Datacenter Proxies vs. Residential Proxies
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Published: 2023-02-28 09:05:48


![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/xywwuj968m5aazjwyxrg.png) Although Residential and Datacenter Proxies serve the same core functionality &ndash; hiding your IP address &ndash; they have quite a few differences. In this post, let&rsquo;s dive deep into each of these proxy types to understand which one is better for your business. &nbsp; </span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.mjt6t45vo72q"><span class="c2">What are Datacenter Proxies?</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/products/datacenter-proxies&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529140317&amp;usg=AOvVaw3H3jdWONqEAE5NjTi4N1hr">Datacenter Proxies</a></span><span class="c1">&nbsp;are proxies that are not affiliated with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). They come from a secondary corporation and provide you with </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/private-proxies&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529140574&amp;usg=AOvVaw1gyB1G_s2-RkizJA7X801P">completely private IP authentication and anonymity.</a></span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c1 c12">However, datacenter proxies usually come from data centers and cloud hosting services and are used by many at the same time. Since they are not listed as ISP providers, these IPs can already be flagged by some targets, and certain precautionary measures might be taken. 
 
![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/82mckgq2bz7atrpufdvy.png)</span></p><p class="c5"><span style="overflow: hidden; display: inline-block; margin: 0.00px 0.00px; border: 0.00px solid #000000; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px;"><img alt="" src="images/image3.png" style="width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px; margin-left: 0.00px; margin-top: 0.00px; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px);" title=""></span></p><p class="c21"><span class="c12 c1">How Oxylabs Datacenter proxies work</span></p><p class="c21 c17"><span class="c12 c1"></span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c12 c1">To learn more about datacenter proxies, see Oxylabs&rsquo; Product Owner Nedas explain them in detail: </span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c10"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v%3D0LhUA5nChZk%26t%3D12s&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529141286&amp;usg=AOvVaw1HfoA6WJXDRBMv30-fmZAa">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LhUA5nChZk&amp;t=12s</a></span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.om5f5sgg4lyq"><span class="c2">What are Residential Proxies?</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c1">On the other hand, </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/products/residential-proxy-pool&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529141741&amp;usg=AOvVaw1Np89HpHJlP6F73QgyNXbG">Residential Proxies</a></span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;use real IP addresses supplied by Internet Service Providers to homeowners. Since these IP addresses are attached to real, physical devices, using them makes it easy to replicate organic human behavior. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">One of the most important aspects of residential proxies is ethicality. It&rsquo;s essential that residential proxies are acquired in an ethical manner whereby homeowners give consent and are rewarded for participating in the proxy network. Unfortunately, this isn&rsquo;t always the case with businesses: oftentimes, homeowners consent to misleading or confusing terms of service and end up being unaware their device is used in a proxy network. </span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c12 c1">Using unethically-sourced residential proxies comes with various risks, including disrupted business operations, damaged reputation, and even potential legal battles. At Oxylabs, we aim to produce proxies in an ethical manner, allowing customers to avoid said risks. &nbsp;</span> 
![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/dmcl1d2y4zxws1nqge68.png)</p><p class="c5"><span style="overflow: hidden; display: inline-block; margin: 0.00px 0.00px; border: 0.00px solid #000000; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px;"><img alt="" src="images/image1.png" style="width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px; margin-left: 0.00px; margin-top: 0.00px; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px);" title=""></span></p><p class="c21"><span class="c12 c1">How Residential Proxies work</span></p><p class="c17 c21"><span class="c12 c1"></span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c1">If you want to read more on the topic, check this </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/proxy-sourcing-risks&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529142509&amp;usg=AOvVaw3m6xWixOoAR9TGx4ukhuVc">article</a></span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;on our blog, where we explain sourcing risks in detail. And, if you&rsquo;re curious to