Set up and use proxies on SwitchyOmega 3 (ZeroOmega)

Looking to set up a proxy on SwitchyOmega 3 but don't know where to enter IP address, Port, and User/Pass? In this article, VPTS provides complete instructions from installing the extension, creating a Proxy Profile, choosing protocols, to activating the proxy and verifying the IP address on Chrome.

The version used in this article is Proxy SwitchyOmega 3 (ZeroOmega). This extension is developed from SwitchyOmega 2, supports Manifest V3, and is available as an extension for Chromium browsers.

SwitchyOmega 3 in this article is the name commonly searched by users to find new versions of the SwitchyOmega proxy management extension.

Full display name on Chrome Web Store is:Proxy SwitchyOmega 3 (ZeroOmega)

ZeroOmega is a project forked from SwitchyOmega that manages and switches multiple proxy configurations on browsers. The project supports Manifest V3, offers versions for Chromium and Firefox, and is open-source on GitHub.

SwitchyOmega 3 is solely a configuration management tool. The extension does not provide proxy addresses itself, so you need to prepare your own proxies before setting it up. The ZeroOmega project also states that it operates independently and is not affiliated with any proxy provider, VPN, or ISP

When searching on Google, you might see several extensions with similar names. In this guide, make sure to pick the exact result:Proxy SwitchyOmega 3 (ZeroOmega)

According to current information on the Chrome Web Store, this extension links directly to the ZeroOmega source code and the developer declares that it does not collect or use user data.

Before setting up a proxy on SwitchyOmega 3, you need to prepare:

The example above is for illustration purposes only. Replace it with actual proxy details provided in your service dashboard.

Proxies usually come in one of the following formats:IP:PORTOr:IP:PORT:USERNAME:PASSWORD

For SwitchyOmega to work effectively, you should remove all other extensions that have control over browser proxy settings. This prevents conflicts and ensures smooth and stable web browsing.

Step 1:Go to Chrome, search for the keyword "SwitchyOmega 3", and click the first result. **

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Step 2: Click "Add to Chrome"

Step 3: After clicking "Add to Chrome", a dialog will appear; to continue installing, click the “Add extension” button

Step 4:Select Next and Done after adding the extension.

Step 5:Enter the Server IP and Port as shown in the image below and click Apply changes

Step 5:Pin it as follows:

• Click the puzzle piece icon (Extensions) in the upper right corner of Chrome browser (🔧 as marked in the image).
• Locate the Proxy SwitchyOmega 3 extension in the displayed list.
• Click the pin icon (📌) next to Proxy SwitchyOmega to pin this extension to the browser toolbar.

After doing this, the SwitchyOmega icon will appear on the toolbar, allowing you to access and switch proxies quickly with just 1 click.

Step 6: To use the proxy, you need to enable the proxy according to the instructions below.

• Click the SwitchyOmega icon on the browser toolbar (the black-and-white circle in the top right corner).
• In the menu, select the profile named "proxy". This is the profile you previously created containing the proxy IP address and port.

When selecting "proxy", your browser will start using the configured proxy IP address to access the internet.

You can return to select [Direct] or [System Proxy] if you want to turn it off or revert to default.

• Click the vertical three-dot icon in the top right corner of the browser to open the menu.
• Hover over "More tools"
• Select “Extensions” from the list that appears.
• Here, you can manage installed extensions, such as enabling/disabling SwitchyOmega, uninstalling, or editing proxy configurations if needed. This is an essential step when you want to check or modify browser extensions.

Step 7:To check if the Proxy is activated, visit the page:https://www.whatismyipaddress.com/ 

IPv4: The current IP address is shown as 160.22.107.30, proving that the proxy has been successfully activated.

IPv6: Checking, not displayed yet

ISP: The Internet Service Provider is displayed as VPTS Group Company Limited.

Location: The website identifies the IP location as Khanh Hoa, 44 Vietnam.

Thus, through detailed steps, you have successfully set up a proxy for Chrome using the SwitchyOmega extension. Configuring a proxy not only masks your real IP address and protects privacy, but also helps access geo-restricted content, making browsing safer and more versatile.

Don't forget to recheck the IP address after configuration to ensure the proxy is operating correctly. If you need further assistance,VPTSalways ready to accompany you!

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