By using your SOCKS5 proxy as a VPN, you can secure your internet traffic and connect to the internet through different IP addresses. We will use the SocksToVPN tool for this process. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to set it up.

1. Download SocksToVPN

First, you need to download the SocksToVPN application from GitHub. Select the version that matches your operating system and CPU architecture from the following link:

SocksToVPN GitHub Releases

Download and extract the appropriate file for your system.

2. Run the Application

After downloading, launch SocksToVPN. Use the following command in the terminal or command prompt:

./SocksToVPN

For Windows users, simply run the SocksToVPN.exe file.

3. Enter Your Proxy Information

SocksToVPN will prompt you to enter your SOCKS5 proxy credentials in the following format:

ip:port:user:pass

Example:

192.168.1.100:1080:myuser:mypassword

Once you enter this information, SocksToVPN will automatically establish the connection.

4. Establishing the Connection

SocksToVPN will automatically download and configure additional components like tun2socks and Wintun as needed, depending on your system requirements. It will then route your internet traffic through the SOCKS5 proxy.

5. Test Your Connection

To verify that your connection is working, use the following command:

curl ifconfig.me

This command will display your external IP address. If you are successfully connected through the SOCKS5 proxy, your IP address should match that of the proxy server.

Conclusion

You can now use your SOCKS5 proxy as a VPN to securely route your internet traffic. SocksToVPN simplifies the process by managing necessary modules automatically. For more details, visit the SocksToVPN GitHub page.