learn more about Residential Proxies in general, see this video:</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c10"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v%3DW_qhsgXkjng&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529142921&amp;usg=AOvVaw2HIx5ktudfWtVpqDHpZIDa">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_qhsgXkjng</a></span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.a9eslk6iaiv3"><span class="c2">Residential vs. Datacenter Proxies</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">As you may have already picked up, the main difference between datacenter and residential proxies lies in the source of the IP. Let&rsquo;s have a closer look at the rest of the differences to fully understand how these proxies operate. &nbsp;</span></p><h3 class="c9" id="h.gftw5ibo4pt2"><span class="c8 c13">Residential Proxies:</span></h3><ul class="c19 lst-kix_2rteshnvaytu-0 start"><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Legitimate</span><span class="c1">&nbsp;&ndash; because residential proxy IPs are provided by a real ISP, it makes them look real and legitimate. Whereas datacenter proxies, as mentioned earlier, are created in bulk and come from data centers and cloud server providers, so they can be easily detected and blacklisted if buying from an untrusted provider. Additionally, residential proxies can </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/all-about-static-residential-proxies&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529143737&amp;usg=AOvVaw3t6aZN0GdeQSXB774BTqY2">maintain the same IP if needed.</a></span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Lower risk of getting blacklisted</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; due to the same reasons listed above, residential proxies are harder to blacklist, ensuring a smooth scraping process. </span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">More expensive</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; Residential proxies are higher to acquire and maintain, hence, they cost more.</span></li></ul><h3 class="c9" id="h.4d6mzfs5wytz"><span class="c13 c8">Datacenter Proxies:</span></h3><ul class="c19 lst-kix_x26004n3b888-0 start"><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Non-physical</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; Datacenter proxies are artificial, so websites can tell whether you&rsquo;re connected to one. Nonetheless, these proxies still hide your true IP address and provide anonymity if purchased from a reputable provider. And, if you use a private datacenter proxy, getting banned or blacklisted shouldn&rsquo;t come as an issue. One of the most popular use cases for these proxies is market research. </span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Fast-paced</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; Datacenter proxies are known for their speed and high performance, making them a great option for when you need to complete a project in a short period of time. To ensure top-tier performance, it&rsquo;s essential that you purchase them from a reputable proxy provider and get the technical know-how to use them. </span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Cost-friendly</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; When you&rsquo;re buying in bulk or looking for a budget-friendly solution, datacenter proxies are the way to go. Compared to residential proxies, they&rsquo;re much cheaper while still delivering security and fast speed if, of course, purchased from the right provider. </span></li></ul><h2 class="c23" id="h.8hm3cy3lnl5j"><span class="c2">Which proxies should you choose?</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">Now that you know the differences between residential and datacenter proxies, it&rsquo;s time to narrow it down to which one&rsquo;s better for your scraping needs. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">When comparing residential proxies against datacenter ones, it all comes down to whether you need high security, or your top priority is a high speed, and you simply need to shield your IP address. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">Residential proxies don&rsquo;t leave a footprint and won&rsquo;t trigger any security alarms, so they&rsquo;re great for collecting identity-sensitive public data or large amounts of data in general. Many businesses use Residential Proxies for review monitoring or ad verification.</span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">In most cases, compared to datacenter proxies, residential ones cover more geo-locations. However, if you&rsquo;re looking to scrape public data in a precise location, you should find out whether a provider offers proxies that reside in that region. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c1">On the other hand, datacenter proxies work very well if you have know-how about the proxy technology itself, and choose </span><span class="c0">private</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;datacenter proxies &ndash; this way, you&rsquo;ll be able to cover your footprint properly.