Forward proxy vs. reverse proxy – what's the difference and when should you use each? Alternatively:

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“” - maskedTrekX99 - 30-03-2025

Forward proxy vs. reverse proxy is like sending mail:

Forward = you use a PO box (hide your home address).
Reverse = the post office sorting letters for a big company.

For tools, Squid (forward) and Nginx (reverse) are classics.