Rotating Proxies

Q: What are rotating proxies?

Rotating proxies are a type of proxy server that automatically switches the IP assigned to your connection either on every request or at user-configured intervals. Unlike static proxies, which maintain the same IP throughout a session, rotating proxies draw from a pool of IPs, making each request appear to originate from a different source. Decodo's rotating proxies are available across residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile proxy types, all under one account.

Q: How does proxy rotation work?

Proxy rotation works by assigning a new IP from a pre-configured pool each time a connection is made, or when a defined session interval expires. Decodo supports 2 rotation modes: request-based rotation, where a new IP is assigned on every connection, and sticky sessions, where the same IP is held for a defined period (1, 10, 30, 60 minutes, or a custom interval). Both modes are configurable via the dashboard or API without any infrastructure setup required.

Q: What is the difference between rotating and static proxies?

A rotating proxy assigns a new IP at regular intervals or per request, providing high IP diversity suited to data collection at scale. A static proxy maintains the same IP across an entire session, suited to tasks requiring consistent identity, such as account management or long-session workflows. Decodo offers both rotation modes across all proxy types – see ISP proxies and static residential proxies for dedicated static IP options.

Q: Is Decodo a reliable rotating proxy provider?

Decodo maintains a 99.99% uptime across all proxy types with 125M+ ethically-sourced IPs across 195+ locations. The network supports HTTP(S) and SOCKS5 protocols and configurable rotation via API or dashboard. Decodo is trusted by 135K+ users, including data teams at Fortune 500 companies, recruitment analytics platforms, and eCommerce intelligence providers.

Q: What are rotating residential proxies, and why are they used?

Rotating residential proxies automatically assign a new residential IP for each request or session. These IPs are sourced from real household devices, making them much harder to detect as automated traffic than datacenter IPs. Because of this, rotating residential proxies are widely used for web scraping, market research, and SERP monitoring. Decodo’s rotating residential proxy pool includes 115M+ IPs across 195+ locations worldwide, with both per-request rotation and sticky session options available.

Q: What’s the fastest rotating proxy type?

Decodo's datacenter proxies deliver the fastest response times at <0.3 seconds per request. ISP proxies respond in <0.2 seconds, combining datacenter speed with residential-level IP reputation. Residential proxies respond in <0.6 seconds – recommended for targets with stricter access controls where IP trust signals matter more than just speed.

Q: How do I use rotating proxies in Python or Scrapy?

Pass the Decodo rotating proxy endpoint as the proxy parameter in your HTTP client or Scrapy settings. Full code examples for Python (Requests), Scrapy, Node.js, and cURL are available in the developer documentation . For Scrapy specifically, configure the proxy endpoint in settings.py using the ROTATING_PROXY_LIST parameter – no middleware modification required.

Q: How much do rotating proxies cost?

Rotating proxy pricing at Decodo varies by proxy type. Datacenter proxies are the most affordable, followed by residential and ISP proxies, with mobile proxies at the highest price point. Residential and mobile proxy plans are available on Pay As You Go or monthly billing. As for ISP and datacenter proxies, you can buy dedicated proxies, pay per GB, or per IP. No minimum commitment is required for any of the plans. Full pricing is on the Pricing page above. If you’re looking for a custom enterprise plan, feel free to contact our sales team .

Q: Do rotating proxies support SOCKS5?

Yes. All 4 rotating proxy types on Decodo's network support HTTP(S) and SOCKS5 protocols. SOCKS5 is compatible with tools and applications that require lower-level protocol access, including Scrapy, browser automation frameworks, and custom socket connections.

Q: What are backconnect rotating proxies?

Backconnect proxies are a type of rotating proxy infrastructure where a single entry-point endpoint routes traffic through a large pool of IPs, rotating the outgoing address automatically. Decodo's rotating proxy endpoints operate on this principle – one endpoint, millions of exit IPs. This makes configuration simple regardless of pool size or proxy type.

Rotating proxies automatically assign a fresh IP on every request or session, eliminating rate limits across residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile networks. Decodo delivers 125M+ IPs across 195+ locations with 99.99% uptime.

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195+

locations worldwide

99.99%

uptime

24/7

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Which locations can you target with rotating proxies?

Decodo's rotating proxy network covers 195+ locations worldwide with precision targeting by country, state, city, ZIP code, or ASN. Every proxy type (residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile) shares the same global location infrastructure, so you can switch proxy type without changing your location configuration.

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United States

7.1M+ IPs

Germany

2.3M+ IPs

United Kingdom

1.7M+ IPs

India

9.4M+ IPs

Canada

540K+ IPs

Japan

104K+ IPs

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How do rotating proxies work?

Rotating proxies use a pool of IPs and automatically assign a new one on every request, or at a user-defined interval. A rotating proxy changes the IP used for each request, making it difficult for websites to detect repeated access from the same user.

