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Proxy Settings

Learn how to configure AiBooster proxy settings, including system proxy, TUN mode, and port configuration.


Proxy Settings

This article covers how to configure various proxy options in AiBooster.

Proxy Modes

AiBooster supports multiple proxy modes:

System Proxy

System proxy is the most common mode, automatically configuring system network settings.

  1. Open AiBooster
  2. Go to SettingsProxy Settings
  3. Enable System Proxy

In system proxy mode, traffic from most applications is automatically routed through AiBooster.

TUN Mode

TUN mode creates a virtual network interface to capture all network traffic.

  1. Go to SettingsProxy Settings
  2. Enable TUN Mode
  3. Grant necessary permissions when prompted
ModeAdvantagesUse Case
System ProxyEasy setupDaily browsing
TUN ModeGlobal proxyGaming, special apps

TUN mode requires administrator/root privileges. On mobile devices, it will request VPN permission.

Port Settings

HTTP/SOCKS Proxy Port

{
  "inbounds": [
    {
      "type": "mixed",
      "listen": "127.0.0.1",
      "listen_port": 7890
    }
  ]
}
Port TypeDefault PortDescription
HTTP/SOCKS7890Mixed proxy port
HTTP7891Pure HTTP proxy
SOCKS57892Pure SOCKS5 proxy

Changing Ports

  1. Go to SettingsProxy SettingsPort Settings
  2. Modify the desired port number
  3. Click Save

Ensure the port is not occupied by other programs. Use ports in the range 1024-65535.

LAN Sharing

Allow other devices on the local network to use the proxy:

  1. Go to SettingsProxy Settings
  2. Enable Allow LAN Connections
  3. Change listen address to 0.0.0.0
{
  "inbounds": [
    {
      "type": "mixed",
      "listen": "0.0.0.0",
      "listen_port": 7890
    }
  ]
}

Other device configuration:

  • Proxy address: IP of the device running AiBooster
  • Proxy port: 7890

Bypass Settings

Bypass Specific Domains

Domains that don't need proxy can be added to the bypass list:

  1. Go to SettingsProxy SettingsBypass Rules
  2. Add domains or IPs
  3. Wildcards * are supported

Common bypass rules:

localhost
127.*
10.*
172.16.*
192.168.*
*.local

Bypass Specific Applications

Some platforms support per-app proxy settings:

  1. Go to SettingsApp Proxy
  2. Select Proxy Mode:
    • Proxy All
    • Proxy Selected Only
    • Bypass Selected Only

DNS Settings

Configure DNS Servers

{
  "dns": {
    "servers": [
      {
        "tag": "remote",
        "address": "tls://8.8.8.8",
        "detour": "proxy"
      },
      {
        "tag": "local",
        "address": "223.5.5.5",
        "detour": "direct"
      }
    ],
    "rules": [
      {
        "domain_suffix": [".cn"],
        "server": "local"
      }
    ],
    "final": "remote"
  }
}
DNSAddressDescription
Google DNS8.8.8.8Stable and reliable
Cloudflare1.1.1.1Privacy-friendly
Alibaba DNS223.5.5.5Recommended in China
Tencent DNS119.29.29.29Alternative in China

Troubleshooting

Proxy Not Working

  1. Check if proxy is enabled
  2. Verify node is functioning
  3. Try switching proxy mode
  4. Restart AiBooster

Port Already in Use

  1. Use a different port
  2. Close the program using the port
  3. Restart device and try again

LAN Devices Cannot Connect

  1. Check firewall settings
  2. Verify listen address is 0.0.0.0
  3. Ensure devices are on the same network segment

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