Auto Proxy Setup for Windows VDS (SOCKS5)
Hello. There is a VDS on Windows Server (located in Canada).
Task
Two files need to be created:
- setup.exe — installation
- start.exe — launch and check
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setup.exe (installation)
When launched on the VDS, it should:
- automatically install and configure a proxy server
- create 5–10 proxies on one IP (IP of the VDS)
Each proxy should have:
- its own port
- its own username and password
Ports should be in the range, for example, 10000–10100 (to avoid conflicts)
Example format:
165.254.125.45:12323:user1:pass1
165.254.125.45:12324:user2:pass2
Also, setup.exe should:
- open the necessary ports in Windows Firewall
- configure auto-start of the proxy after reboot (via service or Task Scheduler)
- generate a file proxies.txt with all proxies
- save the file next to the exe or on the desktop
- check that the proxies are actually working (connection test)
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start.exe (launch and control)
When launched, it should:
- check if the proxy server is running
- if not running — start it
- if already running — show status
- output the list of proxies
- update the file proxies.txt
- be able to restart proxies if necessary
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Requirements
- proxy type: SOCKS5 and HTTP
- support for multiple simultaneous connections
- stable operation without crashes
- minimal load on CPU and RAM
- everything should work without manual configuration
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Important
- everything should work on Windows VDS
- as simple as possible: just run it and it's ready
- ability to transfer files to another VDS and repeat the installation
- without using Linux and SSH
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Result for me
- I log into the VDS
- I run setup.exe
- I wait for the installation
- I receive the file proxies.txt
- I use the proxies
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If there is a more optimal implementation option — you can suggest it
The main thing is simplicity, stability, and minimal latency
Client's review of cooperation with Heorhii Zhukov
Auto Proxy Setup for Windows VDS (SOCKS5)I completed the project in one day, everything works super fast.
Freelancer's review of cooperation with Vlad Y.
Auto Proxy Setup for Windows VDS (SOCKS5)Everything went well. There were no problems.
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Hello! I understood your task. It is necessary to develop two executable files for the automatic configuration and launch of a SOCKS5 and HTTP proxy server on Windows VDS. The main difficulty here is to implement stable operation of the proxy server and ensure its automatic start, as well as correct functionality checks.
In terms of implementation, we will create a setup.exe file that will install the proxy server, generate the necessary credentials, and open ports in the firewall. We will start by configuring the proxy on the IP of your VDS and create a proxies.txt file with the credentials. The second file, start.exe, will be responsible for starting the server, checking its status, and updating the list of proxies.
There are some points that need clarification: 1) is there a preference for the libraries used to configure the proxy? 2) is it necessary to create separate services for each proxy or is one sufficient? 3) how do you plan to test the functionality of the proxy?
Considering the required functionality and security, the cost of development will be 7000 UAH, and the completion time is 2 days. Let's discuss the details and, if necessary, adjust the execution plan.
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Hello, I worked on a proxy server automation system for Windows VDS with support for SOCKS5/HTTP protocols, created 15+ proxies on one IP with authentication and achieved 99.8% uptime.
Why did you choose Windows VDS for this project instead of a Linux solution? Is it related to the specifics of your infrastructure or are there other reasons?
I suggest we get in touch, I will provide you with free technical consultation and we will create a development plan + I will tell you about my team! ✨
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3390 24 0 Good day, I have worked with you, I am ready to implement this task.
Budget - 2500 UAH
Deadline - 2-3 days
Write to me.
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1822 10 0 Good day, I have experience working with Python as well as Telegram bots, I can complete everything quickly and efficiently, write to discuss the details.
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6589 28 0 I will create two exe files in Python (compiled through PyInstaller) using 3proxy or Dante-port for Windows. setup.exe will install 3proxy as a service, create 5–10 users with ports 10000–10009, write Firewall rules through netsh, check the connection, and save proxies.txt. start.exe will check the service status, restart if necessary, and update the file.
How many proxies are needed by default — 5 or 10, and is a GUI required or is console output sufficient?
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96760 1276 1 10 Hello. I am ready to implement code in Python. Please contact me. I will be happy to collaborate.
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2930 8 0 1 I will implement it in Python (native software for Windows) using 3proxy — this is a lightweight and maximally stable solution for Windows Server. I will write an automation script that will configure firewall rules through PowerShell, create a user, and set up instances for SOCKS5 and HTTP on different ports.
I have experience in automating account farms and managing proxies through Google Sheets, so I will make the system fault-tolerant: setup.exe will package all dependencies so that the installation can be done in one click without additional library installations. Start.exe will be implemented as a service controller that checks the status of ports in real time.
On which port (HTTP or SOCKS5) do you plan to have the main load, or do you need a universal configuration for both protocols?
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764 5 1 Hello, Vladislav. The task is clear — Python + PyInstaller + 3proxy. setup.exe: installs 3proxy, generates a config for 5–10 SOCKS5/HTTP on ports 10000–10100, opens Firewall through netsh, adds to Task Scheduler through schtasks, outputs proxies.txt in the format ip:port:user:pass. start.exe: reads proxies.txt, starts/monitors the service, logs crashes and restarts.
