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The Best 6 SOCKS5 Proxies of 2025

When it comes to SOCKS5 support across various proxy types, there is no one-size-fits all solution. Certain proxies accept SOCKS5 natively, while others could require additional setup or have limitations based on the use case (such as port settings).

May 14 min read

5 Best Proxy Managers in '25: In-Depth Analysis & Comparison

Effectively managing  proxies is a crucial aspect of web scraping projects. However, websites may ban IP addresses or present CAPTCHAs if they detect suspicious activity from a proxy. Users must have efficient strategies to handle scraping challenges, such as using additional proxies. Using proxies poses its own challenges, especially when dealing with multiple proxies.

Jan 215 min read

12 Best Residential Proxy Service Providers in 2025

As AIMultiple’s CTO, I lead data collection from thousands of websites and run a residential proxy benchmark, including a load test with 100,000 parallel requests.

May 89 min read

Benchmarking the Best Proxy Providers of 2025

We tested every major proxy server with over 200,000 requests to identify the top providers in the proxy server market. Follow the links to learn more from these vendors: There are tens of proxy services.

May 612 min read
Firewalls vs Proxy Servers: Overview, Techniques and Benefits

Firewalls vs Proxy Servers: Overview, Techniques and Benefits

Network security statistics show that the United States has the highest average total cost of a data breach with ~$9M.. Cybersecurity is a critical issue for both businesses and individuals. Both proxy servers and firewalls provide data and network security.

Apr 35 min read

The Key Differences Between Proxy Server Types in 2025

There are many types of proxy servers available, all of which mask users’ IP addresses and provide security. However, they differ in their methods and applications. To make a more informed decision, you must understand the various proxy types, their benefits, and applications.

Apr 46 min read

Top 6 Private Proxy Services of 2025

Private proxies are faster and more reliable than shared proxies. Private datacenter proxies are also more affordable than residential proxies.

Apr 35 min read

Top Shared Proxy Solutions of 2025: Tested & Ranked

AIMultiple team evaluated 24 shared proxy services, including all proxy types (e.g., datacenter and mobile) from 7 different proxy providers, with a focus on those utilizing rotating proxies from an IP pool. A total of 5,000 URLs from 25 unique domains were tested.

Apr 47 min read

Top-Rated Backconnect Proxy Providers: A in 2025 Ranking

Backconnect proxy servers, also known as rotating residential proxies, assign a different IP address each time you connect to the internet or after a set period. For tasks like web scraping or social media automation, backconnect proxy network makes it difficult for websites to track or block you based on your IP address.

Apr 177 min read

Reverse Proxies: Overview, Benefits and Risks in 2025

Proxies help in masking your IP address and providing security against attacks on the internet. In this article, we will explore reverse proxies.  What is a reverse proxy?  A reverse proxy is a server that sits in front of web servers. It forwards clients’ requests, like web browsers, to those servers.

May 62 min read