Learning how to use BlockAway takes about two minutes from start to first browsing session. The service is intentionally simple — no software to install, no account to create, and no settings to configure before you begin. However, knowing a few key steps and options will help you get significantly better results, particularly when dealing with stubborn blocks or slow connections. This guide walks you through everything clearly.
What You Need Before You Start
BlockAway requires nothing special on your end. Any modern browser on any device is sufficient — that includes Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and mobile browsers like Chrome for Android or Safari for iOS. Additionally, you do not need a premium account to access the core proxy functionality. The free version works immediately.
Step-by-Step: How to Use BlockAway
Step 1: Open BlockAway in your browser
Open a new browser tab and navigate to blockaway.net. You will land on the homepage, which features a clean interface with a central URL input field. There is no login prompt and no pop-up requiring registration. The tool is ready to use immediately upon landing.
Step 2: Enter the URL you want to visit
Click inside the URL input field and type or paste the full web address of the site you want to access. Always include the full address — for example, https://www.youtube.com rather than just youtube.com. Including the full URL reduces the chance of the proxy returning an error or loading the wrong page.
Step 3: Select a server location (if needed)
BlockAway offers multiple server locations. If the website you are trying to access is restricted in your country — for example, a streaming service that only broadcasts in the US — select a US server from the dropdown. Consequently, the target website will see a request coming from that country and should serve the appropriate content.
If you are simply bypassing a school or workplace block rather than a geo-restriction, any available server location will work. In that case, choose the geographically closest option for the fastest connection.
Step 4: Click Browse or Go
Press the Browse button (or hit Enter). BlockAway will now route your request through its proxy servers and load the target website in your browser. The page will appear normally in most cases, though some styling or embedded elements may load slightly differently compared to a direct connection.
Step 5: Browse the proxied site
Once the page loads, you can navigate the site as usual. Links within the same domain will continue to route through the proxy automatically. However, if you click a link that takes you to a completely different domain, that new site may load outside the proxy. Therefore, re-enter any new URL directly into BlockAway’s input field if you need it proxied as well.
How to Use BlockAway on Mobile
The mobile experience on BlockAway is functionally identical to the desktop version. Open your phone’s browser — Chrome on Android or Safari on iOS both work well — and visit blockaway.net. The site is mobile-responsive, so the interface scales correctly to your screen size.
One practical tip for mobile users: if the page you are trying to access has a heavy desktop layout that loads slowly through the proxy, try appending ?m=1 or visiting the mobile subdomain of that site (e.g., m.sitename.com) for faster rendering. Furthermore, avoid using BlockAway for video streaming on mobile data connections — the additional routing adds latency that compounds with mobile network variability.
Choosing the Right Server Location
Server selection is the most impactful setting available to free-tier users. Here is a practical guide to choosing correctly:
| Your Goal | Best Server Choice |
|---|---|
| Bypass school or work block | Any server — pick the geographically closest for speed |
| Access US-only content | US server |
| Access UK-only content | UK server (premium feature) |
| Maximum anonymity | Server furthest from your location |
| Fastest possible connection | Server closest to your location |
What to Do When a Site Still Won’t Load
Some websites actively detect and block proxy connections. If a site fails to load correctly through BlockAway, try these steps in order before giving up.
- Switch server location — Try a different country. Some sites block specific IP ranges but not others
- Clear browser cache and cookies — Cached data from a previous direct visit can interfere with the proxied session
- Open an incognito/private window — This prevents browser extensions or stored cookies from conflicting with the proxy
- Disable browser extensions — Ad blockers and security extensions sometimes interfere with how proxied pages render
- Try the mobile version of the target site — Simpler pages route more reliably through a proxy
- Use BlockAway’s premium tier — Access to more server locations and faster infrastructure often resolves persistent issues
If none of these steps work, the site may have implemented proxy detection that BlockAway cannot currently bypass. In that case, consider an alternative such as a paid VPN or a different proxy service. Our guide to BlockAway Alternatives covers the best options available.
You can also use our Website Blocked Checker to confirm whether the target site is accessible from different regions before investing time troubleshooting.
Tips for Getting Better Results
- Use BlockAway during off-peak hours (late evening or early morning) for noticeably faster speeds — server load is lower
- Avoid entering any personal login credentials through the proxy for security reasons
- If you use BlockAway regularly, bookmark the blockaway.net page directly for instant access
- For video content, expect buffering — proxied connections add latency that affects streaming quality
Frequently Asked Questions About Using BlockAway
Do I need to install anything to use BlockAway?
No. BlockAway works entirely within your existing browser. There is no extension, plugin, or app to install on any device.
Can I use BlockAway to visit any website?
You can attempt to visit any website, but results vary. Simple websites and social media platforms generally load well. Streaming services with active proxy detection, complex web apps, and sites requiring JavaScript-heavy interactions may load partially or not at all.
Why does the proxied page look different from normal?
Some page elements — fonts, images, embedded scripts, and third-party widgets — may not load correctly when routed through a proxy. This is a technical limitation of browser-based proxies and is not specific to BlockAway. The core content of most pages loads correctly.
How do I know my IP is actually hidden?
Use the IP Address Checker tool before and after connecting through BlockAway. If the IP address shown changes after you connect, the proxy is working correctly. If it shows the same IP, the proxy session may not have established properly.
Is there a limit to how long I can use BlockAway?
The free tier does not impose explicit time limits on sessions. However, you may experience slower speeds or occasional disconnections during high-traffic periods. The premium tier offers more stable connections with higher bandwidth allocation.
What should I do if BlockAway itself is blocked?
Some networks block access to known proxy services including BlockAway. In that case, try accessing the site through a mobile data connection instead of the network Wi-Fi, or refer to our guide on BlockAway Not Working for additional solutions.
