Proxy Types Explained: Residential vs Mobile vs ISP vs Datacenter

Not all proxies are created equal. Whether you're managing social accounts, scraping data, running automation, or browsing anonymously—choosing the right proxy type matters.

In this guide, we break down the four main types of proxies:

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• Residential Proxies
  
  
  
  
• Mobile Proxies
  
  
  
  
• ISP (Static) Proxies
  
  
  
  
• Datacenter Proxies
  

Each serves a unique purpose, and choosing incorrectly could lead to detection, bans, or wasted budget. Let’s compare their key differences and use cases.