What are types of proxy servers?

Types of proxy servers refer to the intermediate server categories divided according to network protocols, IP sources, usage patterns and other dimensions, which undertake functions such as traffic transfer, identity disguise, and access control. As a global proxy service provider, IP2world's product line fully covers the mainstream proxy server types and provides infrastructure support for cross-border e-commerce, market research and other scenarios.

1. Four basic classification standards for proxy servers

1.1 Classification by protocol type

HTTP/HTTPS proxy: processes web traffic requests, suitable for browser data capture and content access control

SOCKS5 proxy: supports TCP/UDP full protocol penetration, IP2world's S5 proxy product delay can be controlled within 120ms

Transparent proxy: No client configuration required, mainly used in enterprise network monitoring scenarios

1.2 Classification by IP source

Residential proxy: Using home broadband IP addresses, IP2world dynamic residential proxies cover 200+ countries/regions around the world

Data center proxy: IP generated based on cloud server, exclusive bandwidth up to 1Gbps

Mobile proxy: Provides mobile device IP through cellular network, simulating end-user behavior

1.3 By usage mode

Forward proxy: An access proxy that is actively configured by the client, accounting for 73% of enterprise usage

Reverse proxy: a traffic distribution system deployed on the server side, supporting load balancing and DDOS protection

Tunnel proxy: Establish an end-to-end encrypted channel. IP2world's SSL tunnel proxy transmission encryption strength reaches 256 bits

1.4 Classification by IP change frequency

Static proxy: fixed IP long-term holding, IP2world static ISP proxy lease supports up to 180 days

Dynamic proxy: IP pool rotates according to policy, supports customized replacement cycle by hour/day/week

2. Technological breakthrough of hybrid proxy

2.1 Intelligent Routing proxy

IP2world's AI routing system can increase the request success rate to 99.2% by automatically selecting the optimal network path through machine learning algorithms

2.2 Geographic location customized proxy

Supports GPS coordinate-level IP positioning, with the error range controlled within 5 kilometers, meeting the needs of localized service verification

2.3 Protocol conversion proxy

Realize HTTP/HTTPS and SOCKS5 protocol conversion to meet the access requirements of different devices

3. IP2world product technology matrix analysis

3.1 Technical characteristics of dynamic residential proxy

Tens of millions of real residential IP pools, with a daily update rate of 15%-20%

Supports filtering IP by ASN, time zone, and locale

Automatic session retention function maintains 30 minutes of continuity

3.2 Industry Application of Static ISP Proxy

Financial industry: used for payment interface testing and risk control system docking

Ad verification: Continuously monitor the effects of ad displays around the world

API integration: Provide SDK toolkits in languages such as Python and Java

3.3 Enterprise-level solution innovation

Unlimited servers support customized development of private protocols

Data center proxy provides DDoS protection and traffic cleaning functions

Compliance guarantee: All IP resources have passed GDPR compliance certification

As a professional proxy IP service provider, IP2world provides a variety of high-quality proxy IP products, including dynamic residential proxy, static ISP proxy, exclusive data center proxy, S5 proxy and unlimited servers, suitable for a variety of application scenarios. If you are looking for a reliable proxy IP service, welcome to visit IP2world official website for more details.