# Proxyman for Mac

> Inspect every HTTP request, beautifully.

Proxyman captures and debugs HTTPS traffic from Mac, iOS devices and simulators, with breakpoints, scripting and map-local rules.

## Facts

- Price: Free, with paid upgrades
- Developer: Proxyman
- Category: Developer Tools
- Website: https://proxyman.com/
- Homebrew cask: proxyman
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/proxyman/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask proxyman
```

## Questions

### Is Proxyman free?

Proxyman is free to download and use, with paid upgrades for extra features.

### Where can I download Proxyman for Mac?

Download Proxyman from the developer's website (proxyman.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install Proxyman from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask proxyman`.

### What are good alternatives to Proxyman?

Other developer tools apps for Mac worth a look are Tracexy (free + pro), Rockxy (free + pro), Zed (open source) and Ghostty (open source).

## Alternatives in Developer Tools

- [Tracexy](https://macworthy.com/apps/tracexy/): Packet analysis organised by app and session. (Free + Pro)
- [Rockxy](https://macworthy.com/apps/rockxy/): An open-source HTTP and HTTPS debugging proxy. (Free + Pro)
- [Zed](https://macworthy.com/apps/zed/): A code editor that runs at the speed of thought. (Open source)
- [Ghostty](https://macworthy.com/apps/ghostty/): A fast, feature-rich, truly native terminal. (Open source)
- [OrbStack](https://macworthy.com/apps/orbstack/): Docker and Linux machines, light as a feather. (Free + Pro)
- [Warp](https://macworthy.com/apps/warp/): The terminal, reimagined around blocks and agents. (Free + Pro)
- [iTerm2](https://macworthy.com/apps/iterm2/): The terminal that taught macOS new tricks. (Open source)
- [Nova](https://macworthy.com/apps/nova/): Panic's beautiful, extensible code editor. (Subscription)

## Collections

- [The developer's desk](https://macworthy.com/collections/developer-desk/)

Tags: network, debugging