Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about proxies and TrustProxy. Still stuck? Talk to support.

Proxy basics

What is a proxy?+

A proxy acts as an intermediary between your device and the internet. It routes your traffic through a different IP address, which enhances privacy and lets you access geo-restricted content or gather public data at scale without exposing your own IP.

Why should I use a proxy?+

Proxies enable web scraping, price and ad monitoring, social media automation, sneaker checkouts and market research by rotating IP addresses and avoiding blocks. They also improve privacy and let you view the web as a user in another location.

Are proxies legal to use?+

Using proxies is generally legal. However, you must follow the terms of service of the sites you access. Using proxies for illegal activity or to bypass security measures is prohibited and may carry legal consequences.

Choosing a proxy

What types of proxies does TrustProxy offer?+

We offer residential, budget residential, static residential (ISP), datacenter, 4G/5G mobile, rotating mobile and sneaker proxies. Each is tuned for a different balance of speed, stealth and cost.

What is the difference between residential and datacenter proxies?+

Residential proxies use real home IPs and are much harder to block, making them ideal for protected targets. Datacenter proxies are hosted on servers, so they are faster and cheaper but easier to detect. Choose residential for stealth and datacenter for raw speed.

Which proxy is best for social media automation?+

Mobile (4G/5G) proxies have the highest trust score because carriers share each IP among thousands of real users, so they are the safest choice for automating Instagram, TikTok and other social platforms.

Which proxy is best for sneaker botting?+

Residential-backed sneaker proxies are the gold standard for copping limited releases, because retailers can't ban them without also banning real shoppers.

Billing & setup

How much do proxies cost?+

Plans start at $1.75/GB for budget residential and $2.50/GB for premium residential, with datacenter from $3.50, mobile from $2.00/IP and sneaker proxies from $3.50. See the pricing page for the full breakdown.

Do you support SOCKS5 and HTTP?+

Yes. Every proxy type supports both SOCKS5 and HTTP(S), so they work with virtually any browser, scraper or automation tool.

How quickly do I get my proxies?+

Delivery is instant. As soon as your order is confirmed, your proxies are available in the dashboard and ready to use.

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