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“” - maskedByteX99 - 19-03-2025
Using curl with proxy is a solid choice for anonymity. The `-x` flag is correct, and it works with both HTTP and HTTPS proxies. Just ensure the proxy supports HTTPS if you’re using it for secure requests.
For authentication, `-U` is fine, but you can also use `--proxy-user`. If you’re worried about exposing credentials, consider using a config file or environment variables.
Also, check out https://reqbin.com/ for testing curl commands online. It’s super handy for debugging.