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What are Static Residential Proxies?

First, we shall explain what an IP address is. An internet protocol (IP) address is the unique code assigned to each computer when it connects to the Internet. The IP address is used to locate the computer and enables it to communicate with other connected computers.

A static residential IP address is provided by an Internet Service Provider (ISP). This IP address is legal and legitimate and has a physical location attached to it. Residential IPs are easy to locate and usually allow ISPs or websites to collect information about your online activity.

March 12, 2020
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WHAT ARE RESIDENTIAL PROXIES

WHAT IS A PROXY NETWORK?

In order to explain the concept of residential proxies, we have to define what a proxy is in the first place. According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a proxy server is ‘a computer system that facilitates the exchange of data between users on a network’. The main reason to use a proxy server is for greater security, for example, forwarding requests across a firewall.

October 17, 2019
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Proxies for Scraping – Residential or Datacenter?

Proxy management can be a serious issue and anyone who has worked on a web scraping project knows it very well. Proxies are (or at least should be) an integral part of the web scraping process because they offer many benefits.

However, it can be slightly overwhelming to choose the right proxy, especially if you’re still learning the basics. There are a couple of different options to choose from and to decide on the right one for your project, you need to consider a few different elements.

September 16, 2019
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Best ways to protect your online privacy

It is more than obvious that the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives. Free public Wi-Fi and mobile internet are almost everywhere. We greatly rely on the world wide web to text each other, send and receive emails, post about our life on social media networks, shop for clothes or order food, search for information, and so on.

Unfortunately, some of us are too casual and careless about managing our personal data and activities online.

June 05, 2019
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Best Sneaker Bots 2019

There is a set rule in life – if you want to have or do something special, you need to use a trick or tool that gives you an edge over everyone else. This trick or tool is like a sword in the stone reserved only for the chosen ones, just like in the legend of Excalibur.

Fortunately, or unfortunately, in today’s world, most tricks and tools can be bought. If your goal is to cop limited-edition sneakers, the tool that you will need to use is a reliable sneaker bot. These bots cost money but they allow you to cop the finest limited-edition shoes and stay ahead of the competition.

May 30, 2019
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A PROXY SERVER IS USED FOR

As proxy servers are becoming more and more popular, there is an increasing number of people wondering about their purpose.

“A proxy server is used for which of the following: web surfing, domain hosting, or some other purpose?”

A long time ago, to better describe the concept of a proxy server in our article, we told a story. It was about a lawyer representing a person in court in order for the person to appear more legitimate before the judge.

April 23, 2019
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Jarvee & Multilogin Integration with GeoSurf: Complete Guide

On this page, you will learn how to integrate GeoSurf proxies with the MultiLoginApp as well as how to use proxies with the Jarvee software.

MULTILOGINAPP INTEGRATION GUIDE

IP AUTHENTICATED PROXIES – WHITELISTED IPS

This section will show you how to use whitelisted IPs authenticated in the Geosurf dashboard in Multilogin. But first, make sure you have authenticated your IP in the Geosurf dashboard.

April 15, 2019
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Multilogin & GeoSurf webinar

Recently we teamed up with our partner Multilogin, a browser fingerprinting software which allows users to scrape websites while controlling the fingerprints they leave, for an educational webinar. Multilogin has integrated GeoSurf to work with their platform, allowing its users to automatically create fingerprints according to proxy location together with other profile guidelines set by their clients. They have developed a great tool for web scraping companies and it is used by thousands of customers worldwide.

February 19, 2019
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DEDICATED / PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL PROXY WORKAROUND

You must have heard of residential proxies. You wouldn’t be on this page if you haven’t. And while you know what proxies are in general, you are somewhat confused about different types of proxies.

Dedicated proxy, semi-dedicated proxy, shared proxy, private proxy, static residential proxies, dynamic proxies… There are so many of them that you find yourself lost in all these terms, let alone what they mean and how they work.

As always, we are here to help ‒ not only by explaining the difference between them but also by giving guidelines on using GeoSurf proxies in a new way – the long desired dedicated way!

October 24, 2018
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SoleSlayer bot features, pricing and proxies

Hello, sneakerheads!

How are you feeling today? Waiting for a new release? Do you have your eye on a special edition you want to cop?

As an experienced sneakerhead, you probably know that trying to cop sneakers without a powerful bot is like trying to eat your soup with a fork. It is practically impossible to do it, and even if you somehow succeed, you will spend too much time doing it.

September 20, 2018
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GEOSURF TOOLBAR FOR FIREFOX

We all know how fantastic proxies are. They help us circumvent various barriers we come across regardless whether we are just regularly surfing the Internet or performing more advanced work tasks.

Residential IPs have become an indispensable part of many people’s lives.

May 07, 2018
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PROXY PRICING – KNOW WHAT YOU`RE BUYING

Considering the fact that each new day more and more people are using proxies, it is easy to conclude why there is such high demand on the proxy market.

Proxies are extremely useful and we are sure most of you know this by now. For those who are still new to this topic, you can read our article on why you need residential proxies.

However, you need to be aware that there is no actual regulation on the quality of proxies that providers offer. That is why we want to inform you about some essential aspects of the proxy market.

May 01, 2018
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