
Router-level agent vs. device-level agent: who's your cup of tea?
Getting a proxy IP is like choosing a courier company, router-level proxies areDistribute transit centers throughout the neighborhood., and the device-level agent isEach family gets their own runner.If you use ipipgo's dynamic residential proxy, the whole house will automatically go through the proxy channel. For example, when using ipipgo's Dynamic Residential Proxy, if you set up a net in the router, the whole house's cell phones and computers will automatically go through the proxy channel; if you only set up a proxy in your cell phone, only this device will enjoy IP switching services.
II. Configuration location determines coverage
| Agent Type | Configuration Position | Number of devices affected |
|---|---|---|
| router-class | Optical Cat/Router Backend | All connected devices |
| equipment level | Cell Phone/Computer Setup | single device |
Router configuration requires logging into 192.168.x.x This type of management interface, find the
Network Settings -> Proxy Server
This type of option. Device-level proxies are simpler, like Android phones directly in theWLAN Advanced OptionsJust fill in the IP address and port provided by ipipgo.
Third, the management of rights has to be careful
Company network administrators love to use router-level proxies to directly arrange enterprise-level static IP packages for the entire staff. For example, with ipipgo's static residential proxies, setting them up once keeps the entire office's computersFixed area IP address, doing e-commerce account management is particularly stable.
Device-level agents are more recommended for individual users, especially those who need toMulti-region IP switchingThe scenario. For example, logging in to social media accounts in three regions at the same time and setting up dynamic IPs in different countries on your cell phone, tablet, and computer are more flexible than family bucket proxies.
IV. IPIPGO Package Selection Guide
Pick packages based on usage scenarios:
- Dynamic residential (standard): suitable for individual users to brush up data and compare prices
- Dynamic Residential (Enterprise): Teams engage in bulk registration or crawling
- Static residences: long-term number keeping, fixed IP services
Scratch that: ipipgo'sCity-level positioningSuper accurate, when doing localization promotion, it can accurately display the real residential IP of a certain city and a certain district, which is more than 60% than the realism of ordinary proxy.
V. Frequently Asked Questions QA
Q: Do I choose a dynamic or static package?
A: need to change the IP every hour to choose dynamic (such as grab a limited number of goods), to long-term stability of the IP to choose static (such as store operations)
Q: The proxy does not take effect after setting?
A: First check the ipipgo backend of theAuthorization WhitelistAdd the device IP, and then make sure that the port protocol is not selected incorrectly (HTTP/SOCKS5 do not mix)
Q: Can I use both proxies at the same time?
A: When a router sets up a static proxy, individual devices can then overlay dynamic proxies, but be aware thatTraffic consumption will double
VI. Guidelines for avoiding pitfalls
Seen too many cases of people playing proxy IPs to death:
- Router proxy remembers to turn offDHCP auto-assignmentOtherwise, the device may bypass the proxy
- After setting up a proxy for ios devices, it is recommended to restart Airplane Mode to refresh the network cache.
- With ipipgo.IP Time Limit CustomizationFunction, set 5-15 minutes to change automatically, safer than fixed duration
Final rant: picking the right type of agent saves half the headache, and the router level is suitable forunified control, equipment level appropriatefine operationipipgo's Enterprise package also comes with aDedicated Technical Advisor, configure complex scenarios when you can just dump (scratch that)...seek professional support.