</span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.alypjrmb1x80"><span class="c2">Conclusion</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c1">Both residential and datacenter proxies </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/how-to-hide-ip-address&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529145718&amp;usg=AOvVaw1zQ9ueR0PpZtO_ARx54sGU">shield your IP address</a></span><span class="c12 c1">; nevertheless, residential proxies are more secure, as the websites you visit have a harder time detecting them. But that doesn&rsquo;t mean that datacenter proxies are not worth looking into &ndash; from the right supplier, they&rsquo;ll provide enough security, work faster and make a cost-friendly solution.</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c12 c1">Enjoyed this content? Don&rsquo;t forget to like and leave a comment below!</span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.3svq1ej2ui89"><span class="c2">People also ask</span></h2><p class="c20"><span class="c8 c22">What are the other types of proxies?</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c11">Categorization of proxies can be based on protocol (HTTP(S) and SOCKS5), access (private and shared), and many other aspects.</span></p><p class="c5 c17"><span class="c12 c14"></span></p><p class="c20"><span class="c22 c8">Are proxy locations important?</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c11">Yes, the area where a proxy server is located matters. Some online content is geo-restricted, meaning that it might be displayed only to, for example, USA proxies and not to any other region-based server.</span></p><p class="c5 c17"><span class="c12 c14"></span></p><p class="c20"><span class="c22 c8">How are datacenter IP blocks different?</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c11">Datacenter IPs come from the same subnet, getting one address blocked will often mean that many others get blocked as well.</span></p><p class="c5 c17"><span class="c12 c14"></span></p></body></html><html><head><meta content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" http-equiv="content-type"><style type="text/css">@import url('https://themes.googleusercontent.com/fonts/css?kit=-lTUqgJg2dxbe4D7B5DEIA3jn2WilaVUapNOYl4762s');.lst-kix_x26004n3b888-7>li:before{content:"\0025cb  "}.lst-kix_2rteshnvaytu-2>li:before{content:"\0025a0  "}.lst-kix_2rteshnvaytu-3>li:before{content:"\0025cf  "}.lst-kix_2rteshnvaytu-0>li:before{content:"\0025cf  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class="c15 doc-content"><p class="c5"><span class="c8">#1 Blog repurposing Q1 2023:</span><span class="c12 c14">&nbsp;Datacenter vs. Residential Proxies</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c8">Link: </span><span class="c24"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/the-difference-between-data-center-and-residential-proxies&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529139400&amp;usg=AOvVaw1zVXg02OTdXQoeEDu_OUjn">https://oxylabs.io/blog/the-difference-between-data-center-and-residential-proxies</a></span></p><h1 class="c16" id="h.415qdhuji1pw"><span class="c14 c8 c25">Datacenter Proxies vs. Residential Proxies</span></h1><p class="c5"><span style="overflow: hidden; display: inline-block; margin: 0.00px 0.00px; border: 0.00px solid #000000; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); width: 624.00px; height: 318.67px;"><img alt="" src="images/image2.png" style="width: 624.00px; height: 318.67px; margin-left: 0.00px; margin-top: 0.00px; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px);" title=""></span></p><p class="c5 c17"><span class="c12 c14"></span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c12 c1">Although Residential and Datacenter Proxies serve the same core functionality &ndash; hiding your IP address &ndash; they have quite a few differences. In this post, let&rsquo;s dive deep into each of these proxy types to understand which one is better for your business. &nbsp; </span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.mjt6t45vo72q"><span class="c2">What are Datacenter Proxies?</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/products/datacenter-proxies&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529140317&amp;usg=AOvVaw3H3jdWONqEAE5NjTi4N1hr">Datacenter Proxies</a></span><span class="c1">&nbsp;are proxies that are not affiliated with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). They come from a secondary corporation and provide you with </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/private-proxies&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529140574&amp;usg=AOvVaw1gyB1G_s2-RkizJA7X801P">completely private IP authentication and anonymity.