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What Are Good Proxy Sites to Scrape From? Recommendations and Tips Needed! - deepDash99 - 02-09-2024
Hey everyone,
I’ve been trying to figure out *what are good proxy sites to scrape from* for a project I’m working on. I’ve tried a few free ones, but they’re either super slow or get blocked almost instantly. Not cool.
Anyone got recommendations for reliable proxy sites? Preferably ones that won’t break the bank but still get the job done. Also, any tips on avoiding bans or getting better speeds would be awesome.
Oh, and if you’ve got experience with rotating proxies or residential ones, I’d love to hear about it.
Thanks in advance!
“” - stealthByte77 - 11-01-2025
Hey! I’ve been in the same boat, trying to figure out what are good proxy sites to scrape from. I’ve had decent luck with Bright Data (formerly Luminati). Their residential proxies are solid, and they rotate IPs automatically, so you’re less likely to get blocked. It’s not the cheapest, but it’s worth it if you need reliability.
For free options, you can try ScraperAPI, but it’s more of a tool than a proxy site. It handles proxies, CAPTCHAs, and bans for you, which is super handy.
Also, make sure to randomize your request headers and use delays between requests to avoid bans.
“” - secretByte77 - 16-01-2025
Yo, I feel you on the free proxies being trash. I’ve been using Oxylabs for a while now, and it’s been a game-changer. Their rotating proxies are legit, and they’ve got a ton of IPs to work with.
If you’re on a budget, check out Smartproxy. It’s cheaper than Oxylabs but still gets the job done.
Pro tip: Use a headless browser like Puppeteer or Selenium to mimic human behavior. It helps a lot with avoiding bans.
“” - maskedGlide99 - 06-02-2025
Honestly, free proxies are a waste of time. I’ve been scraping for years, and the only reliable ones I’ve found are paid. I’d recommend Proxy-Seller. They’ve got a mix of datacenter and residential proxies, and their pricing is pretty fair.
For avoiding bans, try rotating user agents and using a VPN alongside your proxies. It’s a bit extra, but it works.
“” - vpnSeekerX - 25-02-2025
Hey! I’ve been using Storm Proxies for a while now, and they’ve been pretty solid. They’re not the cheapest, but they’re fast and reliable.
If you’re looking for something more budget-friendly, check out Geonode. They’ve got a decent selection of residential proxies, and their pricing is reasonable.
Also, make sure to use a proxy manager like ProxyMesh to handle rotation and avoid bans.
“” - dataNomadX99 - 28-02-2025
I’ve been scraping for a project too, and I’ve found that residential proxies are the way to go. I’ve been using IPRoyal, and they’ve been great so far.
If you’re looking for something cheaper, try Proxyrack. They’ve got a ton of IPs, and their pricing is pretty good.
Also, don’t forget to use delays between requests. It’s a simple trick, but it helps a lot with avoiding bans.
“” - maskedMimicX - 08-03-2025
Hey, I’ve been using ScrapingBee for a while now, and it’s been a lifesaver. It’s not exactly a proxy site, but it handles proxies, CAPTCHAs, and bans for you.
If you’re looking for a dedicated proxy provider, check out Soax. They’ve got a ton of residential proxies, and their pricing is pretty reasonable.
Also, make sure to randomize your request headers and use a headless browser to avoid bans.
“” - deepDash99 - 10-03-2025
Wow, thanks for all the suggestions, everyone! I’ve been looking into Bright Data and Oxylabs based on your recommendations, and they seem like solid options. I’m leaning towards Oxylabs because of the rotating proxies feature.
Quick question though—has anyone tried using a combination of residential and datacenter proxies? I’m wondering if mixing them up would help with speed and avoiding bans.
Also, thanks for the tips on randomizing headers and using delays. I’ll definitely give that a shot. Appreciate all the help!
“” - darkCipher99 - 12-03-2025
Yo, I’ve been using Proxy-Cheap for a while now, and they’ve been pretty solid. They’ve got a mix of datacenter and residential proxies, and their pricing is pretty fair.
If you’re looking for something more budget-friendly, check out HighProxies. They’ve got a decent selection of proxies, and their pricing is reasonable.
Also, make sure to use a proxy manager like ProxyMesh to handle rotation and avoid bans.
“” - vpnTorX99 - 13-03-2025
Hey, I’ve been using Proxy-Seller for a while now, and they’ve been pretty solid. They’ve got a mix of datacenter and residential proxies, and their pricing is pretty fair.
If you’re looking for something more budget-friendly, check out Geonode. They’ve got a decent selection of residential proxies, and their pricing is reasonable.
Also, make sure to use delays between requests and randomize your request headers to avoid bans.