Proxies
Articles from the Zyte blog about Proxies.
Actually, web scraping APIs are cheaper
Many data teams still think running a proxy-based scraping stack is most cost-effective. Industry pressures and our research disprove that idea.
Web scraping APIs vs proxies: A head-to-head comparison
Proxies are essential to scraping at scale. So, how do full-stack web scraping APIs compare?
Electric cars and the journey to the future of web data
Discover how web scraping APIs are replacing proxy-based setups, just as electric vehicles are transforming the auto industry. Learn why APIs deliver lower total cost, better scalability, and long-term value for web data teams.
Zyte leads the pack in Proxyway’s 2025 Web Scraping API Report
Proxyway’s 2025 Web Scraping API Report ranks Zyte #1 for unblocking success, speed, cost efficiency, and AI-powered data extraction. See the full breakdown.
Death of the Proxy? There’s An API for That
The proxy era is ending as web scraping shifts from managing IP pools to smarter, API-driven solutions.
7 Myths About Web Scraping APIs – Busted
Despite their benefits, web scraping APIs are sometimes misunderstood. So, let’s debunk some of the most common myths.
Using curl with a Proxy for Web Scraping
When it comes to command-line tools for HTTP requests, few are as versatile and powerful as curl. Loved by developers and system administrators alike, curl makes fetching web resources straightforward.
Proxy-Shopping Primer: Datacenter Proxies and Beyond
Datacenter proxy is a proxy management system built on top of a pool of datacenter IPs used for web scraping.
What are proxies in a proxy server, and how do they work?
Zyte Smart Proxy Manager: Supply and manage proxy servers effortlessly, freeing you to focus on efficient browsing.
The challenges e-commerce retailers face managing their web scraping proxies
E-commerce companies are increasingly using web data scraping for their competitor research, pricing, and new product research.
Zyte API is the Successor to Smart Proxy Manager
Smart Proxy Manager (SPM) is being retired for new customers. Zyte’s flagship Web Scraping API, Zyte API, is its worthy successor.
Introducing Zyte API Proxy Mode
Zyte API is the next iteration of Zyte’s best-in class proxy and website unblocking technology.
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