Decodo's rotating proxy infrastructure supports two session types:

Rotating sessions – a new IP is assigned on every connection request, maximizing IP diversity across a high volume of requests
Sticky sessions – the same IP is held for a defined period (1, 10, 30, 60 minutes, or a custom interval up to 24 hours), maintaining session continuity where needed

Both session types are available across all 4 proxy types – residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile.

Feature highlights

Built for large-scale data collection with minimal manual effort, Decodo's rotating proxies include the following features:

High IP freshness with low repeat-request rate
99.99% uptime with intelligent IP rotation
Configurable rotation via dashboard or API
HTTP(S) and SOCKS5 protocol support

What is proxy rotation, and how does it work?

Proxy rotation automatically cycles through a pool of IPs on every request, distributing outbound traffic so no single IP triggers rate limits or access controls. Decodo handles this at the infrastructure level – one endpoint, one set of credentials, automatic IP assignment across residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile networks. Rotation interval and session length are configurable via Decodo’s dashboard or API.

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How do you integrate the rotating proxies with Python, Node.js, or cURL?

Try it live below and see how easy it is to start sending requests.

curl --request 'POST' \
    --url 'https://scraper-api.decodo.com/v1/tasks' \
    --header 'Accept: application/json' \
    --header 'Authorization: Basic xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx' \
    --header 'Content-Type: application/json' \
    --data '{
      "target": "universal",
      "url": "https://ip.decodo.com",
      "proxy_pool": "premium",
      "headless": "html",
      "locale": "en-us"
    }'

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Which rotating proxy plan is right for you?

Decodo’s residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile proxies are all available under your single account. Choose Pay As You Go or monthly plans with no minimum commitment.

RESIDENTIAL PROXIES

3 GB

$3.75

/GB

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$3.75

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10 GB

$0.6

/GB

Total:$6+ VAT billed monthly

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$3.0

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Total:$3+ VAT billed monthly

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What can you use rotating proxies for?

Rotating proxies support a wide range of data collection and automation workflows. Here is how teams use them in practice.

AI & automation workflows

Feed location-diverse, continuously refreshed IP data into AI systems, machine learning pipelines, or analytics platforms. Automatic IP rotation ensures your automated agents and crawlers operate without rate limit interference or IP pool exhaustion.

SEO & SERP monitoring

Simulate searches from any region or device to collect unbiased SERP data. Rotating proxies let you gather keyword rankings and search results across multiple locations simultaneously – essential for accurate performance tracking and competitive SEO research.

Ad verification & compliance

Validate ad placements and detect irregularities by viewing campaigns as real users across different regions. Automatic IP rotation confirms correct targeting, ad visibility, and brand safety at scale.

eCommerce intelligence

Monitor competitors' pricing, inventory, and product listings in real time. Rotating proxies provide consistent access to marketplace data from platforms like Amazon and eBay, enabling precise market intelligence and dynamic pricing strategies.

Multi-account management

Manage multiple social media or marketplace accounts with separate IP identities. Rotating proxies assign distinct IPs to each session, reducing the risk of cross-account association and login verification issues.

Web scraping & data collection

Extract real-time insights from dynamic or access-controlled websites. Decodo's rotating proxies refresh your IP automatically on every request, ensuring uninterrupted access and reliable large-scale data collection.

Compare different rotating proxy types for web scraping

Tired of manually resetting proxies and managing proxy lists? Decodo's rotating proxy network will provide you with fresh IPs with every request – perfect for running an Amazon scraper, collecting Google Search results, or pulling data from any other target at scale.

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Session control

Rotating or sticky for 1, 10, 30, 60 min, or custom

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Rotating or sticky for 1, 10, 30, 60 min, or custom

Rotating or static

Targeting options

195+ locations

Global locations

160+ locations

Global locations

Protocols

HTTP(S) & SOCKS5

Response time

<0.5s

<0.3s

<0.7s

<0.2s

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What features do Decodo's rotating proxies include?

Blazingly-fast

Enjoy response times under 0.5s for rotating residential proxies, 0.7s for mobile, 0.3s for datacenter, and 0.2s for ISP proxies.

Flexible

Set up rotating proxies on any browser or device. Use our Firefox Add-on, Chrome Proxy Extension, and various third-party tools, all backed by simple configuration guides.

Cost-effective

Choose between a monthly subscription or Pay As You Go, giving you full access to our rotating proxy network without committing to a subscription.

Block-free

Target IPs worldwide through a simple backconnect node and reduce blocks and CAPTCHAs with up to 99.98% success rates.

Supported 24/7

Reach out to our award-winning tech support via LiveChat any time of day. Not to mention the extensive documentation and quick start guides.

Anywhere

Access rotating proxies across a wide range of global locations with advanced targeting options, ensuring comprehensive coverage wherever you need.

