Several types of forward proxies exist, each catering to different needs:
Residential proxies: These use IP addresses from real residential users, offering a high level of anonymity and making them ideal for web scraping and bypassing geo-restrictions.
Datacenter proxies: These proxies originate from data centers, providing fast speeds and high anonymity, but they might be more easily detected by websites implementing anti-scraping measures.
ISP proxies: These proxies are offered by internet service providers, typically providing decent speeds and anonymity. They are suitable for general browsing and bypassing basic restrictions.
Mobile proxies: These use IP addresses associated with mobile devices, offering a unique level of anonymity and access to mobile-specific content.