A few clarifications:
Is proxy authorization needed (user:pass) or without authorization?
Windows Server 2019 or 2022?
3,000 UAH / 3 days. Please write.
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716 4 0 It is important to clarify right away: the task requires careful assembly from several components (proxy server, Windows service management, configuration generation, and packaging into exe). This is not "one script," but a well-thought-out solution where stability and automation are critical. With the right architecture, everything will work in a "set it and forget it" format, without manual actions.
Why I am the best fit for the task:
I approach such tasks not as a one-time assembly, but as the creation of a stable product. This means that the solution will not just run, but will correctly handle reboots, errors, and load. I take into account the real working conditions of VDS: Windows Server limitations, Firewall specifics, service behavior, and system load. As a result, you get not a set of hacks, but a clean, reproducible system that can be transferred to another server in minutes. I proactively include proxy checks, failure handling, and automatic recovery, so you won’t have to intervene manually. I also emphasize the simplicity of the interface: setup.exe and start.exe will be as clear as possible even without technical experience. Additionally, I optimize the proxy configuration for minimal latency and stable operation under multiple connections. In the end, you save time, avoid unstable solutions, and receive a ready tool that performs the task without unnecessary actions.
Implementation plan:
- Analyze requirements and choose the optimal proxy engine for Windows
- Develop a configurator for generating 5-10 proxies with unique ports and authentication
- Automatic configuration of port range and conflict exclusion
… - Implement port opening through Windows Firewall
- Set up auto-start through a service or Task Scheduler
- Create setup.exe with full installation automation and functionality check
- Generate proxies.txt with up-to-date data
- Develop start.exe for monitoring status, restarting, and updating the list
- Implement a mechanism for checking proxy availability (connection test)
- Optimize resource consumption and stability of operation
- Final testing on a clean VDS and preparation for transfer.
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9026 32 0 Ready to implement the task by creating reliable setup.exe and start.exe in Python, which automate the configuration of SOCKS5/HTTP proxies on VDS, include them in autostart, manage their operation, and generate the necessary files. This approach guarantees simplicity, stability, and minimal delay.
Write to me, we will discuss everything in detail, and I can immediately start working.
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166 1 0 Good evening, I have experience working with proxies, the amount of work is small, I will manage in the shortest time.
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192 This is a great task. Technically, it is fully implemented based on 3proxy (the lightest and most stable proxy server for Windows).
We are ready to take this project into work. Here’s how we will implement it to ensure you receive the most professional and secure result:
Our technical proposal
We will develop two modules in Python, which will be compiled into independent .exe files.
1. Module Setup.exe
The program will operate according to the following algorithm:
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Autonomy: All necessary components (3proxy binary files) will be embedded inside the .exe and will unpack into a temporary directory or C:\tools\proxy.
Configuration: Automatic generation of 3proxy.cfg with support for HTTP and SOCKS5 on different ports.
Security:
Generation of unique logins/passwords for each port.
Automatic addition of rules in Windows Firewall via netsh.
Windows Service: Registration of the proxy server as a Windows system service. This guarantees that the proxy will start automatically after rebooting the VDS even before you log in.
Reporting: Creation of proxies.txt in a format convenient for you (IP:PORT:USER:PASS) on the desktop.
2. Module Start.exe (Control Panel)
Monitoring: Checking the status of the service (Running/Stopped).
Management: Buttons "Restart", "Stop", "Remove service".
Informative: Output of the list of active proxies directly to the console or application window.
Why do we recommend this approach?
Minimalism: 3proxy practically does not consume VDS resources (unlike heavy solutions on Java or .NET).
Stability: 3proxy is a time-tested industrial standard for proxies.
Simplicity: You do not need to install Python, libraries, or configure the environment. You receive ready-made "binaries".
What do we need to get started?
Port range: You specified 10000–10100. We will fix it or make it configurable.
Number of proxies: Should we make exactly 10 (5 for each protocol) or allow selection during installation?
OS: Confirm that this is Windows Server (2019, 2022, or newer).
We are ready to provide the first working version (Beta) for testing on your VDS in the shortest possible time.
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231 Are we understanding correctly: how many proxies need to be created (5 or 10), what is the desired range of ports, and should each proxy be available both as HTTP and SOCKS5 with the same login/password? Will you provide the passwords/logins or should they be generated automatically?
We will create setup.exe and start.exe for Windows Server without manual steps. We will use lightweight 3proxy (HTTP+SOCKS5) and Python automation packaged into an exe. Setup: installation and running as a service, opening ports in Windows Firewall, creating 5–10 proxies on one IP with separate accounts, checking the connection, generating proxies.txt. Start: checking status, auto-start/restart, outputting the list and updating proxies.txt. It works after rebooting, with minimal load.
We are ready to start today. Please write to agree on the number of proxies and ports — we will provide a quick demo run on your VDS.
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