Anonymous proxies mask your device’s IP address and metadata so websites see the proxy’s IP instead of yours. This improves privacy, reduces tracking, and helps teams manage multi-account workflows in a compliant way. In this guide, you’ll learn how anonymous proxies work, the main proxy types, when to use them, and how to choose the right option for your use case.
Hide your IP address and reduce persistent tracking across sites and apps.
Choose fast datacenter proxies or flexible residential options for stability where permitted.
Select IPs from multiple regions to access localized content where allowed by law.
Anonymous proxies are intermediary servers that forward your web requests. Websites receive the proxy IP and request headers instead of your device’s IP and environment details. This helps limit profiling signals such as approximate location, device configuration, and browsing patterns.
Historically, most anonymous IPs came from datacenters. Today, you can also choose residential and mobile options sourced from consumer networks (and used with permission), which can offer higher legitimacy signals for certain workflows—always subject to platform terms and local laws.
Looking for reliable private IPs? See our Private Proxies and Social Media Proxies.
Your device connects to a proxy gateway. The proxy forwards your request to the destination site and returns the response back to you. Many providers use load balancers for availability and performance. The website sees the proxy’s IP, not yours, which helps minimize direct tracking and ties to your device.
Important: Some platforms analyze traffic patterns and IP reputation. Choosing the right proxy type and rotating smartly, in line with platform terms, is essential for stable performance.
Limit the exposure of your device IP and reduce linkability across sessions. Combine proxies with good security hygiene (updated browsers, reputable VPN when appropriate, tracker blocking) for a layered approach.
Proxies can help reduce long-term profiling. For stronger control, pair with consent management and privacy-centric browser extensions.
Always use proxies in accordance with website terms, applicable laws, and data-collection policies. HighProxies blocks abusive ports and does not support prohibited activities (e.g., spamming). See our FAQs.
Disclaimer: Use proxies responsibly and only for lawful, permitted purposes. Availability, performance, and access vary by location and third-party platform policies.
Using a proxy is generally legal in many regions, but your activities must comply with local laws, website terms, and data-use policies. HighProxies prohibits misuse (e.g., sending spam or abusive traffic).
Datacenter proxies are faster and more affordable for high-throughput tasks. Residential proxies can offer higher IP legitimacy signals for certain workflows. Your choice depends on budget, performance needs, and platform policies.
Dedicated (private) proxies allocate an IP to one client at a time for stable performance. Shared proxies are lower-cost but used by multiple clients, which can affect consistency.
No. For security and anti-abuse reasons we do not allow outgoing port 25. See our FAQs for details.