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Our proxy network is ideal for bypassing geo-restrictions, CAPTCHAs, and IP blocks. We offer vast ethically-sourced IP pools, wide location coverage, high success rates, and flexible pricing options.

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Why do 135K+ users choose Decodo?

Only vetted IPs

Count on ethically-sourced proxies from informed users and trusted partners. Every IP in our network is obtained with full consent, ensuring transparency and responsible data practices.

User-friendly dashboard

Monitor traffic, requests, and top targets in real time with our intuitive proxy dashboard – designed for full control and ease of use.

Free proxy tools

Enhance your workflow with free Decodo tools, including the Chrome and Firefox extensions, Proxy Checker, and AI Parser. Each tool helps simplify proxy setup and management.

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Frequently asked questions

What are rotating proxies?

Rotating proxies are a type of proxy server that automatically switches the IP assigned to your connection either on every request or at user-configured intervals. Unlike static proxies, which maintain the same IP throughout a session, rotating proxies draw from a pool of IPs, making each request appear to originate from a different source. Decodo's rotating proxies are available across residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile proxy types, all under one account.

How does proxy rotation work?

Proxy rotation works by assigning a new IP from a pre-configured pool each time a connection is made, or when a defined session interval expires. Decodo supports 2 rotation modes: request-based rotation, where a new IP is assigned on every connection, and sticky sessions, where the same IP is held for a defined period (1, 10, 30, 60 minutes, or a custom interval). Both modes are configurable via the dashboard or API without any infrastructure setup required.

What is the difference between rotating and static proxies?

A rotating proxy assigns a new IP at regular intervals or per request, providing high IP diversity suited to data collection at scale. A static proxy maintains the same IP across an entire session, suited to tasks requiring consistent identity, such as account management or long-session workflows. Decodo offers both rotation modes across all proxy types – see ISP proxies and static residential proxies for dedicated static IP options.

Is Decodo a reliable rotating proxy provider?

Decodo maintains a 99.99% uptime across all proxy types with 125M+ ethically-sourced IPs across 195+ locations. The network supports HTTP(S) and SOCKS5 protocols and configurable rotation via API or dashboard. Decodo is trusted by 135K+ users, including data teams at Fortune 500 companies, recruitment analytics platforms, and eCommerce intelligence providers.

What are rotating residential proxies, and why are they used?

Rotating residential proxies automatically assign a new residential IP for each request or session. These IPs are sourced from real household devices, making them much harder to detect as automated traffic than datacenter IPs.

Because of this, rotating residential proxies are widely used for web scraping, market research, and SERP monitoring.

Decodo’s rotating residential proxy pool includes 115M+ IPs across 195+ locations worldwide, with both per-request rotation and sticky session options available.

What’s the fastest rotating proxy type?

Decodo's datacenter proxies deliver the fastest response times at <0.3 seconds per request. ISP proxies respond in <0.2 seconds, combining datacenter speed with residential-level IP reputation. Residential proxies respond in <0.6 seconds – recommended for targets with stricter access controls where IP trust signals matter more than just speed.

How do I use rotating proxies in Python or Scrapy?

Pass the Decodo rotating proxy endpoint as the proxy parameter in your HTTP client or Scrapy settings. Full code examples for Python (Requests), Scrapy, Node.js, and cURL are available in the developer documentation. For Scrapy specifically, configure the proxy endpoint in settings.py using the ROTATING_PROXY_LIST parameter – no middleware modification required.

How much do rotating proxies cost?

Rotating proxy pricing at Decodo varies by proxy type. Datacenter proxies are the most affordable, followed by residential and ISP proxies, with mobile proxies at the highest price point. Residential and mobile proxy plans are available on Pay As You Go or monthly billing. As for ISP and datacenter proxies, you can buy dedicated proxies, pay per GB, or per IP. No minimum commitment is required for any of the plans. Full pricing is on the Pricing page above.

If you’re looking for a custom enterprise plan, feel free to contact our sales team.

Do rotating proxies support SOCKS5?

Yes. All 4 rotating proxy types on Decodo's network support HTTP(S) and SOCKS5 protocols. SOCKS5 is compatible with tools and applications that require lower-level protocol access, including Scrapy, browser automation frameworks, and custom socket connections.

What are backconnect rotating proxies?

Backconnect proxies are a type of rotating proxy infrastructure where a single entry-point endpoint routes traffic through a large pool of IPs, rotating the outgoing address automatically. Decodo's rotating proxy endpoints operate on this principle – one endpoint, millions of exit IPs. This makes configuration simple regardless of pool size or proxy type.

How do I get a rotating IP for my project?

Sign up for a Decodo plan, select your proxy type, and copy the generated proxy endpoint from the dashboard. Every request sent through this endpoint will automatically use a fresh IP from the pool. Rotation is active by default – no additional configuration required. For custom rotation intervals or sticky sessions, configure these in the dashboard or via the API.

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