UVa Proxy Server

Access Restricted Resources Remotely

Some University of Virginia resources, such as library materials, online databases, news resources, and downloadable software, have license restrictions that limit their use to the University community. You can access these restricted resources only if your computer is physically on Grounds or, if you are working remotely, through an off-Grounds network access option, such as proxy server.

For First-Time Users

If you are a student, faculty, or staff member of the University:

  1. Request a proxy account.
  2. Configure your Web browser to work with the Proxy Server (other browsers are not supported):
  3. Test your proxy connection to be sure it works.

Then, each time you visit a restricted site, just log into the proxy server to view it.

Note: You do not have to switch your proxy settings every time you log on, depending on whether you are on or off-Grounds. The proxy server automatically recognizes whether you are directly connected to the UVa network, and acts accordingly.

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