What is a proxy

A proxy is server that acts like a gateway or intermediary between any device and the rest of the internet. A proxy accepts and forwards connection requests, then returns data for those requests. This is the basic definition, which is quite limited, because there are dozens of unique proxy types with their own distinct configurations.

What are the most popular types of proxies:

Residential proxies, Datacenter proxies, Anonymous proxies, Transparent proxies

People use proxies to:

Avoid Geo-restrictions, Protect Privacy and Increase Security, Avoid Firewalls and Bans, Automate Online Processes, Use Multiple Accounts and Gather Data