Proxyman

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Country: Singapore (SG)
Founded: 2019
Developer: ProxymanApp (based in Singapore)
Pricing: Freemium
Open source: No
Platforms: macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

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API Testing

Overview

Proxyman is a native HTTP debugging proxy that captures, inspects, and modifies HTTP/HTTPS traffic between applications and servers, acting as a man-in-the-middle. It supports traffic from macOS apps, iOS devices/simulators, Android devices, and web browsers. Developers and testers use it for API testing, network debugging, data mocking, and penetration testing.¹²³⁵

Key Features

HTTP/HTTPS Inspection - View requests and responses in plain text with syntax highlighting and JSON/tree views.
SSL Proxying - Decrypt and proxy HTTPS traffic from iOS, Android, and other devices.
Breakpoint Editing - Intercept and modify requests/responses including headers, body, and HTTP method.
Content Filtering - Filter traffic by domain, request type, or content.
Export/Import - Export requests/responses for sharing or analysis.
Multiple Layouts - Horizontal/vertical layouts and multiple tabs for organization.
iOS Native App - Capture traffic directly on iPhone/iPad via local VPN without Mac.
Map Local - Map requests to local files for mocking responses.

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	$0	Basic inspection, proxying, and export features with limitations.
Pro	$49.99/year	Unlimited breakpoints, advanced mocking, iOS app integration, and priority support.

Platforms & Requirements

Native apps for macOS (Ventura/Sonoma, Apple Silicon M1-M4), Windows, Linux, iOS/iPadOS (via App Store with VPN), and Android support via proxy setup. iOS version uses local VPN for direct capture; macOS offers one-click setup. No web version; requires device trust for certificates on mobile.³⁵⁶⁷

Integrations & Ecosystem

iOS Simulator
Android Devices
Web Browsers
Proxyman iOS App
HAR Export
cURL Export
Map Local Files

Alternatives

App	Difference
Charles Proxy	Longer-established macOS-focused proxy with broader protocol support but less native Apple Silicon optimization.
mitmproxy	Open-source, command-line tool with scripting; lacks native GUI and iOS app.
Fiddler	Windows-centric with strong .NET integration; less optimized for macOS and mobile.
Postman	API client with mocking; lacks real-time traffic capture and man-in-the-middle proxying.

Reputation

Proxyman is praised for its native macOS performance, ease of iOS/Android setup, and modern UI, especially on Apple Silicon.⁵⁹ Users highlight quick SSL proxying and breakpoint features for debugging mobile apps.²⁴ Some note it's primarily macOS-optimized with freemium limits on advanced tools.³

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