Proxy Anonymity Checker

Check if your proxy is truly hiding your identity

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Proxy Anonymity Levels

Elite Highest Anonymity
Elite / High Anonymous

The target server cannot detect that you're using a proxy. Your real IP is completely hidden, and no proxy-related headers are sent.

Best for: Maximum privacy, sensitive tasks, bypassing strict detection
Anonymous Medium Anonymity
Anonymous Proxy

Your real IP is hidden, but the server knows you're using a proxy. Headers indicate proxy usage without revealing your identity.

Best for: General web browsing, basic scraping, accessing geo-blocked content
Transparent No Anonymity
Transparent Proxy

Your real IP address is exposed through headers. The server knows both that you're using a proxy AND your real IP.

Best for: Caching, content filtering, network management (not for privacy)

How Anonymity Detection Works

When you connect through a proxy, certain HTTP headers can reveal information about the proxy and your real IP. We check for these headers:

  • X-Forwarded-For - May contain your real IP
  • X-Real-IP - Often reveals client IP
  • Via - Indicates proxy usage
  • Proxy-Connection - Proxy indicator
  • X-Proxy-ID - Proxy identifier
  • Forwarded - Standardized forward header

Why Check Proxy Anonymity?

Understanding your proxy's anonymity level is crucial for maintaining privacy online. Whether you're web scraping, managing social media accounts, or simply browsing privately, using the wrong type of proxy can expose your real identity.

Common Use Cases by Anonymity Level

Anonymity Level Recommended Use Cases Not Recommended For
Elite Web scraping, sneaker bots, social media automation, accessing restricted content -
Anonymous General browsing, basic data collection, bypassing geo-restrictions Sites with strict bot detection
Transparent Caching, content filtering, corporate networks Any privacy-sensitive task

Tips for Maximum Anonymity

  • Use Elite Proxies: For sensitive tasks, always choose elite/high-anonymous proxies that don't leak any identifying information.
  • Rotate Your Proxies: Using the same proxy for too long can still lead to detection patterns.
  • Check Before Important Tasks: Always verify your proxy's anonymity level before critical operations.
  • Consider Residential Proxies: For highest anonymity, residential proxies appear as regular home users.

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