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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

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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

If a website requires login, avoid changing IPs too frequently during the same session. Sudden IP changes can invalidate sessions or trigger security checks.