The difference between dynamic proxy IP and static proxy IP and their applicable scenarios

Dynamic proxy IP and static proxy IP are two common proxy IP technologies, which play an important role in network communication. Although they can both be used to conceal the real IP address, there are some differences and applicable scenarios in actual application. This article will introduce the difference between these two proxy IPs and the scenarios in which they are applicable.

1. Static Proxy IP

Static proxy IP refers to the use of a fixed proxy IP address for forwarding during network communication. This method usually requires users to manually set the IP address and port number of the proxy server. Static proxy IP is suitable for application scenarios that require a fixed IP address and frequently browse fixed websites in a specific area. Therefore, static proxy IP is suitable for scenarios that require stable connection and security, such as cross-border e-commerce store operations, cross-border social platform account operations, etc.

2. Dynamic Proxy IP

Dynamic proxy IP automatically changes the IP address during use. Each request will be changed to a new IP address, and the proxy server will randomly select an available proxy IP address for forwarding. The advantage of this type of proxy IP is that it is flexible to use and is suitable for occasions where IP addresses need to be changed frequently, such as web data crawling. Dynamic proxy IP can improve the efficiency of web data crawling.

3. Applicable Scenarios

1. Cross-border e-commerce: Since cross-border sellers are fixed in one area when operating cross-border e-commerce stores, generally speaking, each store corresponds to a fixed static residential IP, so that the cross-border e-commerce platform will recognize the store as a normal store. If the store's IP address changes frequently, it will trigger the platform's risk control system, causing the store to be controlled. Therefore, for cross-border e-commerce practitioners, static proxy IP is almost a must.
2. Web data crawling: Using web crawlers to collect large amounts of data is the business of many Internet big data companies. Using dynamic proxy IP can improve the efficiency of crawlers. Since dynamic proxy IP can automatically change IP addresses, it avoids the risk of being controlled by the target website, so it is suitable for large-scale web data crawling tasks. For technical personnel, dynamic proxy IP is also indispensable.
3. Social media operation: In order to protect user privacy and combat malicious behavior, social media platforms often prohibit the frequent use of different IP addresses. The use of static proxy IP can avoid this situation and ensure the normal use of social media platforms. If multiple social media accounts are operated in a matrix, a different static proxy IP will be assigned to each account.
4. SEO optimization and ad verification: Using multiple static proxy IPs to simulate different users can provide insights into search trends in various regions of the industry at any time, which helps companies optimize SEO. A single IP address cannot complete these monitoring tasks. Ad verification is also based on a similar principle, mainly to allow IP addresses to be regarded as real ordinary users, and to check local advertising activities from the perspective of real ordinary users in other regions to ensure that the ads are better displayed in the audience's field of vision.

In fact, in addition to the common usage scenarios mentioned above, dynamic and static proxy IPs also have many applicable scenarios such as brand protection, obtaining business intelligence, obtaining stock market data, conducting market research, etc., which are not listed one by one here. In short, many Internet companies have related usage needs.

To sum up, static proxy IP is generally suitable for scenarios that require stable connection and security, while dynamic proxy IP is suitable for situations where IP addresses need to be changed frequently. When choosing a proxy IP, you need to choose the appropriate type according to your needs and scenarios.