"Nearly half the world’s internet users face some form of geo-restriction every day." Imagine being cut off from Viber — your primary way to chat, call, and share — simply because of where you live or network rules. Frustrating, right?
The good news is you don’t have to accept that. Using a proxy is a smart, straightforward way to break through those digital walls and stay connected. We’ll walk you through three effective methods to set up a proxy with Viber, so you never miss a message — no matter where you are.
Method 1: Leveraging Viber Proxy on Chrome (Desktop)
This is the simplest way if you use Viber on your desktop via Chrome.
Step 1: Click the three-dot menu in Chrome (top right), select Extensions, then open your proxy extension. Log in using your proxy credentials or Google.
Step 2: Choose a proxy from your list, then hit Connect. Open Viber in your browser. You’re now browsing through a proxy, unblocked and ready to go.
Method 2: Configuring Viber Proxy on Android
For Android users, the setup runs through your Windows device:
Search Proxy Settings on Windows and open it.
Scroll to Manual Proxy Setup and toggle Use a proxy server ON.
Enter your proxy details: address, port, username, and password.
Click Save — and your Windows device routes your Viber traffic through the proxy.
Method 3: Leveraging Viber Proxy on iPhone (iOS)
iPhone users, this one’s for you.
Connect to a secure WiFi network (avoid public hotspots).
Go to Settings > WiFi, tap your network, then tap Configure Proxy.
Select Manual, then enter your proxy info (address, port, username, password).
Save it — now your iPhone’s Viber traffic flows through your proxy.
How to Verify Your Proxy Setup
Make sure it’s working by visiting WhatIsMyIPAddress. If the IP displayed matches your proxy, your connection is set up correctly.
Steps to Turn Off Viber Proxy
When you want to disconnect:
Chrome: Hit Disconnect on the proxy extension.
Windows: Toggle off Use a proxy server in Proxy Settings.
iOS: Change your WiFi’s proxy configuration to Off.
Conclusion
Viber keeps us connected. But when access gets blocked, frustration builds. Using a proxy isn’t just a workaround — it’s your key to staying connected anytime, anywhere.
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