
First, how exactly does a high anonymity agent choose a protocol?
The first reaction of many users after getting the proxy IP is to use it directly, but ignored the importance of protocol selection. The core value of high stash proxy isCompletely hide the user's real informationHowever, the actual performance of different protocols can be vastly different. For example, when accessing certain websites using the HTTP protocol, the X-Forwarded-For field may remain in the request header, whereas the Socks5 protocol is naturally better at anonymization due to the fact that it works at the session layer.
Take, for example, the services of ipipgo'sFull Protocol SupportThe characteristics of the protocol allow users to switch flexibly. HTTP(S) is recommended when direct browser calls are required, while the Socks5 protocol is often better suited when it comes to download tools or game clients. Here's a useful tip: test both protocols separately with the same IP address to access thehttpbin.org/ip, observe whether the returned result exposes the original IP.
Second, HTTP and Socks5 real test comparison
We did a set of controlled experiments: we obtained 20 residential IPs from different regions via ipipgo, and tested them separately using Python's requests library and socks module:
| Protocol type | Connection Success Rate | Average delay | Feature hiding |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTTP(S) | 98.7% | 220ms | Header has the proxy logo |
| Socks5 | 99.2% | 180ms | No characteristic marking |
Tests have found Socks5 to be superior in terms of latency and stealth, but the HTTP(S) protocol is more compatible with older systems. It is recommended to choose according to specific scenarios: needHigh Stash Preferred Socks5If the device compatibility requirement is high, use HTTP(S).
III. 3 Steps for Self-Testing Protocol Compatibility
Here we teach you to use a free tool to test if the agreement is in effect:
1. Utilizationcurl --socks5 proxy IP:port ifconfig.meDetecting Exit IPs
2. Detection of request header information through online tools (recommended httpheader.net)
3. Perform a login operation at the target site and observe whether there is any abnormal authentication
If you find a protocol incompatibility (e.g. some apps only work with certain protocols), you can contact ipipgo technical support to get theProtocol Conversion Program. Their residential IP pools support opening multiple protocol ports at the same time, which is especially useful when multiple devices need to work together.
IV. Frequently Asked Questions QA
Q: Can I use the same proxy IP for both protocols?
A: Depends on service provider support, ipipgo's residential IP supportDual Protocol Parallel Use, but note that the port numbers are independent for different protocols.
Q:Why can't I connect to Socks5 proxy on my cell phone often?
A: There are differences in the support for proxy protocols in Android/iOS systems, so it is recommended to complete the protocol test on the PC first. ipipgo providesProtocol compatibility whitelistingservices, which can be automatically adapted to mobile environments.
Q: What should I do if I encounter a website detection agent?
A: First switch the protocol type to test, if it is still recognized, it is recommended to replace the dynamic residential IP with a higher anonymity. ipipgo'sReal-time IP RotationFunction with the Socks5 protocol, the real test can break through the 99% anti-crawl mechanism.
In actual use, it is found that the choice of protocols is not an either/or single choice. Like ipipgo support for multi-protocol service providers, can be mixed according to business needs. For example, the crawler business with Socks5 to deal with core requests, while using HTTP protocol to do heartbeat detection, both to ensure stability and improve the level of anonymity.

