I am thinking about using SOCK5 or htttp CONNECT proxy from rethink dns firewall app as i am not running any other vpns is it safe does it have any downside or upside ? Like is it privacy based and secure meaning that i am not inbiting an extra set of eyes to my internet using ?
Those proxies aren’t encrypted in any way, even if it’s one with user/pass authentication access. They’ll obfuscate your IP from other users, such as torrenters, but there’s a risk your ISP will still see unencrypted headers between you and the proxy.