Video: Smartproxy Datacenter Proxies - Why Should You Use Them?

Meet our fast and furious datacenter proxies. Get to know their awesome features and some of the many ways you can use them.

Vilius Sakutis

Feb 19, 2024

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What are datacenter proxies?

Datacenter proxies are remote computers with unique IP addresses and locations. They act as an intermediary between you and the target website, hiding any identifying personal information.

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What are datacenter proxies?

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Difference Between Residential and Datacenter Proxies

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What Is the Difference Between Residential and Datacenter Proxies?

Proxies act as intermediaries hiding your IP address when connecting to the internet. They’re particularly useful if you can’t access a certain website because you are banned or when you’re trying to access geo-blocked content like on Netflix, YouTube, or a flight ticket platform. Residential and datacenter proxies are the main two types that offer a way to hide your IP and, among many other things, can help you anonymously scrape data from the web. However, they differ significantly – so which proxy type is the ideal choice for you?

Vilius Sakutis

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