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Proxy Types Overview
This guide explains the different proxy types available through Ping Proxies, helping you choose the right option for your needs.
Ping Proxies offers Dedicated Datacenter, Dedicated Static Residential ISP, and Residential Peer proxies.
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| Feature | Datacenter | Static Residential ISP | Residential |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP Type | Datacenter | ISP-assigned consumer | Real residential |
| Ownership | Dedicated | Dedicated | Shared |
| Speed | Very fast | Very fast | Moderate (varies) |
| Stability | Highly stable | Highly stable | Variable |
| Detection Risk | Higher | Low | Very low |
| IP Rotation | Fixed IPs | Fixed IPs | Supports rotation |
| Geo-targeting | Country-level | Country-level | City & carrier-level |
| Pricing Model | Per proxy | Per proxy | Bandwidth-based |
| Access Control | Proxy User Service Restriction | Proxy User Service Restriction | Proxy User Bandwidth Limit |
| API Access | /proxy/search | /proxy/search | /residedential/list |
| API Proxy Type | datacenter | isp | residential |
Datacenter Proxies
- Source: Commercial datacenters
- Key Benefits: Highest speed (1Gbps+), very stable connections
- Pricing: Per proxy with unlimited bandwidth
- Best For: High-speed data collection where pure performance matters most
Static Residential ISP Proxies
- Source: Major Internet Service Providers
- Key Benefits: Balance of legitimacy and performance, fixed IPs with ISP credibility
- Pricing: Per proxy with unlimited bandwidth
- Best For: E-commerce automation, social media management, SEO monitoring
Residential Proxies
- Source: Real consumer connections
- Key Benefits: Maximum legitimacy, rotating IPs, finest geo-targeting
- Pricing: Bandwidth-based (pay for what you use)
- Best For: Accessing geo-restricted content, price comparison, brand protection
Choosing the Right Type
- Choose Datacenter for raw speed and reliability at lower cost
- Choose Static Residential ISP for the best balance of legitimacy and performance
- Choose Residential for maximum legitimacy and rotating IPs