Proxies Blog

MASQUE vs SOCKS5 vs HTTP CONNECT: Which Proxy Wins?

Compare MASQUE (HTTP/3 proxying) to classic SOCKS5 and HTTP CONNECT proxies. What are the pros and cons?

Agnė Matusevičiūtė

2026-10-29

5 min read

Why HTTP/3 Matters for Web Scraping & Residential Proxies

4 in 10 websites now support HTTP/3. See how MASQUE brings QUIC to residential proxies and when the switch is worth it for your scraper.

Danielė Virinaitė

2026-10-07

5 min read

14 Best Web Scraper Tools in 2026 (Pricing, Pros, Cons, Comparisons)

We tested and compared 14 web scraping tools for 2026, including Oxylabs, ScrapingBee, and Decodo. Here's everything you need to make the right choice.

Akvilė Lūžaitė

2026-10-05

16 min read

Introducing MASQUE: A Faster Path to Modern Sites

Learn how MASQUE lets proxies tunnel TCP/UDP over HTTP/3 with QUIC, enabling modern scraping infrastructure.

Shinthiya Nowsain Promi

2026-09-29

3 min read

What Are Rotating Proxies? Setup, Pros, Cons

Learn everything you need to know about Oxylabs' Proxy Rotator and how to use it for your business.

Adelina Kiskyte

2026-07-14

5 min read

Build Python Headless Browser Automation from Scratch

Learn how Python headless browser automation works, which libraries to use, and how to write, scale, and deploy your first real-world automation script.

Shinthiya Nowsain Promi

2026-06-11

15 min read

Top 7 Web Price Scraping Software and Tools for 2026

What are price scrapers? Why is it essential for e-commerce businesses, and what tools should they be using? Find all about it in our new article.

Shinthiya Nowsain Promi

2026-06-11

11 min read

What is a Rotating IP Address and How to Rotate it?

Rotating IP addresses is a widely used practice where assigned IP addresses are distributed to a device at random or at scheduled intervals. Learn more about rotating IP addresses and how it can benefit you and your business when web scraping.

Lukas Motiejunas

2026-06-01

5 min read

Datacenter Proxies Quick Start Guide

Keen to find out all things about Oxylabs Datacenter Proxies? You’ve come to the right place. This quick start guide will provide all the information you need to get up and running. Let’s get started!

Augustas Pelakauskas

2026-06-01

4 min read

Faster Connections, Reliable Access: Introducing HTTP/3 Protocol Support

Learn more about our new HTTP/3 protocol support for Residential Proxies and Mobile Proxies.

Shinthiya Nowsain Promi

2026-05-14

3 min read

8 Best Web Scraping Services in 2026

The web scraping market changes fast, with new tools and features appearing all the time. This guide breaks down some of today’s leading web scraping services and the key factors to consider when choosing between them.

Donata Norkūnaitė

2026-05-12

8 min read

ISP vs. Datacenter Proxies: Which Should You Choose?

Not sure whether to go with ISP or datacenter proxies? Learn how they compare and which one suits your use case best.

Danielė Virinaitė

2026-03-19

7 min read

ISP Proxies Quick Start Guide

Read this quick guide to easily start using ISP Proxies, purchased through the Oxylabs' dashboard.

Maryia Stsiopkina

2026-02-26

3 min read

What Is a Mobile Proxy and How It Works

Discover what mobile proxies are, and how they work. Discover how they compare to residential, datacenter, and ISP proxies in terms of speed, cost, and trust.

Yelyzaveta Hayrapetyan

2026-02-11

3 min read

Dedicated ISP Proxies Quick Start Guide

A quick guide to start using Dedicated ISP Proxies, purchased through the Oxylabs dashboard.

Dovydas Vėsa

2026-02-06

4 min read

How to Track an IP Address: Find Out Here

Learn all about IP address tracking: How it’s done, its ethicality, and how you can protect yourself.

Agnė Matusevičiūtė

2026-01-15

4 min read

Best Datacenter Proxies in 2026: Top Providers Compared by Pricing & Performance

Compare the best datacenter proxy providers for 2026, including Oxylabs, Decodo, Webshare, and more. Review features, pricing, and choose the right proxy.

Augustas Pelakauskas

2026-01-07

6 min read

20 Best Proxy Browsers for Online Privacy in 2026

Discover the leading proxy browsers of 2026. Whether you prioritize security features or seek user-friendly interfaces, pick the best option for your online activities.

Maryia Stsiopkina

2026-01-01

24 min read

Are Free Proxies Safe? Risks, Dangers, and Better Alternatives Explained

Are free proxies safe? Discover the security, privacy, and performance risks, and learn which paid or trial proxy options offer reliable protection.

Agnė Matusevičiūtė

2025-12-19

5 min read

How to Use a SOCKS5 Proxy Server

Discover how SOCKS5 proxy servers enhance privacy, handle restrictions, and improve performance. Get setup guides, use cases, and key benefits explained.

Maryia Stsiopkina

2025-12-18

6 min read