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This guide will help you understand how to switch between different proxy locations, such as changing proxies in various countries to access region-specific content or services.

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Configure Proxy Based on Location

To switch proxies based on specific locations like countries or cities, follow this detailed guide: ➡️ Follow this guide: How to Target Specific Location with Proxies This guide explains how to configure proxies for specific locations, helping you set up the right proxy for your needs.

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Geonode Proxy Manager (Chrome Extension)

  • If you are using Google Chrome, Geonode provides a browser extension that allows you to manage and switch between different proxies easily.
➡️ Follow this guide: How to Use the Geonode Chrome Extension for Proxy Management This guide will show you how to install and configure the Geonode Proxy Manager extension to manage your proxy locations.

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FoxyProxy (Browser Extension)

Alternatively, you can use the popular proxy management extension FoxyProxy. It allows you to switch between proxies based on location. Follow the instructions below to set it up: ➡️ Follow this guide: How to Set Up Proxy in FoxyProxy If you prefer to use a different proxy extension, just ensure it is configured to switch between proxies based on your desired location.

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Rotating Proxy

If you don’t have a specific location in mind and simply want to use a rotating proxy, you can set it up using Geonode’s Rotating Proxy Service. A rotating proxy will automatically assign a new IP address from a different location each time you make a request. This is ideal when you need to randomize your location or access content from multiple regions. ➡️ Follow this guide: How to Set Up Rotating Proxies

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Verify Proxy Connection

To ensure the proxy is working, check your IP address using an online tool or follow this guide:
If you encounter any issues, refer to the troubleshooting section or Geonode support.

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FAQs

If your connection fails, check the following:
  • Ensure that your proxy credentials (IP, Port, Username, Password) are correct.
  • Verify that your proxy is active in the Geonode Dashboard.
  • Try another proxy format if the selected one isn’t working.
  • Refer to this guide for troubleshooting: Troubleshooting Proxy Connection Issues
  • You may be using a Sticky Session proxy that keeps the same IP for a certain duration.
  • If using a Rotating Session, verify that your requests are being routed through the proxy correctly.
  • Check your connection using an IP verification tool: Verify Proxy Connection
  • Some websites detect frequent IP changes and show CAPTCHAs as a security measure.
  • Use Sticky Sessions if you need a stable connection.
  • Try switching to a mobile or residential proxy for lower detection rates.
  • High latency can occur if the proxy server is far from your location.
  • Try using a different proxy region to improve speed.
  • Reduce the number of simultaneous requests to avoid overloading the proxy.
  • This can happen if the proxy authentication credentials are not correctly stored or passed by your browser or application. Ensure that the correct username and password are saved in your proxy settings.
  • Or you can whitelist your IP. Refer to this guide for How to Whitelist an IP