To improve service and understand customer needs, Proxynix launched a full-scale proxy survey in early 2025.

Thousands of proxy users—from marketers to developers—shared what they value, what frustrates them, and how they use proxies in real-world scenarios.

The result? A data-driven snapshot of where the proxy market stands—and where it’s heading next.

Let’s break down what users had to say.

Why Proxynix Conducted a Proxy Survey
In a fast-evolving industry like proxy tech, assumptions just don’t cut it.

That’s why Proxynix created the 2025 Proxy User Survey—to hear directly from those who use proxies daily.

Goals of the survey:

Understand user behavior and use cases

Identify common issues with current proxy providers

Compare usage trends across industries

Shape future Proxynix features and products

This wasn’t about marketing hype. It was about listening, learning, and building better tools.

Key Findings from the 2025 Proxy User Survey
The survey revealed trends that even we didn’t expect. Here’s what stood out.

Proxy Types Most in Demand
Residential proxies led the pack with 54% preference

Mobile proxies saw a surge among social media managers

Datacenter proxies still serve budget users, but trust is low

Sticky residential proxies are becoming the default choice for serious automation and scraping projects.

H3: Top Proxy Use Cases by Users
42% use proxies for web scraping

28% for social media automation

15% for e-commerce or sneaker botting

9% for ad verification and SEO

6% for general privacy or security

This shows that proxies are no longer just about anonymity—they're infrastructure for growth.

User Pain Points with Proxy Services
The biggest complaints:

Inconsistent IP uptime

Overused or blacklisted IPs

Slow speeds or throttling

Complicated setup interfaces

Lack of responsive support

Users are willing to pay for quality—but they expect reliability and speed in return.

Residential vs Datacenter Proxies – What Users Prefer
According to the data:

3 in 5 users now prefer residential IPs over datacenter ones

71% of all complaints were related to datacenter proxy bans

Residential proxies offer:

Higher trust levels

Fewer CAPTCHAs

Better success rates with login or scraping tools

For long-term projects, residential wins.
For cheap one-off tasks? Datacenter proxies still have a niche.

How Proxynix is Adapting Based on Survey Insights
Based on the findings, Proxynix is making key updates:

✅ Expanding residential proxy pool in more countries
✅ Introducing new mobile proxy plans
✅ Increasing sticky session durations
✅ Launching a simplified proxy dashboard
✅ Offering live IP health checks for transparency
✅ Boosting customer support response times

We’re building what users actually want—not what we think they want.

What This Means for Proxy Buyers in 2025
This survey proves a clear shift in the market:

Users want quality over quantity

Reliability and support matter more than price

Residential and mobile proxies are the future

If you're a proxy buyer, here’s your takeaway:
Invest in a provider that listens and adapts.

With Proxynix, your tools work better, your bans drop, and your operations scale smoothly.

Participate in the Next Proxynix Proxy Survey
Want your voice to shape the future of proxies?

Join our next user survey and get:

Early access to new proxy tools

Exclusive discounts on Proxynix plans

Real influence on upcoming features

The best products are built by the people who use them.
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