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Proxy settings let Octoparse route task traffic through a different IP address or location. They can help when a website limits access by IP, shows region-specific content, or blocks repeated requests from the same source. Use proxies carefully. A proxy can improve access stability, but it can also introduce slower loading, failed connections, or inconsistent page behavior if the proxy quality is poor.

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When to use a proxy

Use a proxy when:
  • The website blocks or limits repeated access from one IP
  • Content varies by country or region
  • A task needs to appear from a specific location
  • Cloud extraction behaves differently from local browsing
  • The website shows frequent access errors
  • Your workflow needs IP rotation for reliability

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Proxy types

Proxy typeUse case
Datacenter proxyFaster and cheaper, but more likely to be detected on some websites
Residential proxyBetter for sites sensitive to datacenter traffic, usually slower and more expensive
Static proxyKeeps the same IP for session consistency
Rotating proxyChanges IPs to reduce repeated access from one address
Region-specific proxyAccesses content as if browsing from a selected location

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Setup workflow

1

Confirm the issue

Check whether the task fails because of IP blocking, region restrictions, or repeated access limits.
2

Choose proxy type

Select static, rotating, or region-specific proxies depending on the website behavior.
3

Configure proxy details

Add host, port, username, password, and location settings as required.
4

Run a small test

Confirm the page loads correctly and extracted data matches expectations.
5

Monitor failures

Check logs and output quality after enabling proxies.

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What to check

CheckWhy it matters
Page loads correctlySome proxies are slow or blocked
Login remains validRotating IPs can break session consistency
Region is correctSearch results or prices may vary by location
Run speed is acceptableProxies can increase load time
Errors decreaseProxy settings should improve stability, not add failures
If a website requires login, avoid changing IPs too frequently during the same session. Sudden IP changes can invalidate sessions or trigger security checks.