Proxy type choice should start with the target’s defenses, not with price alone.
## Residential Proxies
Use residential IPs when reputation matters and the target blocks obvious hosting networks.
## Datacenter Proxies
Use datacenter IPs when the target is lightly protected and speed or cost matters most.
## Mobile Proxies
Use mobile IPs for mobile-first platforms, app testing, and the most sensitive account workflows.
## Recommended Next Step
Compare provider rankings by use case, then run a controlled test before scaling.
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Compare pricing, benchmark notes, and provider fit before buying traffic.
