLESS, WireGuard and OpenVPN. They all leave the internet through the same mobile IP — what changes is how your device talks to the box. This page helps you pick the right one in 30 seconds.
Which protocol should I use?
What do you want to connect?
The five protocols side by side
| Protocol | Port of modem #1 | How you log in | Encrypted | Best for | Licence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTTP | 4001 (TCP) | Username/password or IP whitelist | No* | Browsers, anti-detect profiles, scrapers | All plans |
| SOCKS5 | 4001 with Auto Port, otherwise 5001 (TCP) | Username/password or IP whitelist | No* | Bots, desktop tools, anything TCP | All plans |
| VLESS (REALITY) | 10001 (TCP) | UUID inside the link / QR code | Yes | Phones, private traffic, strict networks | Premium, Business |
| WireGuard | 8001 (UDP) | Key file per device | Yes | Whole device, games, fastest VPN | Basic, Premium, Business |
| OpenVPN | 9001 (UDP) | Certificate file (+ optional password) | Yes | Devices or networks that only allow OpenVPN | Basic, Premium, Business |
* HTTP and SOCKS5 do not add their own encryption, but HTTPS websites are still encrypted end-to-end inside the proxy. Use a password or IP whitelist whenever the proxy is reachable from the internet.
How ports are numbered
Each modem gets its own port for every protocol. Modem #1 uses the numbers below, modem #2 adds 1 (4002, 10002, 8002 …), and so on. The base is the Starting Port (4000 by default) in Proxy Management → Proxy Settings.
| Service | Port of modem #N | Example, modem #3 |
|---|---|---|
| HTTP (and SOCKS5 on the same port when Auto Port is on) | 4000 + N | 4003 |
| SOCKS5 on its own port (Auto Port off) | 5000 + N | 5003 |
| IPv6 proxy (when your SIM has IPv6) | 6000 + N (SOCKS5 on 7000 + N when Auto Port is off) | 6003 |
| VLESS (IPv4 / IPv6) | 10000 + N / 11000 + N | 10003 / 11003 |
| WireGuard (UDP) | 8000 + N | 8003 |
| OpenVPN (UDP) | 9000 + N | 9003 |
The table above assumes the default Starting Port of 4000. WireGuard and OpenVPN have their own start values in VPN Service → VPN Settings.
Using it at home vs. from anywhere
- Same network as the box — connect to the box's local IP (for example
192.168.1.10:4001). Nothing else to set up. - From anywhere, easiest — turn on VPS Forwarding. Every port is published on your VPS, so customers connect to the VPS IP. No router changes, works behind CGNAT.
- From anywhere, through your router — forward the ports on your router (NAT Forwarding guide) and use your public IP or a DDNS name. Remember: HTTP/SOCKS5/VLESS are TCP ports, WireGuard/OpenVPN are UDP ports.