</a></span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c1 c12">However, datacenter proxies usually come from data centers and cloud hosting services and are used by many at the same time. Since they are not listed as ISP providers, these IPs can already be flagged by some targets, and certain precautionary measures might be taken. </span></p><p class="c5"><span style="overflow: hidden; display: inline-block; margin: 0.00px 0.00px; border: 0.00px solid #000000; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px;"><img alt="" src="images/image3.png" style="width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px; margin-left: 0.00px; margin-top: 0.00px; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px);" title=""></span></p><p class="c21"><span class="c12 c1">How Oxylabs Datacenter proxies work</span></p><p class="c21 c17"><span class="c12 c1"></span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c12 c1">To learn more about datacenter proxies, see Oxylabs&rsquo; Product Owner Nedas explain them in detail: </span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c10"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v%3D0LhUA5nChZk%26t%3D12s&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529141286&amp;usg=AOvVaw1HfoA6WJXDRBMv30-fmZAa">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LhUA5nChZk&amp;t=12s</a></span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.om5f5sgg4lyq"><span class="c2">What are Residential Proxies?</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c1">On the other hand, </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/products/residential-proxy-pool&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529141741&amp;usg=AOvVaw1Np89HpHJlP6F73QgyNXbG">Residential Proxies</a></span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;use real IP addresses supplied by Internet Service Providers to homeowners. Since these IP addresses are attached to real, physical devices, using them makes it easy to replicate organic human behavior. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">One of the most important aspects of residential proxies is ethicality. It&rsquo;s essential that residential proxies are acquired in an ethical manner whereby homeowners give consent and are rewarded for participating in the proxy network. Unfortunately, this isn&rsquo;t always the case with businesses: oftentimes, homeowners consent to misleading or confusing terms of service and end up being unaware their device is used in a proxy network. </span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c12 c1">Using unethically-sourced residential proxies comes with various risks, including disrupted business operations, damaged reputation, and even potential legal battles. At Oxylabs, we aim to produce proxies in an ethical manner, allowing customers to avoid said risks. &nbsp;</span></p><p class="c5"><span style="overflow: hidden; display: inline-block; margin: 0.00px 0.00px; border: 0.00px solid #000000; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px;"><img alt="" src="images/image1.png" style="width: 624.00px; height: 252.00px; margin-left: 0.00px; margin-top: 0.00px; transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px); -webkit-transform: rotate(0.00rad) translateZ(0px);" title=""></span></p><p class="c21"><span class="c12 c1">How Residential Proxies work</span></p><p class="c17 c21"><span class="c12 c1"></span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c1">If you want to read more on the topic, check this </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/proxy-sourcing-risks&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529142509&amp;usg=AOvVaw3m6xWixOoAR9TGx4ukhuVc">article</a></span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;on our blog, where we explain sourcing risks in detail. And, if you&rsquo;re curious to learn more about Residential Proxies in general, see this video:</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c10"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v%3DW_qhsgXkjng&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529142921&amp;usg=AOvVaw2HIx5ktudfWtVpqDHpZIDa">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_qhsgXkjng</a></span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.a9eslk6iaiv3"><span class="c2">Residential vs. Datacenter Proxies</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">As you may have already picked up, the main difference between datacenter and residential proxies lies in the source of the IP. Let&rsquo;s have a closer look at the rest of the differences to fully understand how these proxies operate. &nbsp;</span></p><h3 class="c9" id="h.gftw5ibo4pt2"><span class="c8 c13">Residential Proxies:</span></h3><ul class="c19 lst-kix_2rteshnvaytu-0 start"><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Legitimate</span><span class="c1">&nbsp;&ndash; because residential proxy IPs are provided by a real ISP, it makes them look real and legitimate. Whereas datacenter proxies, as mentioned earlier, are created in bulk and come from data centers and cloud server providers, so they can be easily detected and blacklisted if buying from an untrusted provider. Additionally, residential proxies can </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/all-about-static-residential-proxies&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529143737&amp;usg=AOvVaw3t6aZN0GdeQSXB774BTqY2">maintain the same IP if needed.</a></span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Lower risk of getting blacklisted</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; due to the same reasons listed above, residential proxies are harder to blacklist, ensuring a smooth scraping process. </span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">More expensive</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; Residential proxies are higher to acquire and maintain, hence, they cost more.