This guide explains what a sticky session is, how it works, its benefits, and its limitations.

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What is a Sticky Session?

A sticky session is a type of proxy session where the assigned IP address remains the same for a set period instead of changing with each request. This helps maintain session consistency, making it ideal for situations where a stable identity is needed online.

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How Sticky Sessions Work

• When using a sticky session proxy, an IP address is assigned to your connection.
• The IP remains the same for a defined duration, such as 10 minutes or longer.
• After the session expires, the IP will change the next time a connection is made.
• You can also manually release a session if you need a new IP before it expires.

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Why Use Sticky Sessions?

Sticky sessions are useful for tasks that require a stable connection. Websites often track users by IP, and frequent changes can trigger security alerts. Keeping the same IP reduces these interruptions.

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Key Benefits:

• Prevents frequent logouts from websites that track user sessions.
• Reduces CAPTCHA and security checks caused by changing IPs.
• Helps maintain access to e-commerce, banking, and social media accounts.
• Supports web automation and bot operations that need a stable session.

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Common Use Cases

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Limitations of Sticky Sessions

While sticky sessions offer stability, they also have some downsides:

• Using the same IP for too long may cause websites to flag the connection.
• High-volume scraping can get blocked if too many requests come from one IP.
• Sessions expire after a set time, which may interrupt ongoing tasks.

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Final Tips

• Use sticky sessions when session consistency is required, like account logins or transactions.
• If an IP gets blocked, release the session and get a new one.
• For high anonymity and frequent IP changes, consider using rotating sessions instead.