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Are Free Proxy Servers Safe? Risks You Need to Know

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A professor at a university was desperately trying to get an online journal that wasn’t available in his location. After hours of searching on Google, he finally found “free proxy servers.” This gave him a list of choices that were all free and let him use them as much as he wanted. He didn’t give it much thought before clicking on one. He went to the site he needed and...

Beginner’s Breakdown: VPN vs. Proxy and When to Choose Each One

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Have you ever been unable to access a website and wondered if there might be a more clever way to get around it? Or perhaps you would prefer to browse privately. Both proxies and VPNs can be useful, but it can be difficult to decide which one to use and why. With just the essentials and no technical jargon, this guide will help you make the best decision. What Is a Proxy? A proxy is like someone...

Improving Automation Success Rates with Residential Proxies

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Introduction In the world of automation, success often depends on the ability to mimic real user behavior and bypass sophisticated anti-bot detection systems. Whether you’re scraping data, using bots to restock products, or performing web automation tasks, failure rates can be high when your automation tools are detected by websites. For many, residential and datacenter proxies are the key...

How to Change Proxy Settings in Chrome: A Step-by-Step Guide for Everyday Users

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Changing proxy settings in Chrome might sound like something only tech pros do, but let me assure you, it’s much more straightforward than you think. Whether you’re troubleshooting internet issues, managing how Chrome connects to the web, or experimenting with advanced browsing setups, modifying proxy settings can give you that extra level of control over your digital life. Let’s dive in...

The Hidden Cost of Scraping Without Quality Proxies: What Most Developers Overlook

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In the ever-evolving world of web scraping, the conversation often revolves around speed, volume, and data formats. Yet, one critical aspect is consistently underestimated: the quality and type of proxies used during scraping. Choosing the wrong proxies can quietly undermine scraping operations, inflate costs, and compromise data integrity. Why Proxy Quality Matters More Than You Think Proxy...

How to Get a Proxy Address for WhatsApp?

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Using a proxy address for WhatsApp can be a useful tool for various reasons, such as accessing WhatsApp from countries where it’s restricted or enhancing privacy by masking your real IP address. For even greater privacy and to avoid detection, you can pair proxies with tools like the Multilogin antidetect browser, which creates unique browser environments to shield you from tracking...

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