How do I configure proxy settings on Windows for minikube to access registry.k8s.io?

When setting up a proxy on your Windows machine for minikube, you need to use the proxy server details provided by your network administrator or as configured in your local network settings. In other words, the values (e.g., the proxy URL, port number, and, if required, authentication details) are not something minikube or Kubernetes determines automatically—they need to match your organization's network configuration.

For example, if your proxy details are:

• HTTP Proxy: http://proxy.example.com:80/
• HTTPS Proxy: http://proxy.example.com:443/

You could configure these in PowerShell by running:

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[Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable("HTTP_PROXY", "http://proxy.example.com:80/", [EnvironmentVariableTarget]::Machine)
[Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable("HTTPS_PROXY", "http://proxy.example.com:443/", [EnvironmentVariableTarget]::Machine)

If you’re unsure what values to use, check your Windows network settings or consult your IT department. Sometimes these details can also be found in your system's proxy configuration settings or in your browser’s network settings if your environment automatically uses a proxy.

In summary, the proxy values come from your network environment rather than from minikube itself, so verifying your network’s proxy configuration is the best first step before re-running “minikube start.”