</span></li></ul><h3 class="c9" id="h.4d6mzfs5wytz"><span class="c13 c8">Datacenter Proxies:</span></h3><ul class="c19 lst-kix_x26004n3b888-0 start"><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Non-physical</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; Datacenter proxies are artificial, so websites can tell whether you&rsquo;re connected to one. Nonetheless, these proxies still hide your true IP address and provide anonymity if purchased from a reputable provider. And, if you use a private datacenter proxy, getting banned or blacklisted shouldn&rsquo;t come as an issue. One of the most popular use cases for these proxies is market research. </span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Fast-paced</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; Datacenter proxies are known for their speed and high performance, making them a great option for when you need to complete a project in a short period of time. To ensure top-tier performance, it&rsquo;s essential that you purchase them from a reputable proxy provider and get the technical know-how to use them. </span></li><li class="c7 li-bullet-0"><span class="c1 c8">Cost-friendly</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;&ndash; When you&rsquo;re buying in bulk or looking for a budget-friendly solution, datacenter proxies are the way to go. Compared to residential proxies, they&rsquo;re much cheaper while still delivering security and fast speed if, of course, purchased from the right provider. </span></li></ul><h2 class="c23" id="h.8hm3cy3lnl5j"><span class="c2">Which proxies should you choose?</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">Now that you know the differences between residential and datacenter proxies, it&rsquo;s time to narrow it down to which one&rsquo;s better for your scraping needs. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">When comparing residential proxies against datacenter ones, it all comes down to whether you need high security, or your top priority is a high speed, and you simply need to shield your IP address. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">Residential proxies don&rsquo;t leave a footprint and won&rsquo;t trigger any security alarms, so they&rsquo;re great for collecting identity-sensitive public data or large amounts of data in general. Many businesses use Residential Proxies for review monitoring or ad verification.</span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c12 c1">In most cases, compared to datacenter proxies, residential ones cover more geo-locations. However, if you&rsquo;re looking to scrape public data in a precise location, you should find out whether a provider offers proxies that reside in that region. </span></p><p class="c3"><span class="c1">On the other hand, datacenter proxies work very well if you have know-how about the proxy technology itself, and choose </span><span class="c0">private</span><span class="c12 c1">&nbsp;datacenter proxies &ndash; this way, you&rsquo;ll be able to cover your footprint properly.</span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.alypjrmb1x80"><span class="c2">Conclusion</span></h2><p class="c3"><span class="c1">Both residential and datacenter proxies </span><span class="c18"><a class="c4" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://oxylabs.io/blog/how-to-hide-ip-address&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1677576529145718&amp;usg=AOvVaw1zQ9ueR0PpZtO_ARx54sGU">shield your IP address</a></span><span class="c12 c1">; nevertheless, residential proxies are more secure, as the websites you visit have a harder time detecting them. But that doesn&rsquo;t mean that datacenter proxies are not worth looking into &ndash; from the right supplier, they&rsquo;ll provide enough security, work faster and make a cost-friendly solution.</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c12 c1">Enjoyed this content? Don&rsquo;t forget to like and leave a comment below!</span></p><h2 class="c23" id="h.3svq1ej2ui89"><span class="c2">People also ask</span></h2><p class="c20"><span class="c8 c22">What are the other types of proxies?</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c11">Categorization of proxies can be based on protocol (HTTP(S) and SOCKS5), access (private and shared), and many other aspects.</span></p><p class="c5 c17"><span class="c12 c14"></span></p><p class="c20"><span class="c22 c8">Are proxy locations important?</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c11">Yes, the area where a proxy server is located matters. Some online content is geo-restricted, meaning that it might be displayed only to, for example, USA proxies and not to any other region-based server.</span></p><p class="c5 c17"><span class="c12 c14"></span></p><p class="c20"><span class="c22 c8">How are datacenter IP blocks different?</span></p><p class="c5"><span class="c11">Datacenter IPs come from the same subnet, getting one address blocked will often mean that many others get blocked as well.</span></p><p class="c5 c17"><span class="c12 c14"></span></p></body></html>