Hey everyone,
So, I’ve been diving into using proxy with scrapy for a project, and man, it’s been a rollercoaster. I keep getting blocked, and it’s driving me nuts!
Anyone got tips on best practices for using proxy with scrapy? Like, how do you rotate IPs properly without tripping alarms? Also, what’s the deal with headers and delays? I’ve heard mixed things about setting random delays, but idk if that’s enough.
Oh, and free proxies vs paid ones—worth the investment? I’m kinda on a budget, but if it saves me the headache, I might just go for it.
Any advice or tools you swear by? Would really appreciate it!
Cheers!
Hey! I feel your pain with using proxy with scrapy. It’s such a headache when you get blocked.
I’d recommend trying out Scrapy-rotating-proxy. It’s a middleware that handles IP rotation for you, and it’s pretty solid.
For headers, I always use fake-useragent to randomize them. It helps a ton. And yeah, random delays are a must—I set mine between 1-3 seconds.
Free proxies? Nah, they’re too unreliable. I switched to paid ones like Bright Data, and it’s been a game-changer. Worth the investment if you’re scraping at scale.
Good luck!
Yo, been there! Using proxy with scrapy can be a nightmare if you don’t set it up right.
First, ditch free proxies. They’re slow and get blocked super fast. I use Oxylabs—kinda pricey but worth it.
For IP rotation, try setting up a proxy pool with a service like ProxyMesh. It’s easy to integrate with scrapy.
Headers are key too. Use scrapy-fake-useragent to randomize them. And yeah, random delays help, but don’t overdo it—2-5 seconds is usually enough.
Hope that helps!
Hey! Using proxy with scrapy is tricky, but once you get the hang of it, it’s smooth sailing.
I’d suggest using Scrapy-proxy-pool. It’s a great tool for rotating IPs without tripping alarms.
For headers, I use scrapy-user-agents. It’s super easy to set up and keeps things random.
Delays? I stick to 2-4 seconds. Too short, and you’ll get blocked; too long, and it’s inefficient.
As for proxies, I’d say go paid. Free ones are just too unreliable. I use Smartproxy, and it’s been solid.
Good luck with your project!
Using proxy with scrapy is a pain, but it’s doable.
I’d recommend trying out Scrapy-rotating-proxies. It’s a lifesaver for IP rotation.
Headers are super important—use scrapy-fake-useragent to randomize them.
Delays? I set mine to 1-5 seconds. It’s a good range to avoid blocks.
And yeah, free proxies are a no-go. I use Luminati, and it’s been worth every penny.
Hope this helps!
Wow, thanks for all the tips, everyone! I’ve been trying out Scrapy-rotating-proxy, and it’s been a huge help with IP rotation. Also, scrapy-fake-useragent is a gem—headers are way less of a headache now.
I’m still on the fence about paid proxies, but after reading your suggestions, I think I’ll give Bright Data or Oxylabs a shot.
One quick follow-up: do you guys use any specific settings for handling CAPTCHAs, or do you just rely on proxies and delays to avoid them?
Cheers again for all the advice!
Hey! Using proxy with scrapy can be frustrating, but it’s all about the setup.
I’d suggest using Scrapy-proxy-pool for IP rotation. It’s easy to integrate and works like a charm.
For headers, I use scrapy-user-agents. It’s a must to avoid detection.
Delays? I keep mine between 2-4 seconds. It’s a sweet spot.
And yeah, free proxies are a waste of time. I use GeoSurf, and it’s been great.
Good luck!
Yo! Using proxy with scrapy is a grind, but it’s worth it.
I’d recommend Scrapy-rotating-proxy for IP rotation. It’s solid and easy to use.
Headers? Use scrapy-fake-useragent. It’s a game-changer.
Delays? I stick to 1-3 seconds. It’s enough to avoid blocks.
And yeah, free proxies are trash. I use Storm Proxies, and it’s been a lifesaver.
Hope that helps!
