To configure an iPhone to use a Proxy Auto-Configuration (PAC) file, follow these steps:
1. Access Wi-Fi Settings:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap on Wi-Fi and connect to the desired network.
2. Configure Proxy Settings:
- Tap the info (i) button next to the connected Wi-Fi network.
- Scroll down to the HTTP Proxy section.
3. Select Automatic Configuration:
- Choose Auto to enable the use of a PAC file.
- In the URL field, enter the address of your PAC file. Ensure to include the protocol (https:// or https://). For example:
https://<your-server-ip>/path/to/yourfile.pac
4. Save Settings:
- After entering the PAC file URL, exit the settings. The iPhone will now use the specified PAC file for proxy configuration.
Additional Notes
- If you are using a Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution, you can also configure the PAC file settings through the MDM by entering the PAC file URL in the Network Proxy Configuration settings[1].
- Ensure that the PAC file is accessible from the iPhone; if there are issues accessing it via the URL, check the server settings or the PAC file's availability[5].
- For manual proxy configuration, you can specify the proxy server's IP address and port directly, but using a PAC file is generally more flexible as it allows for dynamic proxy selection based on the URL being accessed[3][2].
Citations:[1] https://support.apple.com/guide/deployment/network-proxy-configuration-settings-depb27492e34/web
[2] https://www.jigsaw24.com/resource/quick-tips-how-to-use-a-pac-file-in-ios
[3] https://docs.appvance.net/Content/AIQ/Traffic/IOS___Proxy_Settings_and_PAC_Files.htm
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBewifmI-Dk
[5] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/254620757