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# Proxy Settings Tab

![](/flow/images/general-setup-proxy-setting-.jpg)

### Fields

| Field Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Use a proxy for Internet connections | Select to enable a default proxy server for all HTTP Internet connections made by Flow |
| Host | The computer name or IP address of the proxy server |
| Port | The port that proxy server is listening on. By default most proxy servers listen on port 8080 |
| Authorization Type | The authorization method to use when connecting to the remote HTTP service |
| User Name | A user name to authenticate to the proxy server. Can be left blank. |
| Password | A password for the above user |
| Domain | The domain that the user belongs to. This can be left blank |