MTProto & WEB Proxies for Telegram

What Are MTProto and WEB Proxies for Telegram?

Different technologies can be used to connect Telegram through a proxy. ProxyWing offers two options: MTProto proxies for Telegram and WEB proxies for Telegram.

MTProto Proxy and WEB Proxy do not replace each other. They use different connection methods and may behave differently on the same network. The availability of each option depends on your internet service provider, region, operating system, and Telegram app version. If one proxy type cannot connect or works inconsistently, you can try the other.

What Are MTProto and WEB Proxies for Telegram?

Different technologies can be used to connect Telegram through a proxy. ProxyWing offers two options: MTProto proxies for Telegram and WEB proxies for Telegram.

MTProto Proxy and WEB Proxy do not replace each other. They use different connection methods and may behave differently on the same network. The availability of each option depends on your internet service provider, region, operating system, and Telegram app version. If one proxy type cannot connect or works inconsistently, you can try the other.

What Is an MTProto Proxy?

An MTProto proxy for Telegram is a special proxy type designed to connect to Telegram’s infrastructure. A server address, port, and secret key are used for setup.

MTProxy routes Telegram traffic through an intermediary proxy server and uses traffic obfuscation mechanisms. This connection method is supported by Telegram’s mobile and desktop applications.

MTProto is suitable for users who need a proxy directly inside Telegram without routing traffic from other applications through it.

Learn more about MTProto technology in our article.

What Is a WEB Proxy for Telegram?

A WEB Proxy for Telegram is a new proxy connection type that routes Telegram traffic through a web transport based on HTTPS or WebSocket.

WEB Proxy support first appeared in Telegram Desktop and later began rolling out to Telegram’s mobile clients. The availability of this proxy type therefore depends on the app version and operating system you use.

WEB Proxy uses a different method of transporting traffic than a standard MTProto proxy connection. This makes it an additional way to access Telegram on networks where MTProto is unavailable or unstable.

A hostname and key provided after purchase are used to connect to a WEB Proxy.

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How Is WEB Proxy Different From an MTProto Proxy?

MTProto Proxy and WEB Proxy serve a similar purpose: they allow Telegram to connect through an intermediary proxy server. However, they use different connection methods.

	MTProto Proxy	WEB Proxy
Supported devices	Telegram mobile and desktop clients	Telegram Desktop and supported versions of mobile clients
Connection details	Server, port, secret	Hostname, key
Connection type	Specialized Telegram proxy connection	Traffic transport over HTTPS or WebSocket
When to use it	For Telegram on mobile devices or computers	As an additional option on devices and Telegram versions that support WEB Proxy

If your internet service provider or network restricts one connection method, it is worth testing the other. The result depends on the specific network and the filtering method being used.

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Benefits of MTProto and WEB Proxies for Telegram

Using a specialized proxy allows you to route the Telegram connection through it without changing how other applications on your device connect to the internet.

Key benefits include:

• fast access to Telegram through a separate proxy server;
• the ability to use MTProto on mobile devices and computers;
• an additional connection method through WEB Proxy;
• easy setup directly in Telegram;
• no need to route all internet traffic from the device through the proxy;
• the ability to switch between MTProto Proxy and WEB Proxy if one option is unavailable on your network.

Possible Limitations

The performance of any proxy depends not only on the server itself but also on the user’s network. Internet service providers and filtering systems may restrict individual IP addresses or connection methods.

Public free proxies are often used by many people, while their owners and data-handling policies may be unknown. For regular use, it is therefore worth choosing a proxy service you trust.

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MTProto and WEB Proxy Security

Telegram continues to use its own traffic protection mechanisms when connecting through a proxy. The proxy acts as an intermediary between the user’s device and Telegram’s infrastructure, but routing traffic through it does not by itself give the proxy access to the contents of private conversations.

However, a proxy server may see technical connection information, such as the user’s IP address and the fact that a connection was made. It is therefore important to use a reputable provider and avoid unknown public proxies from unverified sources.

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How to Connect an MTProto Proxy to Telegram

Setting up MTProto takes only a few steps:

1. Get your MTProto proxy details from your ProxyWing dashboard.
2. Open Telegram.
3. Go to the proxy settings.
4. Add a new connection.
5. Select MTProto.
6. Enter the server, port, and secret.
7. Save the settings and enable the proxy.

In Telegram Desktop, the connection settings are located under Advanced Settings → Connection Type.

On mobile devices, the menu location may vary depending on the operating system and Telegram version.

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How to Connect a WEB Proxy to Telegram

WEB Proxy is a separate connection type and is configured differently:

1. Make sure your Telegram version supports WEB Proxy.
2. Get the WEB proxy hostname and key from your ProxyWing dashboard.
3. Open Telegram settings.
4. Go to the proxy management or connection type section.
5. Add a new proxy.
6. Select WEB Proxy.
7. Enter the hostname and key.
8. Save the settings and activate the connection.

The location of the settings and the availability of WEB Proxy depend on your operating system and Telegram version.

Do not enter MTProto details in the WEB Proxy form or vice versa. MTProto uses a server, port, and secret, while WEB Proxy uses a hostname and key.

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Which Should You Choose: MTProto or WEB Proxy for Telegram?

The choice primarily depends on your device, Telegram version, and network.

Choose an MTProto proxy if you want to connect Telegram on a smartphone or computer through Telegram’s familiar specialized proxy option.

WEB Proxy provides an additional connection method using web transport. It is available in Telegram Desktop, and support is gradually appearing in mobile clients. Before setup, check whether WEB Proxy is available in your app version.

If MTProto works well on your network, there is no need to switch to WEB Proxy simply because a new connection option is available.

If MTProto does not connect or works inconsistently, you can try WEB Proxy. Conversely, if WEB Proxy is unavailable in your app version or on your network, you can try connecting through MTProto.

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Where to Buy MTProto and WEB Proxies for Telegram

At ProxyWing, you can buy MTProto proxies and WEB proxies for Telegram. Both are available as separate connection options, allowing you to choose the technology that suits your device, app version, and network.

After purchase, the connection details are available in your dashboard:

• for MTProto Proxy: server, port, and secret;
• for WEB Proxy: hostname and key.

This allows you to quickly add the proxy directly to Telegram’s settings and use another connection type when necessary.

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Why Use Paid Proxies for Telegram?

Free MTProto proxies and other public Telegram proxies are often published in open lists and used by many people at the same time. Their availability, load, ownership, and data-handling policies can be difficult to verify.

Paid proxies for Telegram provide controlled connection details and access to the provider’s support team if you have questions.

ProxyWing offers two ways to connect to Telegram:

• MTProto Proxy for Telegram;
• WEB Proxy for Telegram.

If one connection method does not work well on your network, you can try the other and choose the option that performs better in your specific environment.