Need Help Using Proxy with Scrapy: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls?

Using proxy with scrapy? Yeah, it’s a pain.

I’d recommend Scrapy-Splash if you’re dealing with JavaScript-heavy sites. It works well with proxies and helps avoid bans.

For rotating proxies, I use Smartproxy. It’s affordable and reliable.

One thing to watch out for: some proxies leak your real IP. Always double-check with a tool like IPLeak.

Good luck, and don’t give up!