Every Proxy Not Working With VPN: 8 Fixes That Actually Work

Every Proxy not working with VPN can shut down your connection fast. You turn on the VPN for privacy, start Every Proxy to share the tunnel, and your second device shows no traffic. This usually happens because of Android’s VPN rules, how Every Proxy bridges traffic, or a simple settings mix-up.

This guide explains the real causes and shows you how to fix the problem on Android, WireGuard, and other setups.

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Steps to Fix Every Proxy Not Working With VPN

1) Install and Enable Every Proxy Network Bridge

1. Install the Every Proxy Network Bridge companion app from Google Play.
2. Open Every Proxy and enable Bridge mode for HTTP, HTTPS, and SOCKS if available.
3. Open your VPN app and include the Bridge in the tunnel. Do not exclude it by mistake.
4. Restart your phone, then test the proxy from your second device.

2) Set Your VPN to System-Wide or Include the Right Apps

1. Switch the VPN from per-app mode to system-wide mode if your client supports it.
2. Open the VPN app list and include Every Proxy and the Network Bridge.
3. Using WireGuard? Check inclusion and exclusion rules so you do not cut proxy traffic.
4. If basics still fail, review common fixes in this guide on how to fix a proxy not working.

3) Turn Off Battery Optimizations

1. Go to Settings > Apps > Every Proxy and Network Bridge > Battery.
2. Allow background activity for both apps.
3. Disable aggressive power saving or “app sleep” for these apps.

4) Reconfigure After Network or IP Changes

1. Each time you change Wi-Fi, mobile data, or VPN server, note your new local IP.
2. Update the proxy settings on your laptop or tablet with the correct IP and port.
3. Reconnect and test a simple site to confirm traffic flows.

5) Switch to SOCKS5 When HTTP/HTTPS Fails

1. In Every Proxy, select SOCKS4 or SOCKS5 instead of HTTP or HTTPS.
2. On the second device, set the proxy type to match and reenter the port and IP.
3. Retry the connection and watch the bytes sent and received counters.

6) Try Different VPN Protocols

1. In your VPN app, test OpenVPN, IKEv2, or WireGuard.
2. Switch between UDP and TCP where possible.
3. Keep the protocol that gives stable proxy routing without drops.

7) Fix App and Service Errors Quickly

1. Restart Every Proxy and the Network Bridge if the counters stay at zero.
2. Clear app cache for both and reboot the phone.
3. If Android throws service errors, follow the steps in how to fix a proxy not attached to service.

8) Try Another VPN Provider

1. Some VPNs block proxy forwarding or break per-app routing on Android.
2. Test with another provider to rule out client-side limits.
3. Consider CyberGhost VPN since it offers flexible protocols and reliable Android support that pair well with Every Proxy.

Conclusion

Most failures come from Android’s per-app VPN rules, missing the Network Bridge, strict battery controls, or a protocol mismatch. Install the bridge, include the right apps in the VPN, turn off power limits, switch to SOCKS5 when needed, and test alternate protocols until traffic flows. If your current VPN keeps blocking the setup, switch providers and retest. For a broader perspective on the trade-offs, see this comparison of VPN vs proxy.

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