Session control
Rotating mode issues a fresh IP per request — right for volume crawls. Sticky mode holds one address for up to 30 minutes so logins, carts and multi-step forms survive. Static ISP is the third option when an identity must outlive any session window.
Connecting in practice
- curl —
curl --socks5-hostname user:pass@host:port https://example.com - Python —
requests[socks], thenproxies={'https':'socks5://user:pass@host:port'} - Playwright / Puppeteer —
--proxy-server=socks5://host:portplus page authentication - Antidetect browsers — paste host, port, login and password into the profile's proxy tab
Protocol behaviour
| Aspect | SOCKS5 | HTTP(S) |
|---|---|---|
| Layer | Session (L5) | Application (L7) |
| Traffic types | Any TCP — browsers, bots, mail, custom clients | Web requests |
| Header exposure | Minimal — no proxy headers added | Can append forwarding headers |
| Best fit | Antidetect browsers, automation, long sessions | Simple crawling, existing HTTP stacks |
Frequently asked questions
Does one login cover SOCKS5 and HTTP?
Yes. Both protocols accept the same credentials, so switching does not require a new purchase or a separate plan.
Which protocol should an antidetect browser use?
SOCKS5. It carries any TCP traffic and adds no proxy headers, which keeps the profile's fingerprint closer to a normal client.
How long can one IP be held?
Sticky sessions run up to 30 minutes and static ISP addresses persist for the life of the plan.
What does it cost to start?
Traffic plans start at $5 and per-IP plans from $0.05 per address. Code IPD30 gives 30% off a first order.